Montrose Environmental Group

Environmental Scientist or Technologist

OUR PURPOSE

To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.

At Matrix Solutions we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

WHO WE ARE

One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients. Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group, with a network of teammates across 90+ locations around the world.

WHAT WE DO

We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

Are you looking to…

• Work in a fast-paced environment as a key member of the team, providing valuable project support.
• Look after a diverse range of responsibilities, assisting our field staff in meeting client and business needs.
• Have autonomy and the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from other Matrix regions.
• Join a well-respected environmental consulting company. 

As an Environmental Scientist or Technologist, you will join Fort St John, BC as part of our Assessment, Remediation, Reclamation and Monitoring (ARRM) team. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of projects with responsibilities as follows:

• Perform simple to complex contaminated site investigations, including drilling assessments, groundwater monitoring, remediation activities, and reclamation activities involving:
• k-tests, elevation surveys, and sampling using a variety of methods (e.g., peristaltic pumps, hydrasleeves, bailers, etc.)
• supervising a variety of drilling types in soil and bedrock (e.g., solid stem, hollow stem, and air rotary) and installing GW monitoring wells
• supervising remedial excavations and trucking, confirmatory sampling, and operating remediation systems
• supervising reclamation equipment and performing reclamation assessments on agricultural and crown land (e.g., Schedule B assessments)
• Supervise and coordinate field contractors and equipment for a variety of projects
• Prepare for ground disturbance including submitting BC 1 Calls, reviewing ground disturbance packages, and supervising line locators and hydrovacs
• Collaborate with project managers and technical advisors and communicate project progress, execution, and scope changes
• Support and mentor junior professionals and provide on-the-job training in the field and office
• Learn, understand, and apply BC regulations related to assessment, remediation, and reclamation of oil and gas sites and ensure regulatory requirements are met as part of project execution
• This role will require approximately 85% of time to be in the field

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of previous experience with assessment, remediation, and reclamation projects
• A degree or technical diploma in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, or engineering
• Exhibit a strong safety mindset
• Self-motivated and possess strong communication skills
• Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior professionals
• Experience as a ground disturbance supervisor
• Familiarity with spill response would be considered an asset
• Eligibility for registration in or maintaining a good standing in a professional organization would be considered an asset
• A valid and clean driver’s license with no restrictions

Why Choose Matrix

At Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our purpose and values and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

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Are you the one we're looking for? Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.

Matrix is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Matrix provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.

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