Environmental Scientist/Technician

Overview

Are you someone with developing leadership and technical capabilities?  Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a trusted partner and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you! As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.

Your opportunity

Dillon’s Environmental Sciences technical group is looking for a Junior Environmental Technologist or Professional to join our multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience.

At Dillon, we operate as one team.  This position is available in our Ottawa office.

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

Field Work and Project Coordination (94%)

1. Complete environmental field activities on Phase I and II environmental site assessments (ESAs) and hydrogeological assessments, soil and groundwater sampling, surface water and sediment sampling, soil vapour/indoor air sampling, designated substances/hazardous materials and remediation projects
2. Comply with applicable health and safety procedures and guidelines
3. Coordinate with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, third-party stakeholders
4. Compile and analyse data including: data tables, borehole logs, test pit logs, GIS/CAD, spreadsheet calculations, figures
5. Assist in report writing and preparation of technical memos, letters, reports and proposals

Learning and Development (6%)

1. A commitment to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development
2. Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees

Qualifications

1. A degree or technical college certificate/diploma in environmental sciences, geology, environmental engineering, hydrogeology, or another relevant environmental science or engineering discipline
2. Entry level to two years of experience in environmental consulting
3. Licensed or eligible to apply to practice as Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist in Ontario will be considered an asset, but is not required
4. Valid driver’s license for travelling to / from project sites

Experience

1. Data compilation, interpretation and report writing
2. Strong organizational skills
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary team
4. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
5. Knowledge in several of the following disciplines: field procedures, contracting/construction, geology, hydrogeology, basic chemistry, geotechnical concerns, remediation engineering, site characterization, waste management, landfill design, health and safety will be considered an asset
6. Experience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators will be considered an asset
7. Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation and policies, including Ontario Regulations 153/04 and 406/19, will be considered an asset
8. Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.

We live our core values:

• Reliability: words result in actions that build trust;
• Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
• Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
• Creativity: discover new possibilities;
• Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
• Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.

In addition, we offer:

• Employee share purchase plan
  • Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
• A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan
  • Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
• Flexible work hours and remote working options
  • Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs.  We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and remote work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
• Early Career Development (ECD) program
  • We are committed to developing the skills and knowledge of our people at every stage of their career. The ECD program is designed to accelerate the development of successful consulting careers of new graduates. The program focuses on a mix of skills and behaviours that align with technical, consulting, clients, business acumen and early leadership.
• Focus on Innovation
  • The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
• Employee and Family Assistance program
  • A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.
• Wellness Subsidy
  • Our employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes  and dance classes

About Dillon

Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.

Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 16 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon:

Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences.

Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business.

Please connect with us if you require accommodation in the interview process. We would love to hear from you!