Aquatics/Fisheries Biologist - Calgary
Aquatics/Fisheries Biologist - Calgary
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Job Description
Partner Staffing is the "go to recruiter" for difficult important and time sensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.
Partner Staffing on behalf of our Client we are seeking a skilled and motivated Aquatic/Fisheries Biologist with 4 to 7 years of professional experience to support a variety of freshwater projects. Our client is a large engineering firm with offices across Western role involves fieldwork data analysis regulatory permitting and report writing in support of water resource infrastructure and environmental impact projects.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and lead aquatic and fisheries assessments including fish habitat surveys population sampling and water quality monitoring.
- Conduct fieldwork including backpack electrofishing minnow trapping stream habitat assessments and instream works monitoring.
- Support environmental permitting under provincial (Water Act Public Lands Act) and federal (DFO Fisheries Act SARA) legislan.
- Analyze and interpret aquatic data prepare technical reports and contribute to impact assessments and mitigation plans.
- Liaise with clients regulators Indigenous communities and other stakeholders.
- Mentor junior staff and support project management activities as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Biology Ecology Environmental Science or a related field.
- 4 7 years of relevant experience in aquatic biology fisheries science or environmental consulting.
- Knowledge of fish species and aquatic ecosystems in Alberta and Western Canada.
- Demonstrated experience with federal and provincial environmental legislation and permitting processes.
- Proficient in field techniques (e.g. electrofishing fish identification water quality sampling).
- Excellent technical writing and data analysis skills.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Valid Class 5 drivers license and ability to travel for fieldwork (including remote locations).
- Professional designation or eligibility for designation (e.g. . . or equivalent) is strongly preferred.
Benefits
Partner Staffing is Bringing Talent to Business. With an experienced and dedicated recruitment team we open doors to opportunities that you may not otherwise know about. We are specialists in the field of providing high quality individuals to the Oil & Gas sector Engineering/Procurement/Construction and Utilities industries. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we might be able to promote your career!!
We are always interested in your referrals as well. We assist recruitment efforts in Environmental Engineering Accounting Finance Information Technology and Administration
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 . in Biology or related discipline with five years experience, and RPBio, PBiol, and/or . 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.
Employment Type
Full Time
