Junior / Intermediate Soil Scientist

Worley; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Calgary is seeking a Soil Scientist to contribute to environmental and reclamation projects across Alberta and Western Canada. You will apply soil science expertise in classification, vegetation interaction, and remediation planning while supporting regulatory and safety requirements.

The role involves fieldwork, office analysis, and travel to project sites with a focus on practical, sustainable environmental solutions for energy, mining, infrastructure, and resource sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–5 years of environmental consulting, reclamation, soils, or land management experience.
• Knowledge of the Canadian System of Soil Classification and field soil survey techniques.
• Experience with contaminated site investigations, environmental sampling, and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conducting soil survey, soil classification, soil conservation, and soil salvage assessments.
• Supporting reclamation programs through Detailed Site Assessments, monitoring, data collection and reporting.
• Assisting with vegetation and wetland assessments, including species identification and habitat evaluations.
• Participating in contaminated site investigations with drilling oversight and soil sampling.
• Preparing technical reports, field summaries, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinating field logistics, equipment, and contractor services.
• Providing field supervision of contractors to ensure safety and quality.
• Supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver environmental consulting services.

Skills

Soil classification

Reclamation planning

Field data collection

Regulatory reporting

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or related field

Master's degree in Soil Science or Environmental Science

Technical Diploma in related discipline

Job description

Soil Scientist

Play an integral role in

Play an integral role in Worley Consulting’s Environmental & Sustainability (E&S) team, where science, sustainability, and project delivery come together to help clients responsibly develop, manage, and restore natural resources. As a Soil Scientist, you will contribute to a broad range of environmental and reclamation projects across Alberta and Western Canada, supporting clients in the energy, industrial, mining, infrastructure, and resource sectors. This role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise in soils, vegetation, reclamation, and environmental assessment while working alongside multidisciplinary specialists committed to delivering practical, sustainable solutions.

Purpose of the role

As a Soil Scientist, you will support the successful delivery of environmental and reclamation projects by providing field and technical expertise related to soil classification, soil conservation, vegetation assessment, reclamation planning, and contaminated site investigations. You will help clients meet regulatory requirements, advance land stewardship objectives, and support responsible environmental management throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with environmental scientists, biologists, agrologists, engineers, project managers, regulators, contractors, and clients, you will contribute to high-quality technical studies, field programs, and reporting activities that drive project success while maintaining Worley’s commitment to safety, operational excellence, and environmental sustainability.

Location

Calgary, Alberta

This is a full-time position. The role includes a combination of office-based work, field assignments, and travel to project sites throughout Alberta and other regions as required. Field schedules may involve extended workdays and overnight travel depending on project requirements and seasonal field programs.

You will be responsible for

• Conducting soil survey, soil classification, soil conservation, and soil salvage assessments in accordance with applicable regulatory and industry standards.
• Supporting reclamation programs through Detailed Site Assessments, reclamation monitoring, data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.
• Assisting with vegetation and wetland assessments, including species identification, ecological site characterization, and habitat evaluations.
• Participating in contaminated site investigations and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, including drilling oversight, borehole logging, soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and environmental data collection.
• Preparing technical reports, field summaries, regulatory documentation, and supporting environmental permit and compliance requirements.
• Evaluating laboratory analytical results and performing quality assurance and quality control reviews of environmental data.
• Coordinating field logistics, equipment procurement, contractor services, and site requirements to support efficient project execution.
• Providing field supervision and oversight of contractors and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety requirements.
• Supporting multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality environmental consulting services for clients across a variety of industry sectors.
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance technical quality, operational efficiency, and project delivery performance.
• Promoting Worley’s culture of safety excellence through active participation in safety programs, hazard assessments, field documentation, and safe work practices.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• Technical Diploma, B.Sc., or M.Sc. from an accredited institution in Soil Science, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• Typically 1-5 years of relevant environmental consulting, reclamation, soils, or land management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Canadian System of Soil Classification and practical field application of soil survey and soil characterization techniques.
• Experience supporting reclamation assessments, environmental monitoring, and regulatory reporting programs.
• Knowledge of soil, vegetation, and landscape interactions and a genuine interest in advancing environmental stewardship and sustainable land management practices.
• Experience participating in contaminated site investigations, environmental sampling programs, and environmental data interpretation.
• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports.
• Strong organizational and project coordination capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic consulting environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with the ability to travel regular for field assignments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied terrain, weather conditions, and extended field schedules when required.
• Eligibility for registration, or current registration, with a relevant professional organization such as:
• Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA)
• Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB)
• College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF)
• Other applicable professional regulatory organizations
• Vegetation survey experience, plant taxonomy expertise, and rare plant identification experience are considered strong assets.
• Experience working within environmental consulting, energy, mining, infrastructure, industrial, or resource development sectors is considered an asset.

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today’s needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.