Senior Consultant, Environmental Monitor – Fixed-Term
ERM
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Smithers • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$37 - CA$48 per hour
Job Level
About the role
- Safeguard aquatic species and sensitive habitats across diverse Canadian environments.
- Support multimillion‑dollar mining and energy projects with real‑time environmental expertise.
- Provide accurate, field‑based insights that shape project decisions and regulatory compliance.
- Help advance ERM’s global strategy by delivering high‑quality environmental monitoring work.
- Build meaningful relationships with construction teams, environmental specialists, regulators, and Indigenous partners.
- Conduct regular on‑site environmental monitoring during all phases of construction to ensure compliance with environmental permits, regulations, and mitigation plans.
- Document site conditions, contractor compliance, and environmental concerns through detailed field notes, photographs, and daily reports.
- Communicate issues promptly and support development of corrective actions.
- Lead fish salvage operations in accordance with provincial and federal requirements.
- Apply appropriate fish capture techniques (minnow trapping, electrofishing, seining) to safely relocate aquatic species.
- Maintain accurate records of fish handling, species identification, relocations, and environmental conditions.
- Assess, install, and maintain erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures such as silt fences, turbidity curtains, diversion channels, and sediment traps.
- Monitor water quality (e.g., turbidity, pH) to ensure compliance with regulatory thresholds.
- Prepare daily or weekly monitoring reports with data, observations, and recommended actions.
- Liaise with contractors, engineers, environmental specialists, and regulatory agencies as necessary.
- Participate in environmental toolbox meetings and provide guidance on best management practices.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in environmental science, biology, natural resources, or a related discipline.
- Registered Professional Biologist (or equivalent).
- 3+ years of experience in environmental monitoring on construction projects.
- Electrofishing certification and experience completing fish salvage operations.
- Intermediate First Aid and Transportation Endorsement.
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established Health & Safety procedures.
- Experience working around heavy machinery and active construction zones.
- Knowledge of Federal, Provincial, and Territorial environmental regulations and guidelines relevant to construction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, problem‑solving abilities, and collaboration skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel to remote locations, stay in work camps, follow site safety/orientation requirements, and complete drug and alcohol testing.
- Driver's License Required.
Benefits
- paid time off
- parental leave
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- AD&D insurance
- 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP