Technical Lead

**Technical Lead - Reclamation**

**About Us**

At Aurora Land and Environmental, our people are at the heart of our success. Our strength lies in our unwavering commitment to safety and client-centric solutions over the past 25 years.

Our expertise extends across diverse sectors, including Upstream and Midstream Oil and Gas, Renewable Resources, Transportation, Telecom, Infrastructure, and Power Transmission. We redefine standards and set benchmarks, consistently driving positive change.

**The Aurora Team**

Behind our success story is a skilled ensemble of environmental professionals with expertise in Remediation, Reclamation, Wetland, Water course and Wildlife assessments and Well testing. Every project we undertake benefits from our diversity, expertise, and commitment to excellence. We take pride in our highly qualified staff, consisting of Professional Agrologists, Foresters, Biologists, Qualified Wetland Science Practitioners (QWSP, QAES), Wildlife Biologists, GIS, and Remote Sensing Specialists, and Land Administrators/Agents. Our diverse and talented teams work diligently to deliver exceptional comprehensive cradle-to-grave services to our valued clients.

**What We Offer**

Health insurance, dental and vison insurance, retirement planning (RRSP match), competitive wages, flexible working hours and hybrid office options, professional development, wellness program, performance bonuses, team bonding events, paid lieu days and much more

**The Opportunity**

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Project Management of soil and vegetation assessments (DSA’s) across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
- Providing training to Junior staff members.
- Preparing Topsoil Surveys and writing corresponding reports.
- Demonstrating commitment to meeting the defined project scope, delivering on-time and on-budget.
- Contributing to completing of client proposals and other external client communications.
- Collection of accurate field data using best practices and following standard operating procedures.
- Supporting and assisting Project Managers in all aspects of project execution including coordination and procurement of project supplies and subcontractor services.
- Preparing and executing of technical reports.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Relevant post-secondary education in the area environmental sciences; a minimum of a diploma in environmental sciences focusing on soil science is preferred.
- A thorough understanding of Alberta and Saskatchewan DSA criteria is required.
- Strong vegetation identification skills are required.
- Experience in Reclamation Supervision
- Experience in DSA (Detailed Site Assessments) reporting, review and sign off of reports.
- Experience in Reclamation Certificate Applications (RCA) and OneStop submissions.
- Knowledge of the Canadian System for Soil Classification, standard environmental field practices and procedures.
- Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and listening skills.
- Good time management skills, the ability to work with mínimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the project by being a team player.
- Must be willing to travel and work in a field setting away from headquarters. Must possess CSA approved Steel Toed Safety Boots
- Must be physically capable of performing the manual labour duties required.
- Previous experience working around heavy equipment would be considered an asset.
- Experience in a consulting environment would be considered an asset.
- Strong safety record and good driving skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and must provide current drivers abstract when applying.

**Additional Information**

A requirement of working for Aurora Land’s and Environmental Division is that you legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship (A copy of a valid work permit may be required).

We offer a collaborate environment based on diversity, continuous improvement, teamwork and excellence in client and project delivery.

Aurora’s Environmental Division would like to thank all applicants; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Work Location: In person