Hazardous Materials Professional

Overview Join to apply for the Hazardous Materials Professional role at WSP in Canada . WSP has an opportunity for a Hazardous Materials Professional to join our team to provide hazardous materials assessment and abatement/remediation services to our clients. If you are interested in a career in occupational health and safety, have a strong interest in hazardous materials and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you. What you can expect to do here Visually assess buildings for various hazardous materials including asbestos, lead, PCBs, mercury components, ozone-depleting substances, and suspect visible microbial growth, and collect bulk samples for laboratory analysis. Prepare hazardous materials building materials assessment reports. Develop hazardous materials management plans, safe work procedures, abatement specifications, and exposure control plans. Conduct hazardous materials condition assessments. Conduct hazardous material abatement/remediation inspections and air monitoring and prepare daily and project completion reports. Assist with completion of other occupational hygiene projects under the supervision and direction of a Certified Industrial Hygienist. Assist clients with asset assessments, data management and compliance issues related to regulated materials. This position requires local and regional travel and regular out-of-town assignments up to two weeks in duration. Assignments may be in remote areas and under physically demanding conditions. Work could be indoors or outdoors. Light to moderate lifting may be required. What you’ll bring to WSP Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental diploma/certificate/degree (asset). 2 to 7 years of experience in hazardous materials survey and assessment. Hazardous materials training. WorkSafeBC Level S Surveyor Safety Training Certificate required. Other hazardous materials training (e.g., AHERA Building Inspector Course, Alberta Asbestos Worker Course, Hazardous Materials Technician Course, Lead Inspector and Risk Assessor Course, Mold Assessment and Remediation Course, etc.) is an asset. Experience in the consulting industry is an asset. Unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License valid in British Columbia, personal vehicle and a good driving record (driver’s abstract required). Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Enthusiasm and commitment to technical excellence. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to adapt and work in a team environment as well as independently. Flexibility with respect to remote work and travel. Willing and able to work rotational shifts, including being away from home for up to two weeks at a time (one/two week out-of-town work on long-term rotation). Salary range (in British Columbia): $55,400 to $88,400 . The final salary awarded for this role may vary based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. About Us WSP is one of the world\'s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. At WSP : We value our people and our reputation We are locally dedicated with international scale We are future-focused and challenge the status quo We foster collaboration in everything we do We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE policies is expected at all times. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks. This may include working in remote or isolated areas, inclement weather, and other conditions. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please read the full policy. Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Professional Services #J-18808-Ljbffr