Title: Junior Environmental Professional, Planning & Reclamation/Remediation
Location: Grande Prairie, AB (travel to sites across Western Canada)
H3M Environmental Ltd. provides environmental, archaeology, and regulatory expertise across Western Canada, supporting clients in upstream and midstream oil and gas, municipal infrastructure, Indigenous communities, utilities, forestry, and commercial/industrial sector projects. As a full-scale service provider, H3M knows how to deliver pre-construction assessment, planning and permitting, construction, post-construction restoration, reclamation, and remediation services across multiple sectors.
Position Overview:
H3M Environmental Ltd. is seeking a motivated Junior Environmental Professional to join our growing team in Grande Prairie, AB. This role is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on field-based work. The successful candidate will assist with various environmental site assessments while learning how to apply environmental regulations and guidelines under the mentorship of senior professionals.
Role and Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to:
Field Work
- Assist in conducting environmental site assessments, including Pre-Construction Site Assessments PSCA), Soil & Vegetation Assessments, Stream & Wetland Assessments, Avian & Wildlife Surveys, Schedule A & Schedule B, Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs,) and Preliminary Site Investigations (PSIs)
- Perform environmental monitoring and inspection.
- Conduct environmental suitability scouting to support pipeline and access routing, and wellsite/facility siting.
Project Support
- Assist senior team members in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Help prepare field reports and scientific documentation.
- Support the preparation and filing of environmental permit applications.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders as directed by senior staff.
- Maintain accurate records of field activities and observations.
Regulatory and Technical Support
- Maintain an understanding of BC and Alberta’s environmental regulations.
- Understanding of the oil and gas market, as well as a working understanding of the regulatory framework.
- Support the development of technical reports, including data interpretation and site assessments.
- Work under the guidance of senior professionals to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.
Qualifications:
- University degree or diploma in environmental science, biology, agrology, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of experience in environmental consulting or fieldwork (internships or volunteer experience welcome).
- Strong interest in field-based work and hands-on environmental assessments.
- Ability to work in remote and challenging field conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to document and report on field observations.
- Basic understanding of environmental regulations in BC and Alberta is an asset, but not required.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a willingness to learn from senior team members.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and independently when required.
Core Competencies
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex environmental challenges and provide practical solutions.
- Communication: Effective at communicating technical information to clients, stakeholders, and team members.
- Teamwork: Collaborative approach to working with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
- Safety: Strong commitment to health and safety protocols and a safe working environment.
Operational Competencies
- Fieldwork: Willingness and ability to work in various outdoor environments, often in remote or rugged conditions.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately record and report environmental data.
- Time Management: Ability to assist in the completion of tasks on time while maintaining quality standards.
Physical Requirements:
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of field equipment.
- Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and repetitive manual tasks (e.g., handling sample jars, equipment setup).
- Walk long distances over uneven terrain while carrying gear.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind and rain.
- Drive long distances and travel frequently to remote sites.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights (as required by project).
- Wear required PPE, including respirators, for extended periods and as required.
- Perform physically demanding work for extended hours.
What H3M Offers:
- Competitive salary
- Employer-paid Comprehensive Extended Health & Dental benefits
- Health & Wellness Spending Accounts
- Start with 3 weeks’ vacation per year
- Paid sick days
- Flex and Loyalty Days
- Free onsite parking
- Frequent team-building events
- Fun office culture and upbeat environment
- Education and Professional Development incentives
- Professional Dues Reimbursement
- PPE Allowance
- Corporate discounts for work apparel and gym memberships
Why H3M Environmental?
At H3M, we take pride in our close-knit team of exceptional professionals and diverse personalities. By joining us today, you become part of a legacy that celebrates individuality while fostering collective success, ensuring that every teammate is valued and heard.
At H3M, we believe in the power of camaraderie. Whether it's in-office celebrations, team-building activities, or community outreach, we ensure that our team not only works diligently but also enjoys the journey together because we understand that our people are our greatest asset.
Anchored by our core values of Reliability, Authenticity, Accountability, Adaptability, and Teamwork, our culture guides us through challenges and triumphs alike.
And when it comes to your growth, we are committed to more than just delegation; we are dedicated to elevation. At H3M, we celebrate your achievements, both personal and professional, because your success is our success.
If you share the same passions and would like to be a part of our dynamic team. Please apply to our job board: H3M Jobs.
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