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Senior Geohazards Specialist

Nelson, British Columbia, Canada | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada | Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Overview

The Geohazards and Geomorphology team is made up of dedicated specialists that use expert knowledge, principles and practice in geohazards, Earth surface processes, and landforms to assist clients achieve economic, environmental and safety goals by recognizing and minimizing the impact of terrain constraints, mitigating hazards, reducing risk, and providing engineered solutions.

Our team gathers professionals with specific background and experience in slope hazards, erosion processes, water crossing assessment, ecohydraulics, terrain mapping, hazard and risk mapping (qualitative and quantitative), image analysis and interpretation, GIS analysis, surface water and debris flow modelling. Our current clients include pipeline, power generation, mining, and forest companies, as well as municipal, provincial and federal governments, and First Nations.

We are fully supported by geotechnical, civil and hydrotechnical engineers, hydrologists/water resource specialists, biologists and environmental specialists recognized locally and around the world for their expertise.

This position will report to the Manager of Geohazards and Geomorphology and will be responsible for supporting the execution of geohazard projects. Candidates will ideally be based in Ontario or Quebec. However, we will consider other locations in Canada if desired.

Your role

  • Study the effects of landsliding, erosion, sedimentation and neo-tectonic activity on the landscape.
  • Record and interpret geological and geomorphological information from maps, reports, stratigraphic logs, air photographs, satellite imagery, geological surveys and other sources.
  • Participate in the study and mitigation of hazards including floods and landslides.
  • Prepare geomorphological maps, diagrams, cross-sections and reports from field and office studies.
  • Support the development of proposals in response to client requests for expertise, develop relationships with clients that are based on knowledge, experience and trust.
  • Conduct geohazard risk assessments for linear infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, roads, railways), mining operations, and natural resource projects.
  • Liase with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations, and, Fieldwork involves periods of time away from home. This may include long hours, working on remote locations and rustic conditions.
Cities & development Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-136719

Salary range

-

About you

  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree from a relevant Engineering or Earth Sciences program with specific education, training or experience in geomorphology and geohazards.
  • Proficient at statistical and analytical methods of analysis with emphasis on quantitative methods in geomorphology.
  • Registered (or qualified to register) with the Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO)/Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) and/or Order des geologues du Quebec (QGQ)/Ordre des ingenieurs du Quebec (OIQ).
  • Ten years or more of relevant experience in applied geomorphology, related to the assessment of geotechnical and hydrotechnical hazards.
  • Demonstrated experience in understanding terrain models and specialized training in at least one aspect of Geomorphology, Engineering Geology or similar.
  • Expertise using specialized equipment and/or software (LiDAR, Geophysical tools, Satellite image interpretation software, GIS software, survey equipment, geological or geotechnical modelling software etc.) and willingness to take responsibility for those skills, including training other staff to use them.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce reports and proposals.
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.

Reward & 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.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is between $100,200 - $137,700annually. 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.

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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