Junior Environmental Professional

Dillon Consulting Limited; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share purchase plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous retirement savings plan

Flexible work hours and hybrid working options

Learning and Development opportunities

Employee and Family Assistance program

Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership

Wellness Subsidy

Job summary

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking a Junior Hazardous Materials Technician in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The role involves coordinating field testing programs for hazardous materials, documenting activities, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in relevant disciplines and be willing to adapt to various tasks. This position offers a competitive compensation package, including flexible work hours, comprehensive health benefits, and continuous learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in environmental consulting is an asset.
• Ability to collect field data according to provincial and/or federal requirements.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Versatile, adaptable, and willing to conduct a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field programs for Hazardous Materials Assessment surveys.
• Document field activities and health and safety meetings.
• Prepare sampling plans and collect field data.
• Assist in preparation of assessment reports and data analysis.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain project-specific equipment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge

Data entry proficiency

Education

Degree/diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Environmental or related disciplines

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Overview

Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you! As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.

The Dillon’s Contaminant Assessment & Management Discipline is seeking a Junior Hazardous Materials Technician to join our multidisciplinary team. The role is based in Fredericton.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete field programs for Hazardous Materials Assessment surveys, including asbestos and lead sampling, and assist in air emission testing programs.
• Complete documentation of field activities, site health and safety meetings, among others in paper and digital formats (as required).
• Prepare sampling plans, collect and compile field data, including digital geo‑referenced data, and complete field notes.
• Maintain standard protocols for field data collected and reporting standards for Hazardous Materials Assessments.
• Assist in preparation of assessment reports, including compilation and analysis of data, microscope analysis, and sample inventory.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain project‑specific equipment.
• Coordinate with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, and third‑party stakeholders.
• Provide assistance to project managers on multidisciplinary teams, with the opportunity to develop into a Project Manager.
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Learning and Development

• Commit to self‑development and ongoing learning and professional development.
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Qualifications

• A degree and/or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Environmental or related disciplines.
• 0‑2 years of experience in environmental consulting is an asset.
• Ability to collect field data according to provincial and/or federal requirements.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Versatile, adaptable, and willing to conduct a variety of tasks.

Experience

• Technical knowledge of applicable regulations, standards, guidelines, best practices and monitoring protocols related to hazardous materials.
• Hazardous materials training.
• Proficient in data entry, data compilation and database management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in writing technical reports.

Health & Safety

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety, actively engage with our Health & Safety processes, and identify and report hazards.

Benefits

• Employee share purchase plan
  • Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
• A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan
  • Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
• Flexible work hours and hybrid working options
  • Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust‑based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
• Learning and Development opportunities
  • As a knowledge‑based business, we use a composite approach to development including coaching, mentoring, advising, and co‑creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.
• Focus on Innovation
  • The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for continual advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward‑looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
• Employee and Family Assistance program
  • A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well‑being are available to all employees.
• Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership
  • Employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.
• Wellness Subsidy
  • Employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes, and dance classes.

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.