Junior Biologist - Natural Resources and Impact Assessment
Junior Biologist - Natural Resources and Impact Assessment
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Junior Biologist Natural Resources & Impact Assessment
At GHD we dont just believe in the power of commitment. We live it every day.
Thats why we promise to support and equip all our staff to create positive impacts. We will help you accelerate your career by giving you access to cutting-edge technologies as you tackle complex problems on projects that have a significant influence on communities.
By working alongside your colleagues clients and partners you will leave a mark that will last for generations. Discover how far your commitment could take you.
Put your curiosity and passion to work on the technical challenges we face at GHD. You will see how everyone will rally around you. When we show commitment no idea is too grand and no dream too distant. We aim to create opportunities for everyone. And to offer you top-notch training and development programs to accelerate your growth.
Come see how far your career can take you and discover the positive influence of your commitment.
Lets tackle the big issues together.
No promise is more important than taking care of our environment and we want to help you keep that promise.
Join our efforts to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.
Join our global network of engineers scientists auditors planners and environmental specialists working together to create a better world.
By working on the development and growth of the Natural Resources & Impact Assessment business group you will participate in a wide variety of projects within interdisciplinary teams located in Eastern Canada where GHD has over 400 employees deployed in 12 offices. Our team works for a wide range of clients located across Eastern Canada including the mining coastal infrastructure and renewable energy industries.
We are currently looking for a Junior Biologist to join our team in Halifax.
Main Responsibilities
- Participate in ecological characterizations and habitat compensation programs.
- Participate in wetland assessments and flora and fauna inventories.
- Participate in environmental impact assessments and permit applications.
- Participate in environmental monitoring and developing monitoring and management plans.
- Determine the ecological constraints applicable to infrastructure design projects.
- Manage ecological databases analyze data and prepare technical reports.
- Collaborate in the preparation of proposals and business development.
What you will bring to the Team:
- Bachelors degree in biology (a masters degree will be an asset). A college diploma in wildlife management or a related field combined with years of experience may be considered equivalent.
- Between 0 and 2 years of professional experience in biology.
- Good knowledge of identification keys in fauna and botany as well as Nova Scotia guidance and methods for the characterization and delineation of wetlands and watercourses.
- Experience in conducting fish and fish habitat assessments avifauna and herpetofauna inventories.
- Good knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation.
- Good technical writing skills.
- Possess a valid drivers license and vehicle.
- Availability for short-term travel.
As a diverse and inclusive organization we encourage individual achievements and recognize the strength of a diverse workplace. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request GHD will provide reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Our Promise to New Graduates/You
Join GHD
Its #ThePowerOfCommitment
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
