Environmental Scientist Graduate

We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. As an Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Technologist, in Fort St. John, British Columbia, you’ll be responsible for leading multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. Perform simple to complex contaminated site investigations, including drilling assessments, groundwater monitoring, remediation activities, and reclamation activities involving: k-tests, elevation surveys, and sampling using a variety of methods (e.g., supervising a variety of drilling types in soil and bedrock (e.g., solid stem, hollow stem, and air rotary) and installing GW monitoring wells supervising remedial excavations and trucking, confirmatory sampling, and operating remediation systems supervising reclamation equipment and performing reclamation assessments on agricultural and crown land (e.g., Supervise and coordinate field contractors and equipment for a variety of projects Collaborate with project managers and technical advisors and communicate project progress, execution, and scope changes Support and mentor junior professionals and provide on-the-job training in the field and office Learn, understand, and apply BC regulations related to assessment, remediation, and reclamation of oil and gas sites and ensure regulatory requirements are met as part of project execution This role will require approximately 85% of time to be in the field These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. Minimum 3 years of previous experience with assessment, remediation, and reclamation projects A degree or technical diploma in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, or engineering Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior professionals Familiarity with spill response would be considered an asset Eligibility for registration in or maintaining a good standing in a professional organization would be considered an asset Work Environment and Physical Requirements The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions. Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions Works in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency response As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time. Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. For US residents, click here to learn more. #