Senior Environmental Field Technician

FuzeHR; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuze HR Solutions is seeking a Senior Environmental Field Technician to support contaminated-site projects across Atlantic Canada, with Halifax as a base or flexible location within the region.

This field role emphasizes site assessment, remediation oversight, drilling supervision, and real-time instrumentation. Travel across Atlantic Canada is required, and you will work with environmental scientists, engineers, and technicians to deliver safe, compliant, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geology, Environmental Technology, or related discipline.
• C.Tech. or C.E.T. designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive environmental field experience.
• Strong understanding of contaminated sites assessment and remediation practices.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair field equipment and instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations, sampling methodologies, and field health and safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively throughout Atlantic Canada.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute environmental field programs under the direction of Project Managers.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, remediation programs, and risk assessment support activities.
• Perform site inspections and field investigations at industrial, infrastructure, government, mining, energy, and commercial sites.
• Oversee drilling, monitoring well installation, remediation activities, and environmental contractors.
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and compliance monitoring samples in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and support real-time environmental instrumentation and monitoring systems.
• Assist with the installation, operation, and performance monitoring of remediation and treatment systems.
• Prepare detailed field notes, documentation, and technical data records.
• Support data analysis, tabulation, quality control, and environmental reporting.
• Ensure field activities are completed safely and in compliance with project, client, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Field instrumentation

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Env Sci

Job description

Senior Environmental Field Technician, Contaminated Sites – Atlantic Region

Halifax, Nova Scotia or flexible for any location in the Atlantic Canada region

Salary Range $75,000 – $115,000

About the Opportunity

Join a highly respected environmental consulting organization recognized for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to professional growth. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental scientists, engineers, and technical specialists on complex, high-profile projects across Canada.

The successful candidate will contribute to challenging environmental assessment, remediation, and monitoring programs that support major Oil & Gas, mining, infrastructure, industrial, and renewable energy developments. The organization fosters a supportive, team-oriented environment where innovation, safety, technical quality, and continuous learning are highly valued.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Field Technician to support environmental site assessment, monitoring, remediation, and compliance programs throughout Atlantic Canada. Reporting to Project Managers and working closely with multidisciplinary project teams, you will play a key role in coordinating and executing field activities on a wide range of contaminated site and environmental projects.

This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined environmental professional who enjoys field-based work, troubleshooting instrumentation, and contributing to technically complex projects from investigation through remediation and long-term monitoring.

Travel throughout Atlantic Canada is required and will comprise a significant portion of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute environmental field programs under the direction of Project Managers.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, remediation programs, and risk assessment support activities.
• Perform site inspections and field investigations at industrial, infrastructure, government, mining, energy, and commercial sites.
• Oversee drilling, monitoring well installation, remediation activities, and environmental contractors.
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and compliance monitoring samples in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and support real-time environmental instrumentation and monitoring systems.
• Assist with the installation, operation, and performance monitoring of remediation and treatment systems.
• Prepare detailed field notes, documentation, and technical data records.
• Support data analysis, tabulation, quality control, and environmental reporting.
• Ensure field activities are completed safely and in compliance with project, client, and regulatory requirements.

Technical Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in:

• Environmental site assessment and contaminated sites investigations.
• Groundwater, surface water, and soil sampling programs.
• Drilling supervision and monitoring well construction.
• Real-time environmental monitoring and instrumentation systems.
• Environmental remediation and treatment system oversight.
• Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP) projects.
• PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) investigation and monitoring programs.
• Environmental fieldwork at federal and government-owned contaminated sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geology, Environmental Technology, or a related discipline.
• C.Tech. or C.E.T. designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive environmental field experience.
• Strong understanding of contaminated sites assessment and remediation practices.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair field equipment and instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations, sampling methodologies, and field health and safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively throughout Atlantic Canada.

Desired Skills

• Strong technical problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently in the field while also contributing effectively within project teams.

Why Join This Organization?

• Work on technically challenging and nationally significant environmental projects.
• Gain exposure to major Oil & Gas, mining, infrastructure, industrial, and renewable energy developments across Canada.
• Join a collaborative, inclusive, and people-focused culture that values innovation, safety, mentorship, and professional development.
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals recognized for delivering high-quality solutions to complex environmental challenges.
• Build your career with an organization that encourages growth, technical excellence, and long‑term advancement opportunities.

If you are a hands‑on environmental professional who thrives in the field and wants to contribute to impactful projects shaping Canada's energy, infrastructure, and environmental future, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to accommodating every candidate and encourage those who identify as a member of a visible minority group, or a person with a disability and requiring specific accommodations, to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.