Intermediate Wetland Biologist
We are seeking an Intermediate Wetland Biologist to join our growing team and enable the next phase of growth.
H2nanO is creating the next generation of technology to improve the safety and quality of our world’s most valuable resource, water. We are a growing environmental technology innovator, building solutions for hard-to-treat water contaminants, GHG emissions and odours, water management, and desalination to support sustainable industry. Using advanced materials, novel process designs, biological systems, and harnessing the power of natural sunlight, H2nanO aims to improve the cost and efficacy of wastewater treatment, emissions reduction, and water management in mining, energy, agriculture, and other industries.
This is your opportunity to join us and contribute to building the future of Canadian environmental technology and make your mark on the future of water treatment and clean energy!
About The Job
Location: Edmonton, Alberta (base) and expected travel to client locations.
Contract Position
H2nanO is expanding our environmental consulting operations and is seeking an intermediate biologist with an interest in wetland systems to join our dynamic team. The successful applicant will complete a wide variety of pre-planning and environmental services, including wildlife sweeps, soil surveys, and wetland assessment impact reports. This is a contract position and allows for a flexible work schedule with the potential for travel to client sites.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive wetland delineations and assessments in accordance with the Alberta Wetland Policy.
Conduct field assessments including but not limited to wetlands, watercourses, wildlife, vegetation and soils.
Identify flora and fauna including rare and endangered species.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to relay with clients and provide project status updates and recommendations.
Collaborate with project managers and senior staff in support of regulatory permitting processes.
Analyze and interpret field data and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner.
Drafting, review, and submission of proposals and professional technical reports.
Maintain instrumentation and equipment for safe and high-quality field work.
About You
You want to work for a scaling company, ready to make outsized changes in the environmental industry. You are enthusiastic about green technology and want to contribute to creating sustainable industry solutions for Canada and the world. You are someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities and enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders. You have a passion for environmental monitoring, science and stewardship, and are eager to share your thoughts and ideas.
Qualifications:
Registration or eligibility for registration as a P.Biol or P.Ag and Qualified Wetland Science Practitioner (QWSP) designation or equivalent considered an asset.
Previous experience completing one or more field assessments listed previously.
Understanding and knowledge of regulatory policies and regulations pertaining to Alberta’s Water Act, Wildlife Act, Wetland Policy and federal Fisheries Act.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional time management and co-ordination capabilities.
Ability to work independently and conduct fieldwork in remote locations, travel between project locations and physically capable and competent in various environmental conditions.
Valid First Aid, Class 5 driver's license and wildlife awareness training required.
Working at H2nanO
Join our team of purpose-driven and ambitious innovators, motivated to create a greener future through ingenuity and hard work. We are united in our work towards clean water and sustainable energy both here in Canada and abroad.
We support a flexible work environment that puts you at your best in and out of the workplace. We provide flexible work hours, competitive compensation, and a dynamic and supportive team environment to further your career.
How To Apply
Sounds like you? Submit your application in PDF format using the linked form below.
H2nanO will consider all qualified applicants and will contact selected candidates to schedule interviews on a continuous basis.
H2nanO supports a culture of diversity and accessibility and seeks the best team members, regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender identity, gender expression, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. We encourage the inclusion of preferred pronouns and identification in your application.
We aim to make the application and interview process accommodating for all qualified applicants. If any accommodations would enable or enhance your consideration, please contact join@h2nano.ca.