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Environmental Scientist

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Job Title:

Environmental Scientist

Company, Department:

Nova Scotia Power, Power Gen. Env. & Mi'kmaq Rel.

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment:

Temporary, Full-Time

Closing Date:

April 3, 2024

Reference Number:

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Environment Services team in a temporary position ending on June 6, 2025. Reporting to the Manager – Environmental (Hydro & Wind), you will be accountable for the provision of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and environmental science expertise with a focus on Power Generation (Hydro) across Nova Scotia Power, including but not limited to supporting Hydro and Wind Operations teams in maintaining environmental compliance and executing operational environmental studies and projects.

Key elements of this role include:

As an Environmental Scientist:

Responsibilities, as they pertain to environmental support for hydro operations and capital projects include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting environmental studies and regulatory approvals, including liaising with consultants and regulators and collaborating with internal NSPI groups and Environmental Services staff
• Supporting engagement and consultation with the Mi'kmaq of NS
• Providing environmental expertise, guidance and support to NSPI, including participating in regular meetings and updates, reviewing engineering designs and consultant reports, understanding current environmental guidelines and regulatory considerations, and advising on potential environmental impacts and mitigation.
• Supporting project activities, including the development and implementation of plans to mitigate, minimize and monitor environmental effects, providing field expertise, site supervision and auditing of contractor services, regulatory engagement and reporting.
• Supporting environmental monitoring, studies, and compliance programs
• Preparing and presenting environmental information for employee and/or contractor orientations and training
• Data collection, analysis and preparation of reports for regulatory departments/agencies in support of regulatory approvals, compliance monitoring and environmental monitoring.
• Organize, track and communicate environmental regulatory requirements, timelines and associated budgets.

These skills will make you successful:

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• You will have completed an Environmental Technologist, Bachelor of Science degree (preferably in Biology/Ecology) or a Bachelor of Engineering degree.
• You will have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in some of the following areas is preferred: capital project construction, environmental monitoring (fieldwork), Indigenous Engagement, Environmental legislation at Provincial and Federal levels and report/data analysis and interpretation.
• Experience in some of the following areas is considered an asset: wetland identification, watercourse alteration, fish and fish habitat, species at risk, use of mapping tools (e.g. GPS/GIS), construction monitoring, ISO 14001 environmental management systems and database management.
• You possess a high level of professionalism, a strong work ethic, and demonstrated communication, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks and make independent decisions in a timely manner.
• The successful candidate will have the ability to report clearly on outcomes to all members of NSPI/Emera. You hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The successful individual in this role will think strategically and exercise sound judgement, drive operational excellence for customers, cultivate innovation and embrace change but most importantly builds strong, collaborative relationships.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by April 3rd, 2024, and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.

Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness center, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.

Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.

Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching; volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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