Junior Hazardous Materials Professional - BC

WSP in Canada; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Hazardous Materials Professional to join their team in Kamloops. In this dynamic role, you will assess buildings for hazardous materials, prepare detailed reports, and develop management plans to ensure safety and compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while contributing to important health and safety projects. If you are passionate about environmental safety and eager to make a difference, this role will provide you with the chance to grow in a supportive and innovative workplace. Join a company that values inclusion, flexibility, and your ideas!

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in health and safety or hazardous materials is required.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess buildings for hazardous materials like asbestos and lead.
• Prepare hazardous materials assessment reports and management plans.
• Conduct inspections and air monitoring for hazardous materials.

Skills

Occupational Health and Safety

Hazardous Materials Assessment

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental diploma/certificate/degree

Tools

WorkSafeBC Level S Surveyor Safety Training Certificate

Job description

Junior Hazardous Materials Professional - BC

Job Description

LANGLEY, VANCOUVER, VICTORIA, KAMLOOPS, BURNABY, KELOWNA, PRINCE GEORGE

WSP has an opportunity for a junior level Hazardous Materials Professional to join our team to provide hazardous materials assessment and abatement / remediation services to our clients.

If you are interested in a career in occupational health and safety, have a strong interest in hazardous materials and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform.

What you can expect to do here:

Reporting to the Occupational Hygiene and Safety Group Manager, your responsibilities may include but won’t necessarily be limited to:

• Visually assessing buildings for various hazardous materials including asbestos, lead, PCBs, mercury components, ozone-depleting substances, and suspect visible microbial growth.
• Preparing hazardous materials building materials assessment reports.
• Developing hazardous materials management plans, safe work procedures, abatement specifications, and exposure control plans.
• Conducting hazardous materials condition assessments.
• Conducting hazardous material abatement/remediation inspections and air monitoring.
• Assisting with completion of other occupational hygiene projects under the supervision of a Certified Industrial Hygienist.
• Assisting clients with asset assessments, data management and compliance issues related to regulated materials.

This position requires local and regional travel and regular out-of-town assignments up to two weeks in duration. Assignments will at times be in remote areas and under physically demanding conditions.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental diploma/certificate/degree an asset.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience in health and safety/hazardous materials required.
• Hazardous materials training. WorkSafeBC Level S Surveyor Safety Training Certificate required.
• Experience in the consulting industry an asset.
• Unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License valid in British Columbia, personal vehicle, and a good driving record (drivers abstract required).
• Enthusiasm and commitment to technical excellence.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Flexibility with respect to remote work and travel.
• Willing and able to work rotational shifts, including being away from home for up to two weeks at a time.

Salary range (in British Columbia): $55,400 to $76,200

The final salary awarded for this role may vary based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Job Info

• Job Identification 65725
• Locations 20339 96th Ave, Langley, BC, V1M 0E4, CA; 3811 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC, V5J 5J2, CA; Suite 100 - 989 McGill Place, Kamloops, BC, V2C 6N9, CA; 16321 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 0B5, CA; 3456 Opie Crescent, Prince George, BC, V2N 2P9, CA; 840 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2S9, CA; 3600 Uptown Boulevard, Victoria, BC, V8Z 0B9, CA
• Posting Date 01/29/2025, 08:37 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please Note: Health and Safety is a core value of WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy is expected at all times.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only candidates selected will be contacted.