Contaminated Sites Scientist

2 weeks ago


Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Associated Engineering Full time

Job Description
We currently have an opening for an
Intermediate Contaminated Sites Scientist
to join our team in
Whitehorse
.

You have environmental consulting experience in contaminated site assessments and an understanding of the regulatory environment in the Yukon. You want to work in a dynamic team environment and actively contribute to a variety of interesting and challenging projects.

Responsibilities include the following:

  • Field surveys and travel to remote locations.
  • Writing work plans and proposals, technical reports, and communications for non-technical audiences.
  • Soil, surface water, vapour and groundwater quality investigations.
  • Data management, analysis and reporting
  • Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers across various geographies.
  • Building professional relationships with clients and regulators.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

  • Undergraduate degree in an environmental discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, geography, earth science, or soil/reclamation science).
  • 5+ years' experience with contaminated sites science.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication.
  • Proficiency with software for word processing, data management, and presentations.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, track progress on multiple tasks, and meet deadlines within a team environment.
  • Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards for the practice.
  • Valid driver's licence.

What we offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, matching company pension program and a parental leave top-up program.
  • Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion
  • Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
  • Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness including fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
  • Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.


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