Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response

Job Description

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.

Come join the GHD Fast Incident Response Services Team (GHD FIRST), Canada’s largest spill consultant emergency-based spill preparedness and response business in Canada. GHD FIRST services pipeline, oil & gas, rail, chemicals, manufacturing, insurance, and transportation industries across North America with our 24/7 response program. We are looking for dedicated individuals, with the strong problem solving skills who are interested in joining other high performing individuals to join our team!

Due to the nature of work, the GHD FIRST program invests heavily into specialized training and provides many opportunities to support projects across North America. Our staff are recognized as leaders in the firm and we pride ourselves in supporting all our team members with their career aspirations through additional training and opportunities to support other facets that interest you in our program. GHD FIRST in Western Canada has continually grown and diversifying our portfolio of projects and we are looking to continue our trajectory in the market while maintaining our reputation of being the number one consultant in the Emergency Preparedness and Response World. The GHD FIRST team provides an exciting opportunity to learn on the fly with support from some of the top specialists in their respective fields. Our team keeps each other accountable in a supportive environment and we participate in many team building activities when possible. If you are looking to expedite your career growth with unique challenges with an opportunity to develop your business acumen, please apply to this opportunity.

As a New Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response, you will play a meaningful role within our Environmental Group. This position gives candidate the unique experience of working in a matrix business performing work with skilled professionals across North America in a collaborative environment with opportunities for specialization and advancement. This role is based out of our Vancouver, BC office.

Emergency Spill Response:

• Required to be available 24/7 to assist with emergency spill response work for clients in various provinces across western Canada
• Spills may include train derailments, pipeline releases, trucking accidents, chemical spills, etc.
• Emergency Preparedness and Planning, and Incident Management (ICS)
• Assist in preparing emergency response plans, participation in emergency exercises, and provision of training to clients, etc.
• Work with various business groups within the region in order to accomplish urgent client deliverables and tasks
• Experience in environmental investigation and remediation
  
  

Field Work:

• Participate in emergency spill response projects
• Responsible for 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 regulatory submissions on behalf of clients
• Create progress updates and draft reports to be reviewed by supervisor or project manager
• Build charts, tables and figures for review by project manager
• Assist in the preparation of project related memorandums and reports
• Assist other team members and project managers with proposal writing
• Researching regulatory information using various resources
  
  

Desired Mindset:

• Individuals who want to part of a something unique, a team member who can feel supported in all aspects of their career growth
• Volunteer for opportunities to participate and learn as much as possible predominantly through project based learning
• Open to opportunities
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Geological, Chemical or equivalent). Minor in business administration would be an asset
• 0 - 2 years of work experience related to the role, co-op experience would be considered a benefit
• Flexible work schedule, ability to work weekends, holidays and nights 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 along with 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 will be roughly 80% field and 20% office, with the option to occasionally work from home.
  
  

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing 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.

Salary Range: $64-76k, based on experience.

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.