Monitoring Technician - Waterloo, Canada - GHD

GHD

Verified Company

Waterloo, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Who are we looking for?
We're looking for a Monitoring Technician to join our Waterloo office.

To be successful, you must have a minimum 5 to 10 years of Environmental monitoring, sampling programs for consulting experience.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world, we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

Collection of groundwater and surface water samples for long-term landfill and contaminated site environmental monitoring programs
Working with and providing support to other members of the team by assisting with other field and office activities, as required
Completing clear, neat, and accurate field notes
Oversight of drilling investigations involving geotechnical and environmental components including coordination and review of utility locates and utility drawings
Preparation of data tables, stratigraphic logs, scopes of work, and health and safety plans
Adherence to GHD and client's safety requirement
Liaise with client representatives, site contacts, and private residents, as required
Travel requirements will generally be within Southern Ontario; however, works may include locations in Northern and Eastern Ontario and locations throughout North America with an estimated 95% of time outside the office in the field

What you will bring to the team:

College Diploma in an Earth Science, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Technology/Technician program or other relevant discipline
Working knowledge of hydrogeology field testing and sampling techniques
5to10years of experience in groundwater and surface water monitoring and sampling programs for consulting
(mandatory):
Valid First Aid/AED Training certification
(Considered an asset):
Competence in operation of 4wheel offroad vehicles and use of a trailer to transport offroad vehicles to site locations

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Must own a reliable vehicle and hold a valid driver's license (mandatory):

Adaptable and analytical
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment
Selfmotivated and able to manage multiple tasks
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Team player who cooperates with other staff
Ability to meet challenging deadlines; and
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with clear, well written notes

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

ABOUT US

Why GHD?
Being the best we can be is in our culture.
We are a family of smart, innovative and creative problem solvers. In our employee-owned company, everything feels like it matters more.

Challenge us and help us come up with new solutions to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.

Our commitment to you

Commitment is a powerful word that defines how we do business, how we serve our clients and how we care for one another.

We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognise achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas, removing barriers where we can. Finally, we will encourage you to collaborate with thousands of diverse people across our global business.

Who we are
We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people.

We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.

Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

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