Job Description

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is an established First Nation-owned environmental services firm with an impeccable track record and a highly respected reputation. At CanNorth you can expect challenging field work, interesting projects, and colleagues who have a strong foundation and proven expertise in environmental assessments and biological surveys.


CanNorth is seeking a highly motivated field botanist / Environmental Monitor to work with our talented and innovative multidisciplinary team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Responsibilities in this full-time position will include:

Conducting plant identification and inventory surveys, rare plant surveys, weed surveys, rangeland and riparian health assessments, and forest ecosite classification. Conducting field work independently, as a crew member, or as a crew lead. Environmental site evaluations, including identifying site characteristics such as habitat, dominant vegetation, presence of weedy/invasive species, topography, etc.. Classification of wetlands/riparian areas. Environmental monitoring for a variety of projects including power, pipelines, and construction projects. Assist with project planning as required (often from inception to execution of field work through to report preparation); this often requires experience conducting initial desktop environmental screenings. Technical writing (to include composing smaller screening memos to larger reports) and research skills. Assist with restoration and/or reclamation planning, including seed mix development.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, or related natural sciences; however, a technical diploma may be acceptable if the applicant has previous experience relevant experience in a consulting environment or related industry. Knowledge of government guidelines and protocols as well as provincial and federal regulations (in particular relating to species of conservation concern). Superior written and verbal communication skills, be dedicated to high quality results, and use their creative thinking to find solutions to complex problems. A team player, highly motivated and organized, able to work with a range of personalities, and have a positive attitude. This position entails a substantial amount of field work; thus, applicants must be willing/able to be away for extended periods of time. Field work will regularly require working in rugged terrain; strong outdoor skills, experience working in remote areas, and experience operating trucks with loaded trailers, ATVs, and snowmobiles is an asset. Safety certifications such as First Aid, ATV, and /or UTV are considered a bonus.

CanNorth offers competitive wages and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities and staff functions. Benefits will include medical, dental, vision, paramedical, RRSP matching, health spending, field gear allowance, and much more! Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes to Human Resources. Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply. CanNorth is proudly 100% Indigenous-owned.



Interested candidates are requested to apply via e-mail, fax, or mail to the address. i-nitawithimihcik nihithaw athisitiniwak ka-ki-kisihtacik sapo-ayamihcikiwin (Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply).

Human Resources - Canada North Environmental Services

211 Wheeler Street

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Canada S7P 0A4

Fax: 306-652-4431

Email:

hr@cannorth.com