Organics Section Lead

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental analysis is seeking a dedicated Organics Section Lead for its Taiga Environmental Laboratory in Yellowknife. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and supervising a team of technologists. The ideal candidate will possess significant laboratory experience, particularly in analyzing organic parameters, and will be responsible for troubleshooting equipment and developing new procedures. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to environmental stewardship and contribute to impactful projects that benefit the community.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of laboratory experience analyzing water and wastewater samples.
• 2 years of supervisory experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Organic Section in the laboratory.
• Train and supervise Environmental Laboratory Technologists and students.

Skills

Laboratory Analysis

Supervisory Skills

Troubleshooting

Chemical Analysis

Environmental Science Knowledge

Education

Diploma in Environmental or Chemical Laboratory Technology

Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science

Tools

Gas Chromatographs

Mass Spectrometers

Job description

Department: Environment and Climate Change

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Job Information

The Taiga Environmental Laboratory is the only full-service environmental analytical laboratory in northern Canada. The TEL performs a wide range of chemical and molecular and microbiological analysis on water (freshwater, ground water, drinking water, industrial effluents, and sewage) and soil/sediment samples. Significantly, TEL is accredited by the Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA), and the scope of accreditation includes 248 individual parameters in four distinct sections: Inorganics, Organics, Trace Metals, and Molecular/Microbiology. In addition to standard services, a variety of special services are also offered, including rush sample services, scientific training, quality assurance and quality check (QA and QC) plans, and public education.

The Organics Section Lead is the senior analyst of the Organic Section within the Taiga Environmental Laboratory. They are required to train and supervise Environmental Laboratory Technologists and summer students within the Organics Section. They lead the day-to-day operations to ensure that samples results comply with the criteria and standards required to maintain continued certification with the Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA) and to ensure that standard laboratory turnaround times are met. The Organics Section Lead must be knowledgeable about and understand the theories and science that support the operations of a broad range of laboratory equipment (e.g., gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers etc.) to ensure the day-to-day operations of the unit and to research and develop new procedures as needed. They are responsible for troubleshooting instrument issues through equipment repair/replacement, changes to existing procedures or researching new methodologies.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

A diploma from a recognized environmental or chemical laboratory technology program or a degree in a relevant field of science such as chemistry, biology, or environmental science.

Applicants must also have at least five (5) years of laboratory experience analyzing water and wastewater samples in addition to experience obtained during a degree or diploma program.

Experience must include at least:

• two (2) years of supervisory experience, and
• two (2) years experience analyzing samples for organic parameters.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.