Environmental Assessment Biologist - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Environmental Assessment Biologist:

BL3 Biologist 3

Regular/full-time

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Environmental Services, Engineering and Technical Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 41178

Salary(s): BL3 $74, $94,477.00 per year

Closing Date:
August 31, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure's Environmental Services Branch is responsible for ensuring the department's compliance with provincial/federal environmental legislation and the integration of environmental stewardship into all projects, activities and operations.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence
Must be able to travel to work sites within the province by ground, air transportation and boat and stay overnight as required
Must be able to work occasional extended hours or periods of time as project demands
Must be able to work in rough terrain, adverse weather conditions, and wear Personal Protective Equipment when required

Qualifications:

Essential:

Degree in biological science, environmental science, resources management, environmental engineering or a similar combination of advanced education and directly related experience.
Experience conducting environmental assessments and coordinating federal/provincial regulatory approvals processes
Experience with environmental monitoring programs, construction inspection and development/implementation of mitigation measures
Experience supervising staff in a team environment
Experience with environmental survey techniques, data collection, analysis and reporting
Experience coordinating project teams
Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation and regulations as it pertains to civil and water infrastructure
Knowledge of transportation and water infrastructure including planning, design, construction and maintenance practices
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational & time management skills

Duties:

Reporting to the Manager of Environment Capital Program or Major Projects, the Environmental Assessment Biologist takes responsibility for projects requiring internal and external environmental approvals to meet federal and provincial environmental legislation and applicable best management practices.

This position provides support to either the Manager of MTI's Environment Capital Program or Major Projects in supervising staff, coordinating environmental assessments, development of mitigation measures, conducting field investigations, review of scientific and other technical reports, as well as obtaining regulatory approvals for various infrastructure projects.

The Environmental Assessment Biologist may also participate in large, multi-disciplinary projects and contribute to other non-environmental technical work.

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