Environmental Remediation Specialist

Job title:

Environmental Remediation Specialist

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Would you like to make a difference in the Environment?This position supports carrying out the CNL Environmental Remediation Project initiatives at CNL. The position plans and communicates with internal groups to ensure sound environmental remediation practices, approaches and standards are used in our work.Specific tasks will include preparing and leading Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments of CNL sites, interpreting laboratory analytical results, report writing, supporting workshops, improvement action training, development of new processes, and updating processes based on self-assessment, and benchmarking.What will you be doing!

• Participate in assessments of sites and development of characterization and remediation plans
• Compile and interpret data from field and analytical data for reports
• Prepare technical documents and Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment and Soil Management reports
• Leverage experience, knowledge and available data to recommend strategies for remediation of affected lands
• Provide support to ensure that plans are in line with the Overview of Decommissioning and Cleanup Plan and applicable standards and regulations
• Assist as needed in other work within the Environmental Remediation team

What we are looking for:

• At minimum, a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Environmental Sciences or Engineering from a university of recognized standing, or membership in a scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
• Generally, less than 2 years related engineering working experience is desired
• Related experience in health physics or radiochemistry knowledge is considered an asset
• Environmental site characterization background is mandatory
• Related experience in the field of Environmental Remediation and familiarity with remedial technologies and techniques
• Practical working knowledge of the full range of decommissioning and remediation processes applied domestically and internationally is desired
• Awareness of standards, regulatory requirements, best available methodologies in remediation, characterization, and risk assessment as they pertain to nuclear remediation work
• Knowledge of Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment guidelines, Ontario Regulation 153/04, Ontario Regulation 558/00, and Ontario Regulation 406/19 is considered an asset
• An understanding of soil descriptions and terminology along with a general understanding of soil, sediment, groundwater, and surface monitoring is considered an asset
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Minimum of basic computer skills including working knowledge of MS Office Suite, and familiarity with the use of databases
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Ability to review technical/scientific documents and disseminate information
• Knowledge of literature / studies / reports concerning recommended site characterization and remediation guidelines, risk assessment and modelling, as well as international work in the area of remediation of nuclear sites
• Attention to detail for verification of analytical data is required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Time management, organization and prioritization skills are essential
• Ability to understand CNL priorities/strategy
• Strong communications skills
• Must be Radiation Protection (RP) Group 3 qualified or be able to be RP Group 3 qualified once hired

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security”.Why CNL?Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

• Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.
• We offer a complete total rewards package:
• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, that’s right no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Location:This role is a fully onsite role that requires the employee to primarily work at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratory site, with only occasional opportunities to work remotely, if desired by the employee. CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep! In fact, Deep River was named the fourth best place to live in Canada in a recent ranking by movingwaldo.com.About CNL:CNL is Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization and a world leader in developing nuclear technology for peaceful and innovative applications. Using our unique expertise, we are restoring and protecting the Environment, we are advancing clean energy technology, and our medical breakthroughs continue to improve the health of people around the world.Our Priorities:Clean energy for today and tomorrow.Restore and protect the Environment.Contribute to the health of Canadians.CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promote equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence, which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist with whom you are in contact. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.Chalk River Laboratories / Ottawa ONTARIO[The Chalk River Laboratories site] [The City of Ottawa] is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

Expected salary

Location

Chalk River, ON

Job date

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 01:08:26 GMT

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