Job Description

:Environmental Scientist/Engineer

REPORTS TO:Senior Manager, Earth and Environment

DEPARTMENT:Rail Infrastructure

LOCATION:Englehart

REFERENCE:200-30-24

WHO WE ARE:

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services including rail freight and passenger, coach bus, parcel and rail remanufacturing/repair. We employ over 900 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:

The Environmental Scientist/Engineer will be responsible for providing leadership, project management and environmental technical expertise organization-wide in supporting overall operations and project delivery at Ontario Northland. This position will help deliver on a corporate mandate for strong environmental oversight and performance.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading and providing technical guidance to a broad range of environmental assessment/management work tasks within a dynamic team setting
• Assisting ONTC departments in completing environmental reviews to meet regulatory obligations
• Assisting with identifying and managing a wide range of project environmental constraints (e.g., fisheries/aquatics, terrestrial ecology, species at risk, geotechnical, hydrology, soils/groundwater, cultural heritage, air/noise, water treatment/discharge, designated substances, waste management systems, fuel tanks, etc.)
• Evaluating and securing/maintaining necessary environmental permits/approvals for projects
• Planning and carrying out technical environmental field work and studies for sample collection, data analysis and reporting
• Identifying potential environmental impacts and developing sound mitigation and monitoring measures
• Providing assistance with legal/contractual matters, as needed
• Managing legacy/contaminated sites, including the coordination of Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for due-diligence/remedial purposes in satisfying regulatory requirements
• Participating in internal/external planning meetings; assisting with critical stakeholder consultation (e.g., employees, public, agency, First Nations, industry peers, etc.)
• Coordinating contractors and consulting/engineering vendors, as needed
• Completing environmental site inspections, audits and inventories of ONTC operations, sites and facilities
• Utilizing and maintaining a wide range of technical field equipment, sampling gear and specialized scientific instruments
• Preparing summary briefings, technical reports/memos, presentations
• Researching and developing environmental best practice guidelines and management plans
• Providing assistance to other environmental disciplines (e.g., GIS mapping, sustainability initiatives)
• Reviewing potential grant programs and preparing proposal applications
• Responding to emergency situations/incidents (e.g., potential spills, derailments, washouts, etc.)
• Managing and mentoring junior staff, as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree in Environmental Sciences or Engineering, Ecology, Earth Sciences, Physical Geography, Environmental Management/Assessment (or comparable) with 3-5 years\xe2\x80\x99 related experience preferred (Masters/advance degree considered an additional asset); or similar College diploma with approximately 8 to 10 years\xe2\x80\x99 related experience.
• At least 3-5 years\xe2\x80\x99 work experience within the Environmental Assessment and Management field, with professional Consulting/Engineering experience preferred/considered a strong asset
• Good industry project experience preferred, particularly in transportation, infrastructure, construction and site remediation (also energy, mining, forestry, etc.)
• Professional accreditation (or eligibility to attain) such as Professional Geoscientist or Engineer (P.Geo./P.Eng), Environmental Professional (EP) considered an asset.
• Project management skills including experience in the major phases of project planning
• Excellent working knowledge of Federal and Provincial environmental laws and regulations
• Strong experience completing Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), coordinating risk assessments and remedial planning
• Experience working on sustainability-related projects/initiatives considered an asset
• Working knowledge and experience with ArcGIS mapping software considered an asset
• Training, knowledge and/or certification in multiple technical, environmental fields considered an asset, including geosciences, hydrology, terrestrial/aquatic ecology, fish and wildlife, construction best practices, etc.
• Experience working safely and effectively in northern/remote settings, on construction sites and around large machinery, and through sometimes difficult field conditions (e.g., inclement weather, insects, difficult terrain, around water, etc.)
• Experience using a wide range of field gear and scientific sampling equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both as a team member and individually with little supervision
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Must possess a valid G driver\xe2\x80\x99s license
• Committed to Company Health and Safety

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: April 30, 2023 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

Ontario Northland is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources.

Pour des renseignements en fran\xc3\xa7ais composez le 1.800.363.7512 poste 494.

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