Junior Environmental Scientist

Company Description

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Your future starts here. 

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development. 

At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey. 

Job Description

Our team is hiring a Junior Environmental Scientist to join our team.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct Phase I/II ESAs and Remediations, both to CSA and O. Reg. 153/04 Standards;
• Conduct sampling and reporting associated with Excess Soils project (O.Reg. 406/19);
• Conduct fieldwork and reporting associated with Hydrogeological Assessments, including but not limited to infiltration testing, single-well response tests, and groundwater sampling;
• Perform fieldwork and reporting associated with major projects, including 'nation-builder' infrastructure jobs across the province;
• Travel and/or work nights and weekends occasionally, as required; and
• Perform other duties as may be required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in environmental science, engineering, biology, geoscience or a related field;
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in environmental consulting, with proven proficiency in Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, hydrogeological assessments, and/or excess soils projects;
• Technical knowledge of Ontario Regulation 153/04, Ontario Regulation 406/19, and Canadian Standards Association (CSA) guidelines;
• Demonstrated competency in fieldwork execution, including sampling protocols, groundwater assessment techniques, and infiltration testing;
• Excellent technical report writing, note-taking, and documentation skills with attention to regulatory compliance;
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel;
• Strong communication and coordination abilities; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in fast-paced environments.

Additional Information

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. 

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates. 

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application. 

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.