Junior Geomorphologist/Restoration Technician & Graduate Biologist – Toronto – GHD

Title of the Job: Junior Geomorphologist/Restoration Technician & Graduate Biologist – Toronto

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Job Description:There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.Who are we looking for?Our Waterloo and Toronto, ON offices are currently seeking a motivated and versatile individual to join our Natural Resources team as a Junior Geomorphologist/Restoration Technician & Graduate Biologist. This unique role combines responsibilities from both geomorphology and biology disciplines, offering a dynamic and interdisciplinary work environment. The successful candidate will be a self-motivating individual with strong analytical, computational, and problem-solving abilities, ready to grow with us and join a great team!Responsibilities:

• Conduct field assessments including wetland delineations, habitat assessments for rare, threatened, or endangered flora and fauna, and stream restoration projects based on channel processes.
• Collect and analyse chemical and biological data, including sampling of surface water, sediment, macroinvertebrates, soil, groundwater, etc., for site assessment and risk assessment projects.
• Undertake corridor and crossing studies to identify risks from natural hazards and provide support to stream restoration projects.
• Prepare initial drafts of correspondence, reports, work plans, specifications, and environmental reports for internal and external review.
• Coordinate and implement field data collection exercises, including data synthesis and monitoring studies, with some supervision.
• Work with various forms of spatial information, including digital topographic data and aerial imagery.
• Assist in the completion of monitoring studies and the construction implementation of channel restoration designs.
• Support existing clients with the implementation of efficient and innovative solutions to address their project needs.
• Establish and develop strategic long-term relationships with current clients, new clients, and prospective teaming partners.
• Propose field problems/work changes for review and travel as required for various field programs.

Skills, Proficiencies, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Physical Geography, Geomorphology, Biology, Ecology, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of professional environmental experience (i.e., stream, wetland, and environmental surveys, sampling, permitting, etc.).
• Ability to work towards acquiring a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) accreditation in Geomorphology or Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license in the Province of Ontario.
• Demonstrated scientific skills in field data collection, river mechanics, sediment transport, geomorphic processes, and hydraulics.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Experience in related aspects of water resources, including environmental geoscience, biogeography, aquatic and ecological sciences, is considered an asset.
• Working familiarity with digital cartography (GIS), airphoto interpretation/manipulation, and field surveys (total station, RTK) will be considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills with the proven track record to present clearly and promote understanding through effective verbal, written, and listening skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess strong digital literacy: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. AutoCAD or hydraulic model software experience would be an asset.
• Valid G driver’s license.
• Able and willing to travel to job sites as needed for field activities.

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.About Us: Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges – with GHD supporting you every step of the way.We’ll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.See where your commitment could take you with GHD.Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.See where your commitment could take you.
That’s the #PowerOfCommitmentWho we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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