Environmental Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago

Swan Hills, Canada Veolia Full time

Job Summary

The Environmental & Lab Technician role at Veolia is a critical position that requires a strong understanding of environmental and laboratory procedures. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing sampling, extraction, analysis, monitoring, auditing, and reporting duties to support the EHS department in achieving their goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform sampling, extraction, and analysis of environmental samples according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and permitting requirements.
  • Maintain workspace, equipment, instrumentation, and incoming/outgoing sample inventory.
  • Develop and enhance effective troubleshooting skills and complete regular instrument maintenance and calibration procedures to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and accuracy.
  • Perform method development and validation.
  • Train new team members.
  • Operate the Environmental and Air Quality Monitoring Programs for the Swan Hills Treatment Centre (SHTC) on a day-to-day basis.
  • Conduct environmental inspections involving field work.
  • Prepare reports according to Operating Approvals for submission to regulatory agencies.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of the Operating Approval and other Acts and Regulations and the ability to interpret them is required.
  • Some mechanical aptitude is needed to troubleshoot problems with samplers.
  • Proficiency in data interpretation and report writing.
  • Working knowledge of plant processes including Bailey, ICIS and Active Factory.
  • Understanding of sampling procedures and practices.
  • The ability to read and interpret environmental and operating guidelines is essential.
  • Working knowledge of Laboratory preparation of environmental samples.
  • Effective customer service attitude and commitment to providing exceptional customer service and quality results.
  • Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills to facilitate working effectively with wide range and number of people, including peers and manager, employees, and other departments, divisions, and management within all levels of the organization.
  • Effective negotiation, persuasion, and listening skills to facilitate successful resolution of employee and management concerns and requests.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills to facilitate and promote open discussions and understanding.
  • Effective time management, decision-making, and planning and organizing skills.
  • Attentiveness to details and ability to manage a diverse workload within a fast-paced environment with changing multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
  • Proven organizational, good housekeeping, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Computer competency in MS Office applications, LIMS and Windows operating environments.
  • Ability to learn new analytical techniques.
  • Theoretical and practical understanding of analytical chemistry. Ability to apply knowledge in the use, maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
  • Excellent and accurate record keeping.
  • Understanding of all preparatory and analytical techniques used in applicable section.
  • Knowledge of the QA/QC requirements for analysis/reporting of pertinent tests.
  • Knowledge of written procedure content and format requirements.
  • Ability to take instructions for the performance of non-routine analysis.
  • Ability to perform all analyses in accordance with pertinently applicable policies as per the Laboratory Quality Manual.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • No related experience is required however preference is for 1 year's related environmental experience and 1 to 2 years' related experience in operating and maintaining laboratory analytical instruments.
  • Preference for 2 to 3 years' related experience.
  • Previous experience within an industrial plant environment is a definite asset.
  • Previous experience within a regulatory environment is a definite asset.

Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Diploma in Environmental, Biological or Chemical Technology or a combination of demonstrated similar work experience, aptitude, and specific skills training is a definite asset.

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