GFT is seeking an Environmental Inspector to fill a position within our Environmental Compliance Team in Mississauga and/or Toronto, Ontario. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Mississauga and/or Toronto office, as well as the Toronto client site.
What you'll be challenged to do:
You will coordinate and conduct environmental site investigations, monitoring programs, due diligence studies, and compliance audits and inspections for transit, transportation, and other infrastructure projects.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Ensure that construction activities, throughout all phases of the project, adhere to federal, provincial, and municipal environmental regulations, applicable environmental permits, approvals, and other regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular, comprehensive inspections of construction sites to identify potential environmental hazards, and communicate inspection findings, recommendations, and best practices to project managers, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Monitor and assess environmental conditions during construction activities, including erosion and sediment control, air quality, water quality, and soil quality.
- Liaise with subject matter experts, community groups, and stakeholders to communicate environmental plans, address concerns, and ensure transparency.
- Support and advise Environmental Team in comprehensive environmental compliance reports to regulatory authorities, project managers, and stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Provide guidance to project teams, contractors, and subcontractors on environmental best practices, regulations, and protocols.
- Perform project coordination duties, including working with various subject matter experts, to deliver exceptional products on time and within budget.
What you will bring to our firm: - Bachelor’s Degree or post-secondary college diploma in a relevant discipline such as environmental science or engineering, hydrogeology, geology, physical geography, or environmental studies.
- 2-3 years of experience in the field of environmental compliance or environmental management and monitoring.
What we prefer you bring: - Preference to candidates with demonstrated experience in the construction industry.
- Canadian Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CAN-CISEC) certification.
- Familiarity with ISO14001 principles would be an asset, including the development, maintenance and auditing of Environmental Management Systems.
- Demonstrated experience with federal, provincial, and local environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
- Aptitude for project management with excellent attention to detail and ability to problem solve
- Successful candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate within a team environment.
- Candidates must possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), demonstrated ability to perform data evaluation, and prepare technical reports.
- Willing to travel to project sites to complete necessary field investigations and data collection.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Valid driver’s license in Ontario with access to a reliable vehicle.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$100,000.00. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits: - Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Employment Status: Full-Time
Sponsorship for Canadian Work authorization is not available for this position.
No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.
Local candidates will be given preference.
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