Intermediate Vegetation Ecologist
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Proficient in and consistently demonstrate and promote policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (if applicable)
- Working knowledge of and experience applying British Columbia’s biogeoclimatic ecosystem classification system
- Advanced skills in technical writing
- Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment under deadlines
- Skilled in communications and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia, as well as non-technical communication to the public
- Familiarity with relevant provincial and federal regulations and guidelines
- Experience with ecosystem mapping (e.g., TEM) is an asset
- Experience in pre-and post-mining land capability predictions and reclamation planning is an asset
- Proficient in MS Office, ArcGIS, or other mapping applications
- Drive collaborative efforts within the region and beyond to deliver consistent, high quality, and appropriately scoped technical work
- Able to lift 50lbs and endure long days of physically and mentally challenging fieldwork while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude
- Good driving record and valid Class 5 driver’s license required
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Science - Biology, Ecology, Forestry, or related field.
Minimum 5 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience including fieldwork.
Professional designation (R.P.Bio) is required.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time, as well as work in the field. Fieldwork may include remote work, long drives, 2+ week shifts away from home, exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Please include detailed information on field-based skills and valid health and safety training (first aid, Ground Disturbance II, auxiliary vehicles, etc.).
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
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