Junior Environmental Scientist

Company Description

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of McIntosh Perry—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

Our values showcase everything we believe in:

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability.

Job Description
The Role:
Egis’ Environmental Division has been recognized over the past 30+ years as providing high-level deliverables and advice to a variety of clients, throughout Ontario and the rest of Canada. With projects ranging from Phase I/One and II/Two ESAs, remediations, and hydrogeological assessments to complex landfill studies, heli-access drilling, and mining support for emerging sectors, we have found that empowering our staff, even at the most junior levels, has allowed for significant growth in the environmental market.

Whether serving the public sector or partnering with private entities, we tailor our offerings to suit the unique demands of each endeavor, drawing upon a wealth of professional expertise and experiences. Central to our success is a steadfast commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships with regulatory bodies, including agencies such as MECP, MNRF, Ministry of Mines, DFO, and ECCC. These enduring relationships not only underscore our credibility but also facilitate seamless navigation of regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance and expediting project timelines.

Egis’ Environmental Division prides itself on having a people-first culture that emphasizes innovation, respect, fairness, and a commitment to quality. Egis Canada offers a hybrid work environment, working from home and in the field with access to our local office for in person meetings and collaboration as required. We are currently looking for a Junior Environmental Scientist to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist with the completion of geo-environmental projects, including but not limited to:

• Phase I / II ESAs;
• Remediations;
• Hydrogeological assessments;
• Excess Soils Projects (APU, SAP, SCR, ESDAR); and/or
• Waste Disposal Site Monitoring.

Complete technical fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.

Qualifications

1. Completion of a college or university degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or similar field;
2. Some experience in environmental site assessment, hydrogeological studies, and/or remediation projects considered an asset;
3. Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Projects, Access, Outlook). Experience with Gint and other standard software for reporting, drawing, data analysis and communications considered an asset;
4. Excellent initiative, a sense of pride in your work, and willingness to support your team;
5. Excellent oral and written communications skills in English. French would be considered an asset;
6. Good attention to detail, problem solving skills, ability to think creatively and research independently;
7. Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently in the field and in an office setting;
8. Familiarity with O. Reg. 153/04 (Brownfields and amendments) requirements, O. Reg. 63/16 (Ontario Water Resource Act), O. Reg. 387/04 (Water Taking and Transfer Regulation) O. Reg 347 Waste Regulation, O. Reg 903 (and amendments) and environmental regulations in Ontario;
9. Familiarity with environmental regulations across Canada is an asset;
10. Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle with valid registration and insurance;
11. Ability to travel as required.

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.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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.