What if you could work alongside inspiring scientists, leaders, and a diverse group of people working toward a common goal? Are you looking for a place where you can be you and a place where you can thrive? Triton might be just what you’re looking for!
THE OPPORTUNITY
Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd. (“Triton”) is seeking an experienced Wetlands & Vegetation Ecologistto join a well-established team of environmental professionals in our Calgary office!
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing wetlands and vegetation ecological expertise to field staff and project management teams.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Conducting wetland surveys, assessments, and monitoring in Alberta
Providing technical wetlands support to project teams
Providing vegetation ecological expertise to field staff and project management teams
Conducting vegetation inventories, soil assessments, and rare plant surveys
Survey planning
Permit closure reporting
Managing tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work and schedule
Liaising with on-site client representatives and contractors
Providing independent technical review for proposals and project deliverables
Providing a fulsome understanding of environmental best management practices and advising client and project teams accordingly
Working collaboratively across project and corporate-level teams
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology, ecology, soil science, botany, or a related field
Professional Biologist (Alberta Society of Professional Biologists) or Professional Agrologist (Alberta) designation
Must have an Authenticating Wetlands Professional designation with the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists
Experience with wetland delineation and classification
Familiarity with wetland regulatory regimes in Alberta
Experience preparing Wetlands Assessment and Impact Forms, Wetlands Assessment and Impact Reports, and the Wetland Rapid Evaluation Tool
Ideally 3 or more years of relevant experience
Experience conducting a broad variety of wetlands-specific scopes of work in both pre‑construction and construction settings
Plant identification skills for wetland, prairie grassland, and upland communities in boreal landscapes
Skilled in conducting vegetation inventories and assessments in grassland, boreal, and upland regions.
Soil classification experience
Strong technical writing, reporting, communication, and team leadership skills
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Detail-oriented with solid organizational and time management skills
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity sounds like you, and you are serious about joining a progressive team of environmental consultants, please apply with a resume and cover letter.
SCHEDULE
The work schedule for this role is negotiable, in terms of the number of hours worked per week. Both full time and part time work can be considered.
This schedule can be flexible, whether it be a hybrid work schedule (working both in the office and from home) or could be a strictly work from home schedule.
This role can report to either Calgary AB or Edmonton AB office locations. In addition, there could be consideration that a candidate can be be living anywhere in Alberta and working mostly remote.
CLOSING DATE
This posting will remain active until the position has been filled.
About Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd.:
Triton is an environmental consulting firm with over 30 years of experience responding to the environmental needs of resource developers across all sectors, as well as all levels of government. We have deep roots in our communities, strong relationships with clients and regulators, and a track record of helping projects get built responsibly. Triton is known for being technically strong and pragmatic in its approach and having a safety-focused and people-first culture. Triton’s multi-disciplinary team comprises environmental professionals specializing in aquatic and terrestrial biology, soil science, vegetation ecology, environmental assessment, environmental auditing, environmental monitoring/inspection, and resource management. We apply this wide range of expertise in providing practical environmental solutions to our clients. Triton has offices in Vancouver, Vernon, Kamloops, Prince George, Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, and is now expanding to Guelph, Saskatoon, and Halifax.
Triton is growing and looking for talented professionals to support our continued growth. In addition to a challenging and supportive working environment and a management team dedicated to promoting your personal and professional development, Triton offers:
Competitive total compensation package, including paid vacation and overtime pay;
Fully compensated professional dues and related mandatory conferences or workshops;
A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, pension matching, and a Health Spending Account; and
Financial support for continued education and/or professional growth opportunities.
Triton is committed to cultivating and promoting an environment that embraces respect, equity, and opportunity for employees, clients, and the communities we belong to.
Thank you for including Triton Environmental Consultants in your career search. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Triton Environmental is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting hr@triton-env.com
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