We are looking for Biologists with at least 5 years' experience to support on biological assessment, monitoring, reporting and field-based surveys across a wide variety of energy and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate must have strong work experience in the freshwater biological sciences, with a specialty in aquatic biology. You will be working as part of the national Biology technical group, alongside other Provincial and National expertise.
Your day-to-day work will include planning and carrying out field surveys, habitat assessment and/or construction environmental monitoring, including identifying environmental risks, preparation of monitoring reports and data reporting against accepted standards.
Our work includes delivering keystone projects throughout their lifecycle: from early assessment of baseline conditions and constraints to strategic development of regulatory approvals processes, to compliance management through construction and operations, as well as developing habitat mitigation and offsetting.
Working as part of an integrated, multi-discipline biological team on all phases of project capture and execution.
Provide key knowledge and experience with the Federal Fisheries Act and other relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation in Ontario, as well as Ontario's fish species, aquatic habitats and survey protocols.
Planning and carrying out field surveys, habitat assessment and / or construction environmental monitoring, including identifying environmental risks and recommending appropriate mitigation or avoidance measures.
Collect and manage field data for analysis and write standalone technical reports or relevant sections of integrated reports with capacity for technical review where necessary.
Liaise with regulators or clients on a subject specific basis on project activities or impacts to fisheries and aquatic ecosystems
B.Sc., or M.Sc. degree in fish or aquatic-related studies with relevant experience conducting and managing aquatic studies (such as fish and fish habitat assessments, water quality monitoring, fish sampling, etc.).
Hold or be eligible for MTO RAQS registration as a Fisheries Assessment Specialist in Ontario.
A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fish/Aquatic Biologist in the natural resources sector in Ontario preferably in a consulting environment.
Previous experience leading aquatics field work and managing aquatic crews in remote settings.
Detail-oriented, meticulous with field notes and methodologies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to write reports.
Must have a driver's license for any work travel.
Willingness to work in remote locations for extended periods of time and requiring overtime, weekends and variable hours.
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
Be rewarded.
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as "AtkinsRéalis") are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data.
By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Expected compensation for this role is between $73,400 - $100,900 annually . Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
