Senior Environmental Consultant - Technical Specialist

AXIATA DIGITAL ADVERTISING SDN BHD; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

Health Spending Account

RRSP Matching Program

Growth Opportunities & Mentorship

Tuition/Professional Development Reimb

Flex Days

Employee Assistance Program

Work-from-Home Flexibility

Job summary

Ambipar Response Canada Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Technical Specialist to perform site data interpretation, risk assessment, and development of conceptual site models in accordance with SOPs and safety regulations.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 10 years in soil and groundwater assessment, strong leadership, and excellent technical writing skills, with exposure to Tier 1/2 guidelines and regulatory frameworks. Opportunities for mentorship and growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental services or equivalent.
• P.Eng. or P.Geol. designation and APEGA membership.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience on soil & groundwater assessment projects.

Responsibilities

• Review historical reports and site data to produce project overviews.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to reduce environmental liabilities.
• Prepare Phase 2 ESA, remediation, and soil/groundwater reports for regulatory purposes.
• Provide support for permitting, remediation, and compliance programs.
• Collaborate with senior team members to develop site-specific remediation guidelines.

Skills

Leadership & collaboration

Technical writing

Analytical & problem-solving

Statistical analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental services or equivalent

P.Eng. or P.Geol. designation (APEGA member)

10+ years soil & groundwater assessment experience

Job description

About Us

At Ambipar Response Canada Inc., we are committed to investing in our employees and supporting their growth within the environmental industry. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment focused on professional development and leadership.

What We Offer

• Health & Dental Benefits
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP Matching Program
• Growth Opportunities & Mentorship
• Tuition/Professional Development Reimbursement
• Flex Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work-from-Home Flexibility

The Senior Environmental Technical Specialist is to perform the duties and responsibilities provided below in accordance with Ambipar’s standard operating procedures and performance objectives, while adhering to the applicable health and safety regulations, and professional codes of conduct.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review pertinent historical reports and interpret site-specific data to produce accurate project overviews and assist in risk receptor analysis and development of Conceptual Site Models.
• Review and interpret scientific data, identify data gaps and develop recommendations to progress sites towards regulatory closure.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to reduce environmental liabilities.
• Prepare Phase 2 ESA reports, remediation reports, soil and groundwater reports to support EPEA-approved facilities and regulatory variance letter requests.
• Provide subject matter expertise to support permitting, remediation, and compliance programs.
• Submit draft technical report to Technical Team Lead and/or Project Manger for review. Update all report edits identified by technical review in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with Technical Team Lead to develop site-specific remediation guidelines, including Tier 2 adjustments or SST.
• Assist Project Managers with the development of Scopes of Work and Cost Estimates for projects; provide technical support to Project Managers.
• As experience is gained, act as a Technical Advisor and provide review of technical reports, including contaminated and regulatory sites.
• Interface with clients or AEP/AER, as required, to support complex and/or sensitive projects or programs.
• Provide opportunities for mentorship, training and development of environmental professionals.
• Promote teamwork and effective and respectful collaboration.
• Provide input to the existing quality control program, including but not limited to field data collection, data interpretation, data presentation, project deliverables, and project management.
• Remain current with environmental legislation and regulatory updates.
• Attend technical workshops or courses to help identify opportunities for technical solutions and integration into Ambipar’s daily operations, including analytical justifications, Tier 2, SST, and site-specific liability, etc.
• Attend technical seminars, conferences and industry events as a representative of Ambipar.
• Provide technical presentations on behalf of Ambipar.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental services or equivalent;
• Professional Designation of P.Eng. or P.Geol. and a member of APEGA.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience working on soil and groundwater assessment projects.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
• Excellent technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of Tier 1 guidelines, Tier 2 guideline modification, risk assessment and management, and Contaminated Sites Policy Framework.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and uncertainty evaluation in risk assessment.
• Familiarity with applicable municipal, provincial and federal bylaws, regulations, and Acts.

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL (HSE) REQUIREMENTS

• Reviewing and adhering to the company HSE policies and procedures as directed by the HSE Manager.
• Complying with policy, rules, standards, procedures, and practices.
• Correcting hazards as soon as they are observed.
• Immediately reporting to supervisory personnel all incidents, injuries / illnesses, near misses and hazard ID’s.
• Using equipment and tools (including rentals) as per manufacturer’s specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Knowing the location, type and operation of emergency equipment and being familiar with site-specific emergency procedures.
• Exercise the right to refuse unsafe work in accordance with legislation.
• Participating in workplace inspections and monthly office safety inspections as directed by the HSE Manager.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.