Senior Geohazards Specialist

SNC-Lavalin; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Geohazards Specialist to work in Ottawa. The successful candidate will analyze the effects of geological processes, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Earth Sciences and a minimum of 10 years' experience in geomorphology. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in GIS and other specialized tools are essential. Join us to help engineer a better future.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in applied geomorphology.
• Registered or qualified to register with relevant professional bodies.
• Expertise in terrain models and training others in specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Study the effects of landsliding and erosion.
• Prepare geomorphological maps and reports.
• Conduct geohazard risk assessments for infrastructure.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Analytical methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Earth Sciences

Tools

GIS software

Geophysical tools

Satellite image interpretation software

Job description

Job Description

Senior Geohazards Specialist

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

Location – Ottawa, ON or Vaughan, ON

The Geohazards and Geomorphology team is made up of dedicated specialists that use expert knowledge, principles and practice in geohazards, Earth surface processes, and landforms to assist clients achieve economic, environmental and safety goals by recognizing and minimizing the impact of terrain constraints, mitigating hazards, reducing risk, and providing engineered solutions.

Our team gathers professionals with specific background and experience in slope hazards, erosion processes, water crossing assessment, ecohydraulics, terrain mapping, hazard and risk mapping (qualitative and quantitative), image analysis and interpretation, GIS analysis, surface water and debris flow modelling. Our current clients include pipeline, power generation, mining, and forest companies, as well as municipal, provincial and federal governments, and First Nations.

We are fully supported by geotechnical, civil and hydrotechnical engineers, hydrologists/water resource specialists, biologists and environmental specialists recognized locally and around the world for their expertise.

This position will report to the Manager of Geohazards and Geomorphology and will be responsible for supporting the execution of geohazard projects. Candidates will ideally be based in Ontario or Quebec. However, we will consider other locations in Canada if desired.

Your role within the team:

• Study the effects of landsliding, erosion, sedimentation and neo-tectonic activity on the landscape.
• Record and interpret geological and geomorphological information from maps, reports, stratigraphic logs, air photographs, satellite imagery, geological surveys and other sources.
• Participate in the study and mitigation of hazards including floods and landslides.
• Prepare geomorphological maps, diagrams, cross-sections and reports from field and office studies.
• Support the development of proposals in response to client requests for expertise, develop relationships with clients that are based on knowledge, experience and trust.
• Conduct geohazard risk assessments for linear infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, roads, railways), mining operations, and natural resource projects.
• Liase with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations, and, Fieldwork involves periods of time away from home. This may include long hours, working on remote locations and rustic conditions.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from a relevant Engineering or Earth Sciences program with specific education, training or experience in geomorphology and geohazards.
• Proficient at statistical and analytical methods of analysis with emphasis on quantitative methods in geomorphology.
• Registered (or qualified to register) with the Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO)/Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) and/or Order des geologues du Quebec (QGQ)/Ordre des ingenieurs du Quebec (OIQ).
• Ten years or more of relevant experience in applied geomorphology, related to the assessment of geotechnical and hydrotechnical hazards.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding terrain models and specialized training in at least one aspect of Geomorphology, Engineering Geology or similar.
• Expertise using specialized equipment and/or software (LiDAR, Geophysical tools, Satellite image interpretation software, GIS software, survey equipment, geological or geotechnical modelling software etc.) and willingness to take responsibility for those skills, including training other staff to use them.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce reports and proposals.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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