Environmental (Hydrometric) Field Technician

Wood is currently seeking an Environmental (Hydrometric) Field Technician to join our dynamic mining team in Oakville, ON. The Environmental Technician would be expected to split their time in the field carrying out hydrometric monitoring programs, as well as in the office. Field programs may occupy 75%-90% of the technician’s time.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience conducting stream flow monitoring / installation programs (mining industry experience preferred). Candidates should be self-starters, independent workers, have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, and enjoy being outdoors.

A full G license is required as travel to remote mining sites is required. Candidates should be comfortable with extended periods of travel, as well as travel by boat and helicopter.

Please note this role will have overtime during peak season giving this person the ability to earn significant additional time off through banked OT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of Health and Safety Plans and Job Safety Analysis forms;
• Installation of continuous stream flow and lake level monitoring stations;
• In-situ flow measurements and topographic benchmark surveys;
• Ordering/booking field materials, equipment and travel;
• Co-ordination with client personnel and other field disciplines;
• Maintaining detailed and accurate field notes;
• Compilation and analysis of field data, including rating curve development;
• Writing of field and installation reports;

• Environmental Technician/Technologist College Diploma, or Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in a related field (e.g. environmental sciences, environmental technology)
• 1-3 years of experience conducting stream flow monitoring / installation programs
• Experience with Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) a plus
• Full G license is required, as well as access to a personal vehicle
• Safety-conscious attitude, strong attention to Health and Safety measures; First Aid certification is a plus
• Willingness to carry out physically demanding work in various environmental conditions
• Boating license (Pleasure craft operator card) and snowmobile safety course certification are a plus
• Knowledge of mine water management a plus
• Technical writing and communications skills
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.