Conservation jobs in Canada

Overview of the opportunity
Reporting to Supervisor of Engineering Plan Review, the Engineering Plan Reviewer assists with the technical review of planning and permit applications under Ontario Regulation 41/24, and related review of technical reports. This position supports development plan review in providing input to Environmental Assessments, gravel pit applications and municipal drainage projects. Technical support for Rural Water Quality and other GRCA program areas is provided by this position. This position also assists with maintaining the GRCA hydraulic models.

What you’ll do:
Assist in technical review of applications and studies such as: planning and permit submissions, watershed plans, official plans, environmental assessments, and violations.
Assist with conducting hydraulic and hydrologic studies relating to flood hazard mapping, water management projects, permit and planning applications, and general inquiries.
Assist with the development, maintenance, and dissemination of hydrological and floodplain information.
Assist with the maintenance of corporate GIS layers for flood, shoreline, and steep slope
hazard mapping used for Regulation and, in the case of floods, emergency management and response.
Assist with the reservoir management and flood management operations, including flood forecasting as well as emergency and day-to-day operations.
Assist with documenting the extent of observed flooding.
Represent the GRCA in meetings, Committees, Workshops and Conferences.
Act as a water management Duty Officer.
Attend meetings, tribunals, and hearings to fulfill the obligations of the GRCA and act as an expert witness as required.
Other Duties as assigned

Education
University degree or college diploma in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related Engineering field.
Certified Engineering Technologist Designation (C.E.T.) or Eligible for membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) or Professional Engineers of Ontario as a professional engineer or a limited license holder.

Experience
At least six years of experience in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering field, reviewing and analyzing development plans, reports and studies.
Knowledge and experience in hydrology, stormwater management, open channel hydraulics, principles of geotechnical engineering (e.g., erosion hazards/steep slopes) and natural channel design principles is an asset.
Ability to support the review of storm water management and sediment control techniques.
Proven oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders.
Working knowledge of relevant legislation and standards including, but not limited to Conservation Authorities Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Provincial Natural Hazard Guidelines, Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act, Conservation Authority technical guidelines, and municipal review processes related to applications made under the Planning Act.
Working knowledge of computer systems and engineering related software. Experience with HEC-RAS model is an asset.
A functional knowledge of GPS survey technology and GIS applications.
Computer proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required knowledge is and experience with AutoCAD is an asset.
Valid driver's license.