Intermediate Environmental Scientist

VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 60 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

Overview

Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full time Intermediate Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Team in Grande Prairie, Alberta or Fort St. John, British Columbia. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing upstream oil and gas projects in accordance with Vertex guidelines and project scopes. This role will have focus on reclamation and vegetation monitoring projects. This individual will play a critical role in the execution of all aspects of the project while delivering a cost-effective approach that exceeds our client’s expectations.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or higher education related to environmental sciences, biology or other related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 7 years of environmental work experience with experience in:
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 ESAs
• Remediation
• Reclamation
• Groundwater Monitoring
• Schedule Bs and Detailed Site Assessments
• Vegetation Monitoring/Reclamation Site Inspections
• Experience in executing upstream environmental assessment, remediation, and reclamation projects.
• Willingness to work in the field for extended periods of time; willingness to travel within Western Canada as required.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of contaminated sites and reclamation regulations in Alberta and British Columbia.
• Experience with developing assessment, remediation or reclamation cost estimates is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Spend up to 80% of work hours performing technical field activities on environmental projects.
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 ESAs
• Remediation
• Reclamation
• Groundwater Monitoring
• Schedule Bs and Detailed Site Assessments
• Vegetation Monitoring/Reclamation Site Inspections
• Active stewardship of Vertex and client safety programs is expected.
• Mentor and coach junior environmental staff.

LOCATION

This position will be based out of Grande Prairie, Alberta or Fort St. John, British Columbia.

Additional Information

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided.

APPLY NOW
With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill-set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply through company website: www.vertex.ca

• We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.