Graduate Environmental Engineer Waste Management

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment and were committed to helping you do exactly that.

OurWaterloo and Toronto Ontariooffices is seeking aWaste Management Graduate Engineerready to join one of our fastest growing Canadian Operations. This position is a phenomenal opportunity to be part of an established waste management practice in Canada with a vision of changing waste to resources. We are seeking a technically strong waste management engineer-in-training to grow into an industry leader with our team.

Our New Graduates have the ability to participate in GHDs Waste Management Services Line New Graduate Program and other networking and mentorship opportunities. If you are passionate and committed to advancing circular economy initiatives within our communities this may be the role youve been searching for!

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you.

With commitment theres no idea too big no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programmes to accelerate your growth.

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

Lets solve the big problems together.

Are you passionate about the future of a diverse waste management industry in Ontario and beyond

GHD is currently seeking aspiring Environmental Engineer in Training (EIT) or environmental professional with a genuine interest in waste management.

Working with an energetic and high performing team this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools methods and formats. Involves working independently. Contribute to the development and coordination of construction contract documents field notes mark-up drawings quantity take-offs cost estimates payment certification and reporting.
• Engineering Drawings: Create engineering drawings to support the communication evaluation and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the development of and implement feasibility testing of proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design. Contribute to the development and delivery of studies conceptual and detailed designs permitting and approvals.
• Health Safety and Environment: Follow the organizations health safety and environment (HSE) policies procedures and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace; instruct the team in safe working methods; identify instances of risky behaviors within the team and take appropriate action escalating serious issues as appropriate.
• Technical Developments Recommendation: Research and suggest technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users needs.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology external regulation and industry best practices through ongoing education attending conferences and reading specialist media.
• Testing: Use product specifications to design test procedures and standards.
• Research: Support others by carrying out a range of research activities.
• Waste Management: Support waste management efforts aiding in waste reduction programs waste segregation storage transportation and disposal. Contribute to waste projects that include landfills transfer stations recycling facilities anaerobic digestion facilities composting facilities and/or waste-to-energy facilities.
• Support contract administration construction oversight site inspection/monitoring and operations support including with full-time site work for projects.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts aiding in the quick and accurate identification analysis and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments.
• Project Management: Support others by carrying out a range of project management activities.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.

What you will bring to the Team:

Education

• Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Level

Experience

• General Experience: Sound experience and understanding of straightforward procedures or systems (7 to 12 months)
• Managerial Experience: None
• Knowledge of the waste management industry including key players technologies and regulations will be an asset.
• Previous construction or field work experience will be an asset.
• Valid drivers licence with driving record in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Willingness and ability for travel within Ontario and Canada for meetings site visits and to conduct field work as required.

As a diverse and inclusive organization we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.