Participation in environmental surveys and monitoring studies, focusing on marine ecology, fish and fish habitat (e.g., saltmarsh, eelgrass, kelp), water and sediment quality, benthic invertebrate communities or other related elements of the marine environment.
Working as an Environmental Monitor, typically on marine related construction projects.
Assist in data collection, entry, quality control, analysis, and interpretation for report preparation.
Preparation of permit applications and associated documentation.
Literature and data review, collation, and communication of review/research to peers.
Engage with marine and management teams on a variety of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Participation in environmental surveys and monitoring studies, focusing on marine ecology, fish and fish habitat (e.g., saltmarsh, eelgrass, kelp), water and sediment quality, benthic invertebrate communities or other related elements of the marine environment.
- Working as an Environmental Monitor, typically on marine related construction projects.
- Assist in data collection, entry, quality control, analysis, and interpretation for report preparation.
- Preparation of permit applications and associated documentation.
- Literature and data review, collation, and communication of review/research to peers.
- Engage with marine and management teams on a variety of projects.
Qualifications
Required
- Completed BSc or BA in marine biology or ecology, or equivalent with appropriate qualifications for work in BC.
- 1+ years of relevant work experience.
- Experience in scientific writing, scientific data collection and relevant field techniques.
- Training or courses relating to data analysis, environmental assessments and permitting in BC.
- A valid Canadian driver’s license for the past three years, experience driving a pickup truck and the ability to meet the requirements for our third party automobile insurance policy.
Preferred / Assets
- Relevant professional certification (e.g., RBTech/BiT/RPBio, AAg/PAg, EPt/EP, etc.) or ability to obtain is an asset.
- Ability to work within diverse teams and maintain a positive attitude.
- Ability and interest to undertake extensive fieldwork, in a range of weather conditions, including potentially working in remote locations.
- Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and the willingness to potentially work additional or non-standard hours.
- Excellent communication (verbal and technical writing) skills and time management.
- Attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of adherence to standard operating procedures and data collection, management, and analysis standards.
- A focus on health, safety and quality.
- An understanding of environmental legislation, regulations, permitting processes, guidance documents and Best Management Practices in BC.
- Strong identification skills of BC marine flora and fauna.
- CAUS or occupational SCUBA (or ability to easily obtain).
- Boat driving experience (on rivers and ocean).
- SVOP, MED A3 (or equivalent), ROC-M, Marine Basic First Aid.
- Experience trailering a boat.
- Construction environmental monitoring.
- Hydroacoustic monitoring.
- Marine mammal monitoring.
- Marine fish and fish habitat assessments.
- Marine invertebrate assessments.
- Sediment and water quality sampling.
- Environmental effects monitoring and reporting.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $55,000 – $76,000
- Friendly and down-to-earth work culture
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Biweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) program
- Matching group retirement plan
- Comprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverage
- Competitive vacation and special leave
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Relocation allowance
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit your resume describing your experience through the online form or email: [email protected]. Please indicate “Marine Environmental Technician” in your subject line.
Salary range: $55k – $76k. To ensure we attract the best candidate, Hatfield will adjust the seniority of the role and level of compensation, aligned with the candidate’s suitability and experience.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment.
To apply for this job please visit www.hatfieldgroup.com.