Biologist
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05-07-2024
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Job Description
Partner Staffing is the "goto recruiter" for difficult important and timesensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.
Partner Staffing is currently working with our client to find a Biologist for their Team based out of their Calgary Alberta office.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct fish habitat assessments
- Determine habitat suitability and provide mitigate measures for use during construction
- Classify watercourses under the Water Act COPs and Public Lands Act
- Prepare federal and provincial regulatory notifications and approval applications
- Conduct fish salvage / rescue and water quality monitoring
- Manage project budgets timelines and deliverables
- Implement corporate and client safety programs
- Ensure that project requirements are met in a timely and effective manner
- Provide assistance to senior staff and train junior staff as required
Requirements
- Must possess a postsecondary degree in biological sciences a technical diploma in biological sciences or educational equivalencies
- Must have or be eligible for a designation of professional biologist and QAES
- Possess 58 years of related experience
- Advanced working knowledge of provincial and federal water wildlife and fisheries acts
- Must have knowledge of aquatic environments experience in fisheries and aquatic environment assessment methods and experience determining mitigation measures required to maintain aquatic habitats
- Willingness to travel and be in the field for extended periods
- Excellent communication writing and problemsolving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database entry
- Valid driver s license
- Good physical health and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
- Willingness to work within a team environment
- Highly organized and can prioritize multiple tasks
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in construction monitoring inspection and/or wetland assessments. Experience with electro fishing and conducting hydrological assessments including flow rate measurements and scour assessments would be considered an asset.
Benefits
- Compensation will be based on the candidate s experience.
- Our client supports a shared commitment to a Representative Workforce that is respectful and reflective of all staff and clients.
- Our client builds diversity among our staff to increase our ability to provide highquality service to our diverse client base.
Partner Staffing is the "goto recruiter" for difficult important and timesensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.
Partner Staffing is looking for a Technical Recruiter for our Team based out of our Calgary Alberta office. Partner is a teambased environment that builds on the abilities of the individual to support the group. Partner specializes in several areas of focus.
About the Opportunity Our Client is currently seeking a Senior Biologist to join the team. Preference is for candidates to be based out of Fort St James, Fort St John, and Prince George, BC. However, we will consider candidates that reside outside of these areas. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading and joining field teams in various disciplines (wildlife, birds, fish, aquatic habitat, water quality, vegetation, soils, wetlands, environmental monitoring, sediment, and erosion control) Contributing to environmental impact assessments, mitigation plans, and proposals. Assisting in preparing and obtaining regulatory approvals for a wide variety of projects such as transportation, renewable energy, mining, oil, and gas, etc. Senior level responsibilities could include Field Coordination and Project Management Technical leadership and mentorship within a team environment Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within corporate culture More About You To qualify, you will need a minimum of a B.Sc. in Biology or related discipline with five years experience, and RPBio, PBiol, and/or P.Ag. designation or eligibility. Courses or certifications in the following areas would be considered assets: Electrofishing Certification (approved by WorkSafe BC) Fish identification Bird survey methodology and bird identification Amphibian salvage methodology and amphibian identification Erosion and Sediment Control Plant identification Candidates with the following skills and experience will be considered: Sound knowledge of field techniques and regulatory standards necessary for conducting a variety of field activities (i.e., wildlife assessments, bird surveys, water quality, fisheries inventories/ salvage, environmental monitoring/inspection) Knowledge of the provincial and federal environmental assessment regulatory environment Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management skills and physically fit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent writing and communication skills, desire to grow business, and work closely (both in a field lead and support role) with other environmental professionals, environmental discipline leads, and First Nations Proficiency in the operation of field equipment is an asset Due to the nature of the role, you must have a valid Driver's License. Lastly, you will be joining with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that they do.
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