Environmental Technologist, Environmental Scientist, or Engineer-in-Training

1 week ago

Halifax, Canada Dillon Consulting Full time

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

Field Activities

Coordinate and complete contaminated sites projects, including Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments, hydrogeological investigations, soil/groundwater/surface water/sediment/soil vapour sampling programs, and contaminated site remediation projects Complete documentation of field activities, site safety meetings, among others in paper and digital formats (as required) Assist in supporting environmental assessment reports, including: data tables, borehole logs, test pit logs, GIS/CAD, etc. Coordinate and complete designated hazardous substance surveys including asbestos and lead sampling and assist in air emissions testing programs Respond to emergency spills of various fuel products into the environment or residential setting. Operate, calibrate, and maintain project specific equipment Ability to work remotely (., Labrador or Nunavut) for up to two weeks Ability to work overtime if needed Ability to work alone with limited direction

Project Coordination

Coordinate with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, third-party stakeholders Compile and analyse data Contribute to the preparation of project proposals and presentations, and client liaison  Assist in report writing and preparation of technical memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and figures Coordinate and manage project tasks, budgets and schedules Assist project managers, engineers, environmental scientists and others on a variety of multidisciplinary design teams (including project engineers, planners, biologists, technologists, Comply with applicable health and safety procedures and guidelines

Learning and Development

Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

A degree or diploma in environmental engineering technology, environmental sciences, or environmental engineering At least two years' experience in environmental consulting will be an asset Strong desire to learn Strong work ethic with genuine interest in environmental programs and field work Knowledge of applicable environmental regulations Valid Driver’s License Comfortable with use and operation of a 4X4 truck in an off-road environment

Experience

Understanding of statistical analyses and terms, comfortable completing common statistical procedures properly and can differentiate between similar summary statistics like mean vs. median vs. mode. Able to create visual representations or tables to present statistical results from data analyses Experience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills Demonstrated abilities to work in multidisciplinary team and independently Exceptional working knowledge of Microsoft Office . Excel and Word Knowledge in several of: geology, hydrogeology, field procedures, basic chemistry, contracting/construction, chemistry, geotechnical concerns, geology, remediation engineering, site characterization, waste management, landfill design, health and safety will be considered an asset Experience in phased site assessment and remediation and/or hazardous building substances survey will be an asset Experience with groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, slug tests, data loggers will be an asset Experience with soil and sediment sampling will be an asset Experience in laboratory bottle orders and chain of custody completion will be an asset Knowledge of relevant provincial, and federal environmental legislation and policies will be considered an asset Can apply criteria to analytical data will be considered an asset Proficiency in AUTOCAD, GIS, Surfer, gINT or database abilities will be an asset

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop. 

We live our core values :

Reliability: words result in actions that build trust; Achievement: do the work to hit the target; Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing; Creativity: discover new possibilities; Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard; Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.

 In addition, we offer:

Employee share purchase plan Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees. A competitive compensation package Comprehensive health benefits Generous retirement savings plan Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions Flexible work hours and remote working options Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and remote work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.  Early Career Development (ECD) program We are committed to developing the skills and knowledge of our people at every stage of their career. The ECD program is designed to accelerate the development of successful consulting careers of new graduates. The program focuses on a mix of skills and behaviours that align with technical, consulting, clients, business acumen, and early leadership. Focus on Innovation The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities. Employee and Family Assistance program A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees. Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees. Wellness Subsidy Our employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes

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