Marine Environmental Technician / Specialist

Hatfield Consultants; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable environmental services company is seeking a Marine Technician in North Vancouver. This role involves participation in marine environmental surveys, working on construction projects, and assisting data collection and analysis. Ideal candidates will have a degree in marine biology or ecology and at least one year of relevant experience. The company offers a supportive work culture, hybrid working arrangements, and competitive salary ranging from $55k to $76k based on experience.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Matching group retirement plan

Biweekly Earned Days Off program

Qualifications

• Completed BSc or BA in marine biology or ecology, or equivalent.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience desired.
• Experience in scientific writing and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Participate in environmental surveys and monitoring focused on marine ecology.
• Work as an Environmental Monitor on marine construction projects.
• Assist in data collection, entry, and reporting.

Skills

Marine ecology knowledge

Data collection skills

Environmental monitoring skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

BSc or BA in marine biology or ecology

Job description

About Hatfield

Hatfield has been proudly serving our clients and our community for over 50 years. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Top SME Employers in 2024. With 250 team members and growing, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. When you join Hatfield, you choose a career that makes a difference in the lives of all those who share our planet.

Our work culture focuses on scientific excellence, professional development, and providing flexible work arrangements including hybrid options and earned Fridays off. In addition, we have a flat organizational structure, and a friendly, accessible, and down-to-earth management team that truly cares about employee career progression.

The Marine Technician role presents a tremendous career growth opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing development of our team and will receive excellent mentorship from experienced environmental professionals. The ideal candidate will have a marine ecology or biology background. Project assignments will cross several industry sectors (e.g., marine and coastal restoration and development, infrastructure, tunnelling, renewable energy, ports and terminals, etc.). This position will be based out of Hatfield’s North Vancouver office and may require travel throughout Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Participation in environmental surveys and monitoring studies, focusing on marine ecology, fish and fish habitat (e.g., saltmarsh, eelgrass, kelp), water and sediment quality, benthic invertebrate communities or other related elements of the marine environment.

• Working as an Environmental Monitor, typically on marine related construction projects.

• Assist in data collection, entry, quality control, analysis, and interpretation for report preparation.

• Preparation of permit applications and associated documentation.

• Literature and data review, collation, and communication of review/research to peers.

• Engage with marine and management teams on a variety of projects.

Education and Experience

• Completed BSc or BA in marine biology or ecology, or equivalent with appropriate qualifications for work in BC.

• 1+ years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in scientific writing, scientific data collection and relevant field techniques.

• Training or courses relating to data analysis, environmental assessments and permitting in BC.

• A valid Canadian driver’s license for the past three years, experience driving a pickup truck and the ability to meet the requirements for our third party automobile insurance policy.

• Relevant professional certification (e.g., RBTech/BiT/RPBio, AAg/PAg, EPt/EP, etc.) or ability to obtain is an asset.

Other Assets/Skills

• Ability to work within diverse teams and maintain a positive attitude.

• Ability and interest to undertake extensive fieldwork, in a range of weather conditions, including potentially working in remote locations.

• Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and the willingness to potentially work additional or non-standard hours.

• Excellent communication (verbal and technical writing) skills and time management.

• Attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of adherence to standard operating procedures and data collection, management, and analysis standards.

• A focus on health, safety and quality.

• An understanding of environmental legislation, regulations, permitting processes, guidance documents and Best Management Practices in BC.

• Other experience or interests that would be an asset include:

• Strong identification skills of BC marine flora and fauna; CAUS or occupational SCUBA or ability to easily obtain;

• Boat driving experience (on rivers and ocean); SVOP, MED A3 (or equivalent), ROC-M, Marine Basic First Aid;

• Experience trailering a boat; construction environmental monitoring; hydroacoustic monitoring; marine mammal monitoring;

• Marine fish and fish habitat assessments; marine invertebrate assessments; sediment and water quality sampling; environmental effects monitoring and reporting.

What’s In It For You?

• Friendly and down-to-earth work culture

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Biweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) program

• Matching group retirement plan

• Comprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverage

• Competitive vacation and special leave

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Relocation allowance

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Hatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.

Hatfield acknowledges that our offices are located on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples. We also recognize and acknowledge the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of the many other Indigenous Peoples who have lived since time immemorial in the places we live and work. Hatfield is committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of the populations we serve, and to provide and support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. We warmly invite all Indigenous Peoples to apply.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume describing your experience through the online form or email: [e-mail]. Please indicate “Marine Environmental Technician/Specialist” in your subject line.

Salary range: $55k - $76k. To ensure we attract the best candidate, Hatfield will adjust the seniority of the role and level of compensation, aligned with the candidate’s suitability and experience.

Please note that we will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment.