Aquatic Ecologist

**Come Join Us**

**_ “We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them”_**

Over the last 30 years, TULLOCH has built a robust multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm recognized Canada-wide for its strengths in the diverse service offerings and commitment to excellence. TULLOCH’s innovative use of emerging technologies to improve both the efficiency and quality of work is core to everything TULLOCH. This approach, along with our extreme work ethic, makes us a service provider of choice for many clients.

Based in **Sudbury**, the **Aquatic Ecologist** will report to the Environmental Department Lead and will have a wide range of duties which ultimately focus on environmental assessment, species at risk, and aquatic studies. You will be part of a team that provides practical ecological solutions to industry, government, and private sectors.

**What You’ll Do**:
The Aquatic Ecologist will be part of the Environmental team within the Engineering division. You will:

- Design and perform effective aquatic habitat and aquatic biota surveys to meet applicable regulatory or project specific requirements
- Record clear and concise field data under varied conditions including inclement weather and throughout the evening
- Conduct fish and fish habitat assessments using a variety of gear and sampling techniques in a range of aquatic environments
- Conduct assessments of project impacts on Natural Heritage features and prepare mitigation strategies to eliminate or reduce those impacts
- Interpret field data to prepare quality, accurate, and technically sound reports and regulatory documents
- Review technical documents, reports, and other deliverables prepared by colleagues to ensure quality control and to provide technical input
- Ensure efficient and effective use of time and resources to adhere to project budgets and schedules
- Conduct all aspects of business with the utmost respect, honesty, and integrity, including interactions with regulators, clients, and colleagues
- Support various environmental project work as required
- Please note that this job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of every duty and responsibility that will ever be required of an employee in the job._

**Who You Are**:

- You have 2-5 years experience working in a related role, preferably including consulting experience
- You are proficient with standard to advanced statistical analytical tools (Proficiency with R preferred)
- You have the demonstrated ability to perform studies in aquatic ecology (Study design and project management experience is an asset)
- You are willing to travel for fieldwork
- You are comfortable working in and around water, in remote areas, in all weather conditions, and at night
- You make decisions and exercise independent judgment within defined parameters and in alignment with business objectives
- You can pivot and alter approach or recommendations to accomplish desired results
- You are not afraid to raise your hand when you need help or guidance
- You are trusted and provided freedom to work independently but also contribute to the overall team success

**What You Should Bring**:

- General knowledge of fish and fish habitat
- Experience with a range of fish and aquatic sampling techniques
- Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation
- Experience conducting fish community and population assessments
- Experience in field survey design and coordination
- Dedication to health and safety in the workplace
- High motivation with results-oriented focus
- Superior organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including strong technical writing skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to manage confidential data
- A valid, Class G driver’s licence
- Assets for this position include: experience supervising and directing junior technical staff; MTO/DFO/MNRF fisheries protocol training; RAQS certification for Fisheries Assessment or Fisheries Contracts Specialty; and/or a ROM fish identification course.

**What We Offer You**:
TULLOCH has built a passionate workforce with a strong and vibrant culture which has been the key to our success. We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful, established, and growing Engineering company:

- Competitive salary, benefits plan, and company pension plan
- A fantastic culture, team, and energy to work with
- Social activities, company sponsored events, and opportunities to give back to our local community
- Flexible working hours
- Coaching and mentoring programs
- Scholarship programs for family members
- Opportunities to travel and work across Canada
- Hybrid working options

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