Senior/Principal Fisheries Biologist

SLR Consulting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Fisheries Biologist to lead impactful projects in mining. This role emphasizes technical leadership and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, ensuring high-quality project delivery and regulatory compliance. You will design field programs, develop technical products, and mentor staff while identifying new business opportunities. The company values employee growth and offers competitive benefits, making it an exciting place to advance your career in environmental consulting. If you're passionate about fisheries biology and looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Career Development

Flexible Schedules

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in fisheries biology within environmental consulting.
• Expertise in environmental assessment and permitting for BC mining projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical scopes and provide expert advice on fisheries issues related to mining projects.
• Engage with clients, Indigenous groups, and stakeholders.

Skills

Fisheries Biology

Environmental Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Master's in Fisheries Biology

PhD in Ecology

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Job Title: Senior/Principal Fisheries Biologist
Vacancy No: VN4745
Employment Type: Permanent
Contract Type: Full-Time

We are SLR Consulting (Canada), a team of over 600 professionals across 18 locations, providing environmental and sustainability services through various technical disciplines.

Job Description: As a Senior Fisheries Biologist, you will lead projects focused on mining, providing expertise in fish and fish habitat assessments, regulatory approvals, and permitting processes. Your role involves technical leadership, collaboration with clients, regulators, Indigenous groups, and stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality project delivery. You will design field programs, develop technical products like fish habitat offsetting plans, and advise clients on regulatory compliance. Mentoring staff, business development, and expanding our fisheries services are also key responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical scopes and provide expert advice on fisheries issues related to mining projects.
• Engage with clients, Indigenous groups, stakeholders, and team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Identify new business opportunities and prepare proposals.

Working @ SLR: We invest in our employees' growth, offering career development, competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement. The salary range starts at $160,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications:

• Master's or PhD in Fisheries Biology, Ecology, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in fisheries biology within environmental consulting.
• Expertise in environmental assessment, permitting, and monitoring for BC mining projects.
• Proven leadership and excellent communication skills.

SLR values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.