Environmental Geotechnical Technician

1 week ago


Kitchener, Ontario, Canada GHD Full time

Environmental Sustainability Expertise

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Geological Environmental Field Specialist to join our team at GHD. As a key member of our Canadian Operations, you will play a critical role in ensuring the environmental sustainability of our projects.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and rewarding projects, driving change and shaping our communities in new and positive ways. As a Geological Environmental Field Specialist, you will be responsible for:

  • Oversight of drilling investigations involving geotechnical, hydrogeological, and environmental components.
  • Coordination and review of utility locates and utility drawings.
  • Interpretation of engineering drawings/plans and reports, and layout locations in the field.
  • Logging of soil and rock.
  • Surveying.
  • Completion of SPT and Shelby tube sampling, as well as in-situ vane shear tests.
  • Collection of soil samples for environmental and geotechnical testing.
  • May also be involved with well development, groundwater sampling, soil gas sampling, and/or single well response testing and construction/remediation activities.
  • Liaise with subcontractors, client representatives, and/or agencies, as required.
  • Training staff in field methods and sampling techniques.
  • Working with and providing support to other members of the group in assisting with other field, laboratory, and office activities as required.
  • Completing clear, neat, and accurate field notes.
  • May also be involved with the preparation of data tables, stratigraphic logs, scopes of work, health and safety plans.
  • Adherence to GHD and client's safety requirements, including appropriate PPE.
  • Requirement for travel. Projects are generally in the GTA/Greater Golden Horseshoe area, with possibility for travel to Northern and Eastern Ontario (25%), depending on project opportunities.
  • Estimated 95% of time outside the office in the field.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 7+ years of relevant experience.
  • College Diploma in an Earth Science, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Technology/Technician program.
  • Working knowledge of geotechnical, hydrogeology field testing, and bedrock drilling/logging.
  • General experience with the MS Office software, such as Excel, Word, and Teams.
  • Working knowledge of MECP, MNRF, MOL, and Acts & Regulations associated with the type of work being performed.
  • Working knowledge of the following Ontario Regulations, as amended: 903, 347, 558/00, 153/04, 213/91, 406/19.
  • Experience acting as a MOL Supervisor for larger drilling programs.
  • Valid First Aid/AED Training certification.
  • Must own a reliable vehicle and hold a valid driver's license.
  • Adaptable and analytical, with a willingness to ask questions.
  • Ability to exercise sound professional judgment.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Team player, cooperate with other staff.
  • Ability to meet challenging deadlines.
  • Working in highly congested utility situations and with linear infrastructure projects considered an asset.
  • Previous experience working on larger infrastructure projects and Northern Ontario experience an asset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with clear, well-written notes.


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