Junior Occupational Hygienist

WSP in Canada; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a junior Industrial/Occupational Hygienist to join their Vancouver team. This role involves conducting risk assessments, preparing exposure control plans, and managing hazardous materials. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in occupational health and safety, with a passion for fieldwork and travel. Enjoy a collaborative culture and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment while contributing to vital health and safety projects. This position offers a chance to grow in a respected organization that values inclusion and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Hybrid Work Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Occupational Hygiene or Health and Safety.
• Eligible for CRSP, CIH, ROH or ROHT designation.

Responsibilities

• Conducting occupational hygiene risk and exposure assessments.
• Preparing hazardous materials management plans and reports.
• Delivering training courses on industrial hygiene and safety.

Skills

Occupational Hygiene

Risk Assessments

Hazardous Materials Management

Communication Skills

Field Work

Travel Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene

Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Health and Safety

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

Job Description

LANGLEY, VANCOUVER OR BURNABY

The Opportunity:

WSP currently has an opportunity available for a junior level Industrial / Occupational Hygienist in Vancouver to provide industrial hygiene and hazardous materials assessment and abatement / remediation services to our clients.

The successful candidate will be an industrial / occupational hygienist with hazardous materials experience, or be a safety professional with hygiene and hazardous materials experience.

If you are interested in a career in occupational health and safety, and in particular, have a strong interest in risk assessments and hazardous materials, like field work and travel, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Why 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.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people.

What you can expect to do here:

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

• Conducting occupational hygiene risk assessments and exposure assessments for biological, chemical and physical hazards.
• Reviewing and/or preparing industrial hygiene related programs and exposure control plans for clients.
• Conducting hazardous materials surveys for various hazards and preparing reports.
• Developing hazardous materials management plans, safe work procedures, and exposure control plans.
• Conducting hazardous materials condition assessments.
• Conducting hazardous material abatement/remediation inspections and air monitoring.
• Conducting assessments for IAQ and confined spaces and preparing reports.
• Preparing and delivering industrial hygiene, safety and/or hazardous materials training courses.
• Writing proposals and reports for clients.

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

What you'll bring to WSP...

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene, or post secondary diploma or degree in Health and Safety required.
• Must be eligible for, and working towards CRSP, CIH, ROH or ROHT designation.
• Hazardous materials training an asset.
• Must have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in Occupational Hygiene and/or Health and Safety field.
• Experience in the consulting industry an asset.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility with respect to remote work and travel.

Compensation

Expected Salary (British Columbia): $55,400 to $76,200.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 65721
• Posting Date 01/29/2025, 10:23 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe.

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 paramount value of WSP. It is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times.

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 the candidates selected will be contacted.