Environmental Consultant

Job Description:
Collect & transport samples of potential contaminants as they pertain to occupational health & safety and present reports to clients based on findings.

Job Duties:
Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering the technical components of environmental health and safety projects and provide support to Project Managers. The successful candidate must be a detail-oriented, critical thinker with strong writing skills. The successful candidate must be capable of collecting accurate field information and compiling the data into well-structured reports.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide abatement contractors air monitoring for workplace hazards; including, but not limited to lead, asbestos, silica, and other workplace contaminants
• Environmental monitoring of construction/demolition related work activities
• Recording data and observations in an accurate and well-organized manner
• Preparing technical reports detailing environmental assessments and monitoring activities
• Communicate results with clients, contractors, and project managers
• Writing technical reports and correspondence
• Collect samples of dust, gases, vapors, and other potentially toxic materials for analysis
• Collect samples of hazardous materials, or arrange for sample collection
• Maintain all industrial hygiene equipment and ensure all is calibrated, ready for use and in good condition
• Conduct air quality monitoring
• Carry out surveys for Designated Substances and other Hazardous

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Physically fit and able to conduct field work in all weather conditions
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong people skills and a desire and ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Demonstrating a “Safety-First” focus
• Be available for local travel and extended working hours when required
• Availability to work on occasional nights and weekends

Assets:

• Accreditation or eligibility for accreditation with a professional association
• Experience in environmental monitoring for construction/demolition related projects
• Familiarity with Federal and Nova Scotia environmental regulations and legislation.
• Valid health and safety training certificates: Standard First Aid, WHIMIS, Fall-arrest, Confined space entry, etc.

Required education:

• High school diploma

Job Type:

• Permanent

Required license or certification:

• Class 5 Drivers License

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Work remotely:

• No