Junior Environmental Specialist

The Opportunity:
DS is currently seeking a Junior Environmental Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in civil engineering. DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. This is a future vacancy within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical services in a field and office environment.
Working on all assignments on projects of low to high complexity
Writing reports, proposals and technical specifications
Completing analysis of information and report preparation
Key Qualifications, Education & Skills:
Civil Engineering diploma, preferably with a focus on Environmental and/or Geotechnical Engineering
One (1) – two (2) years of related experience in environmental engineering and field investigations (preferably in a consulting environment) is an asset
Ability to complete Phase One Environmental Site Assessments, Phase Two Environmental Site Assessments, Soil and Groundwater Remediation and Records of Site Condition
Excellent computer skills, proficiency with common industry software is required
Strong workplace health and safety practices
Flexible, well organized, interested in technical and personal advancement
Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong report-writing skills and verbal communication in English are essential
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Computer proficiency with common industry software is required. Experience with GIS and CAD software is an asset
Ability to follow workplace health and safety practices is essential
Must own vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and hold a valid (G-Level) Ontario Driver's License
Must be mobile and willing to work on a combination of field and office work, as travel will be required
About DS Consultants Ltd:
DS Consultants Ltd. (DS), a BluMetric company, is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, building science and materials inspection and testing services. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, with branch offices in Barrie, Hamilton, Cambridge, and a Testing Laboratory in Vaughan, DS is supported by a team of over 140 highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists, and administrative professionals. DS is committed to delivering practical, high-quality solutions while fostering a collaborative and people-focused work environment.
DS is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. DS is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Employment type
Term Contract

Work arrangement
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