Technical Operations (Environmental)

Nichols Environmental (Canada) Ltd. (Nichols) is a full-service geo-environmental consulting and remediation firm that provides environmental and engineering solutions to a wide range of industrial, government and public sector clients. Nichols continues to expand our operations throughout western Canada and requires qualified individuals to join our team.

Our core values of growth, respect, accountability, and flexibility guide our business in every decision we make and opportunity we pursue. We are actively seeking individuals that align with these core values to further develop our team and realize our strategic vision. Creating value for great people is what we are all about as there is significant growth potential within our company for the right individual.

Our Edmonton office is recruiting a Technical Operations professional to join our team of dedicated professional and administrative staff on a full-time, permanent basis (40 hours per week).

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or Diploma in Environmental Science (various disciplines);
• 1-3 years of experience with respect to environmental-related projects;
• Able to work independently and meet critical deadlines;
• Experience with Phase I and II ESAs, remedial excavation, groundwater monitoring, and spill response;
• Experience with detailed site assessments (DSAs), reclamation and familiarity with the Alberta Energy Regulatory (AER) directives;
• Strong working knowledge of the Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) Tier 1 and 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines, and the AEPA Risk Management Plan Guide;
• Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal;
• Able to write technical reports effectively and efficiently;
• Flexible to travel throughout British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, and to be out of town for a week at a time on an as-needed basis; and
• Willing to work in the field on an as-needed basis (throughout the year).

Responsibilities

• Complete the setup, scheduling, and execution of environmental project work including but not limited to Phase I/II ESAs, remediation, groundwater monitoring, spill response, DSAs, and reclamation;
• Provide field, logistical, and project management support for spill response assignments;
• Provide data review and interpretation and be involved in technical reporting both as an author and reviewer;
• Communicate effectively with fellow workers and the senior project management team;
• Liaise with third-party contractors including but not limited to laboratory service providers and regulatory agencies; and
• Provide front-line continued client service and promote business development.
• Safety training such as First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, TDG, Ground Disturbance and H2S Alive would also be an asset.

At Nichols Environmental (Canada) Ltd, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, as we believe a diverse team strengthens our ability to innovate and succeed. We recognize that the talent we attract may have unique requests that enable individual success in the interview process. Please let us know how we can support you and we look forward to seeing your application. We encourage all candidates to browse our website at

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