Emergency Response Graduate Engineer/Scientist - Waterloo

Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that. 

At GHD, we are focused on the development of our entry-level technical staff. We have ongoing opportunities for networking, training, mentoring, as well as exposure to different business areas and career paths. At GHD our interns and entry-level professionals are actively involved in a variety of projects that will develop their technical and professional skills.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.  

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you. 

With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programmes to accelerate your growth.  

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

Let's solve the big problems together. 

Come join our dynamic Emergency Preparedness and Response Team in the Ontario region to grow your career to the next level! As a New Graduate or Junior Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response, you will play a meaningful role within our Environmental Group. This position involves performing work with skilled professionals across North America in a collaborative environment with opportunities for specialization and advancement.  The role is based out of our Waterloo, ON office. 

Emergency Spill Response:

• Required to work on a team that is available 24/7 to assist with providing on-site professional services to assist with  emergency spill response for clients in Ontario and across Canada
• Spills may include train derailments, pipeline releases, trucking accidents, chemical spills, etc. 
• Assist in preparing emergency response plans, participate in emergency exercises, and provision of training to clients, etc.
• Work with various business groups within the region to accomplish urgent client deliverables and tasks
• Assist with various aspects of environmental investigation and remediation
  
  

Field Work:

• Participate in emergency spill response projects 
• Conduct contractor oversight tasks including containment/confinement of spills, drilling, monitoring well installation, soil excavation, product removal, stream rehabilitation, site restoration, etc. 
• Conduct water level monitoring, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, and soil sampling
• Drone/UAV operation and surveying
• Industrial hygiene air monitoring and sampling
  
  

Report Writing:

• Assist with preparation of proposals, work plans, reports, and regulatory submissions on behalf of clients 
• Create progress updates and draft reports to be reviewed by supervisor or project manager 
• Process, analyze, and present data for review by project manager and technical experts
• Assist in the preparation of project related memoranda and reports 
• Assist other team members and project managers with report writing 
• Research regulatory information using various resources
  
  

Desired Mindset:

• Driven to achieve and excel
• Eager to invest time and energy into exciting projects in return for accelerated career growth and development
• Seek and accept opportunities to participate and learn as much as possible predominantly through project based learning 
• Open to travel and outdoors work in remote areas
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Geological), Bachelor of Science, or alternate relevant qualifications (e.g., post-graduate studies in environmental engineering or science)
• 0 - 2 years of experience required, co-op experience would be considered a benefit 
• Flexible work schedule, ability to work weekends, holidays and nights on occasion when required 
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment would be an asset
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital to this role in order to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including subcontractors, field staff, clients, colleagues, etc. 
• Work as a team member to exceed client expectations 
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle 
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills, and time management skills to be able to meet deadlines 
• Field work will require working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 lbs, when required
• Willingness and desire to travel, with the ability to work remotely and internationally
• This junior position can be up to 80% field and 20% office, with the option to occasionally work from home. 
  
  

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.