Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Scientist
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Environment \xe2\x80\x93 Hydro & Wind
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia - Hybrid
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Closing date: September 20, 2023

Reference Number: 11742

At Nova Scotia Power, we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system\xe2\x80\x94for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It\xe2\x80\x99s why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging\xe2\x80\x94at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by September 20, 2023, and tell us what excites you about this role.

We are currently looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Environment Services team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Manage \xe2\x80\x93 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.

As an Environmental Scientist:

Responsibilities, as they pertain to environmental support for hydro operations 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\xe2\x80\x99kmaq 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.

What 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 five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in some of the following areas is preferred: Hydro and Flows, 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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.

Why join our team?

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, 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, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Nova Scotia Power: At Nova Scotia Power we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a to learn about future opportunities!

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