Archaeologist

We are looking to expand our Environmental division in Ontario by hiring a motivated Archaeologist to work along our Senior Project Archaeologist to support our growing Cultural Heritage team. Our areas of specialty include conducting preliminary stages of archaeological assessments in a high-quality and efficient manner supporting our clients through the provincial archaeological process and facilitating engagement with Indigenous communities.

Egis Environmental Service Line has been recognized over the past 30 years as providing high-level deliverables and advice to a variety of clients throughout Ontario and the rest of Canada. Our Environmental Service Line currently consists of experts in the following fields: Cultural Heritage Contaminant and Waste Hydrogeology Environmental Assessment Natural Science and Environmental Engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Request Project Information Form (PIF) Numbers conduct research on previous archaeological work and sites using Ontarios Past Portal;
• Complete archaeological fieldwork under the supervision of our Senior Project Archaeologist including Stage 1 property inspections and Stage 2 surveys (pedestrian and test pitting surveys);
• Collect manage and present field data accurately;
• Prepare Archaeological Assessment reports for internal / client / MCM review
• Complete key tasks required for archaeological reporting including but not limited to background research on a propertys geography history previous archaeological fieldwork and current land conditions;
• Ensure Egis Health and Safety procedures are always followed.

Location:   This role can be based out of one of our many office locations which include Markham Toronto Mississauga Hamilton or Cambridge  the majority of the current work is within the GTA Hamilton and Northern Ontario areas.   You must hold a valid Ontario drivers licence and have flexibility to travel and work on short-term away projects across Ontario (hotel stays) as required.

Qualifications :

• BA or BSc degree in Archaeology or Anthropology;
• 3 years of field experience working in archaeology or related field;
• Applied Research license in good standing with the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM) to conduct archaeological fieldwork in Ontario;
• Familiarity with Indigenous and Euro-Canadian artifacts & archaeological resources
• Working knowledge of the MCMs 2011 Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists;
• Well-developed writing skills and experience completing all or portions of archaeological assessment reports;
• Experience using a variety of computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office Excel);  
• Excellent communication skills and an effective team member;
• Hold a valid Ontario drivers licence;
• Flexibility to travel and work on short-term away projects across Ontario (hotel stays) as required.

Assets:

• Experience in GIS and digital field collection tools (ArcGIS Field Maps etc.);
• Experience using a GPS / GNSS receiver and software;
• Experience working with / engaging Indigenous communities;
• Familiarity using Ontarios Past Portal (PastPort).

Additional Information :

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors including relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location performance and business or organizational needs. 

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity growth and collaboration we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time