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Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is hiring an Environmental Scientist for its Fort St. John, BC team. The role involves supporting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and land reclamation work, including groundwater monitoring, sampling, spill response, and vegetation assessments. Additional responsibilities include supervising subcontractors, coordinating projects, tracking costs, and preparing reports for review.

Your role

  • Conduct site assessments including historical data review and site inspections. Perform environmental sampling (groundwater, surface soil, water, and soil vapour).

  • Execute field testing such as hydraulic conductivity and groundwater monitoring.

  • Oversee field operations including drilling activities, monitoring well installation, and remedial excavations.

  • Document site activities through photographs, field notes, and written records. Coordinate and communicate with on-site personnel, Project Managers, and support client relationships.

  • Prepare technical reports and promote safety, contributing to Health & Safety programs and cross-regional teamwork.

Additional information

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Expected compensation for this role is (between Pay Range $55,000 - $89,000 annually) . Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Environment & geoscience Sciences

Location

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-156151

Salary range

-

About you

  • Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Geology, Agrology, Biology Or Environmental Sciences or related field. Eligibility for professional designation 0-3 years of related work experience

  • Candidates with experience primarily in the upstream oil and gas section are preferred, however, work in multiple settings, both geographically and industrially is considered an asset.

  • Demonstrated skills in Phase I & II ESAs including groundwater monitoring and sampling, drilling techniques, soil collection and logging, soil vapour sampling, remedial excavations, spill response, and QA/QC protocols.

    Strong written and verbal English communication skills; team-oriented with strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated with the ability to follow safety and technical protocols.

  • Willingness to work year-round in the field, including travel to remote locations across Western Canada for extended shifts (up to 3 weeks), weekends, and statutory holidays. Must be available for overtime during field shifts (up to 12 hours/day).

  • Candidates must possess a Valid Class 5 Full driver's license with a clean driving record.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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