Project Environmental Scientist - Whitehorse, YT, Canada - Ausenco

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Job Description - Intermediate Environmental Scientist - Yukon (AUS
Intermediate Environmental Scientist - Yukon - ( AUS
We redefine what's possible in some of the world's most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do.

From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing, we are currently recruiting for an Intermediate Scientist to join our Assessment, Social, and Ecology line in the Yukon office.

Designing and leading biological surveys, conducting habitat assessments, environmental compliance monitoring, and environmental permitting.

• Data collection, management, interpretation, and technical reporting.
• Contributing to the compilation and writing of regulatory submissions.
• Contributing to the development of environmental assessment reports and supporting project teams during all stages of a project life cycle, including planning and feasibility studies, EIA, and post-EIA permitting and compliance.
• Managing and tracking communication processes between proponents, environmental teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Liaising with regulatory agencies and Indigenous peoples.
• Adhering to health and safety plans and quality processes on all work, projects, and reports.

A university degree in biology, ecology, environmental science or a related field.

• 5 to 7 years industry experience within environmental consulting.
• Knowledge of provincial, territory and federal environmental legislation gained through formal studies or practical experience.
• Experience leading and conducting biological surveys, aquatic or terrestrial habitat assessments, environmental monitoring, permitting, and reporting.
• Ability to coordinate and work effectively with environmental subcontractors.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to audiences with varying levels of scientific literacy, including clients, regulators, community members and other interested stakeholders.
• Ability to think independently and strategically, maintain a positive attitude, be self-motivated and employ a strong work initiative.
• Ability to work with junior and senior staff on various projects of differing complexity.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Career advancement – Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.
• Work life balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we'll help you find your place. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability.

Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.