Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist

Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist Dillon Consulting Limited Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast‑paced and agile environment. Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program. Your opportunity Dillon’s Contaminant Assessment & Management discipline is looking for a Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. This position could be based at our Calgary, Edmonton, Chatham, Guelph, Kitchener, London, Windsor, Downtown Toronto, North York, Hamilton, Oakville, Ottawa, with preference in Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, Halifax, Sydney, St. John’s offices. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Responsibilities Train and mentor staff on Hazardous Materials Assessments Establish and maintain standard protocols and reporting standards for Hazardous Materials Assessments Technical review and risk management for hazardous materials assessment and management projects Manage and coordinate projects and technical studies for a variety of environmental assignments Prepare and present reports and proposals Direct and instruct project team members including natural scientists, engineers, planners, technologists and technical support staff Enhance client relationships and develop new business opportunities with both public and private sector clients Learning & Development Commit to self‑development and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in hazardous materials management and occupational health and safety Contribute to Dillon‘s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring Qualifications Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Environmental or related disciplines Minimum 10 years’ demonstrable experience conducting all aspects of hazardous materials work, and in particular large‑scale complex asbestos survey and abatement projects for industry and government clients Enthusiastic and positive attitude and commitment to technical excellence Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, comprehend and proof‑read written reports and correspondence Experience Formal hazardous materials training Excellent technical knowledge of applicable regulations, standards, guidelines, best practices and monitoring protocols related to hazardous materials Strong computer and skills primarily with Microsoft Office programs Why choose Dillon? Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and are empowered to continually grow and develop. Core values Reliability: words result in actions that build trust Achievement: do the work to hit the target Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing Creativity: discover new possibilities Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences Benefits Employee share purchase plan Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees A competitive compensation package Comprehensive health benefits Generous retirement savings plan Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions Flexible work hours and remote working options Learning and Development opportunities Employee and Family Assistance program A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well‑being are available to all employees Wellness Subsidy Our employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes About Dillon Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee‑owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi‑faced projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities. Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences. Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business. Please connect with us if you require accommodation in the interview process. We would love to hear from you Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr