Arborist (ISA Certified)

What is the role

The Arborist is responsible for conducting tree inventories health and risk assessments and providing arboricultural expertise for infrastructure and development projects. The role involves evaluating the impacts of proposed developments on trees preparing technical reports and tree preservation plans supporting regulatory compliance and advising on tree protection measures during construction. The Arborist also contributes to ecological field surveys collaborates with multidisciplinary teams municipalities regulators and Indigenous partners and supports environmental management initiatives across Ontario.

Why join LEA

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a 72year history. We provide multidisciplinary engineering services across Transportation Civil Structures Construction Administration Electrical and Infrastructure Systems and Environmental Management.

At LEAs Construction & Environmental Division we specialize in construction supervision for Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) projects in the Northern and Western regions of Ontario. Our Environmental sector focuses on Environmental Management during design and construction environmental planning ecology/biology and compliance oversight monitoring.

At LEA we are committed to producing high-quality client-focused engineering solutions while supporting the professional growth and self-realization of our people. As an employee-owned company every team member contributes directly to LEAs continued success and growth.

Were confident that by joining LEA you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Has been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer and Canadas Top Employer for Young People for 2025 & 2026 highlighting our commitment to fostering an outstanding workplace culture and supporting the next generation of professionals.
• Recruits high-performing motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total rewards package of salary substantial bonuses benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultivates team companionship and collaboration offering a variety of social events aimed at fostering relationships across the company including sports leagues game nights special events and volunteer/charitable opportunities.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving ourEnvironmental Social & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship training and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned companywith continuousgrowth and expansion taking part in meaningful projects.

In this role your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Conduct detailed tree inventories assessments and arboriculture surveys including condition and risk assessments and diagnose tree health issues using industry best practices.
• Provide consulting support for construction and development projects including tree protection measures impact assessment and compliance with applicable legislation regulatory and municipal by-laws.
• Support risk management decisions related to public safety infrastructure and land-use activities.
• Assess impacts to trees from proposed developments and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare clear wellstructured arborist reports and technical supporting documentation.
• Develop Tree Preservation and Restoration Plans (or equivalent) in collaboration with the Geomatics Team.
• Represent LEA in meetings with clients municipalities and project stakeholders and collaborate with internal and external project teams regulators and Indigenous partners.
• Provide guidance on the implementation of tree protection measures in the field.
• Support terrestrial ecology field survey programs including vegetation community characterization wildlife habitat assessments and Species at Risk (SAR) screening.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and report any unsafe conditions incidents or hazards to the supervisor.
• Other duties and responsibilities within the scope of the Environmental Sector.

The qualifications you need:

• Certified Arborist designation with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related discipline (e.g. Ecology Biology Forestry Fish and Wildlife Technology Geography Landscape Architecture).
• Demonstrated 3-5 years of experience in consulting arboriculture including tree inventory assessment reporting and impact analysis.
• Working knowledge of Ontario regulatory frameworks including the Species Conservation Act 2005 (SCA) Migratory Birds Convention Act 1994 (MBCA) and applicable municipal tree by-laws.
• Experience supporting regulatory permit applications and approvals as it relates to tree protection.
• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) is considered a strong asset.
• Butternut Health Assessor Certification is considered a strong asset.
• Experience conducting other vegetation and/or botanical inventory protocols is considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency with data collection GPS tools and GIS platforms (e.g. Field Maps Collector Survey123) and experience supporting mapping and geospatial data management.
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and terrain including construction and active work sites.
• Experience with invasive species identification and management is considered a strong asset.
• Valid drivers license.

Total Rewards at LEA

At LEA we offer a total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being health and work-life balance along with unique opportunities for shareholding and long-term share value growth.

• Annual Salary Range: $60000 $75000
• Discretionary Profit Sharing: LEA offers opportunities to receive a bonus payment from the profit-sharing program.
• Shareholding: Unique opportunity to become a shareholder in the firm have a voice in governance and benefit from long-term share value growth.
• Group Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage including prescription drugs dental vision STD LTD life insurance critical illness wellness account travel coverage and virtual health services.
• Retirement & Savings Plans: RRSP with employer matching and TFSA options for tax-free growth.
• Personal Days: 7 days of flexible paid time off that can be used as needed including for personal matters or vacation.
• Hybrid & Flexible Work Model: LEA operates in a hybrid environment with flex hours to ensure flexibility safety and well-being. Periodic attendance at our Markham/Toronto office is expected for in-person learning and collaboration.
• Social Club: LEA has a unique employee-co-funded social club with an annual budget of approximately $50000 to host social events and activities that bring employees together. Many events welcome guests with the social club covering part or all of the guest costs.

Type of Position:

Full-Time Permanent

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility safety and the well-being of everyone.

LEAs Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:

LEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer with Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. As part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities we encourage applications from underrepresented groups including Indigenous peoples LGBTQ2S individuals newcomers neurodiverse individuals persons with disabilities racial and ethnic minorities refugees veterans and women.

We evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences without regard to factors such as age colour conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted disability family status gender identity or expression genetic characteristics marital/family status national origin protected veteran status race religion sex sexual orientation or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Accessibility:

LEA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment or interview process please contact . We remain committed to ensuring that accommodations are available and supported throughout employment.

AI Disclosure:

We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen assess or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process for this position.

Vacancy Status:

This position is an existing vacancy.

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