Solid Waste Engineer/Scientist – New Grad

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Who are we looking for?

GHD is looking for a Solid Waste Scientist/Engineer (New Grad) to join the Waste Management Group in our Vancouver, British Columbia office. This position is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an established waste management team in Canada working on a variety of environmental compliance projects for municipal, private, and First Nation clients across the province. Hydrogeologic support is also provided internally for a variety of business groups. Estimated 25% of your time will be outside of the office in the field, although this may vary seasonally.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in

• Prepare waste discharge and permit applications for new or existing sites, e.g., operational certificates, permit to take water, notice of work
• Collaborate closely with client representatives and/or agencies, as required
• Problem solving by applying scientific principles and completing literature reviews and research
• Evaluation of geochemical and hydrogeologic conditions for contaminant fate in aquifers e.g., developing site-specific simplistic numerical models
• Geologic, hydrogeologic, and hydraulic characterization/investigation
• Assist Project Managers with scheduling, budgeting, invoicing, and proposals
• Writing technical deliverables and preparing submittals, e.g., technical assessment reports, design, operations, and closure reports, specifications, hydrology and hydrogeology characterization reports, specifications, annual operations and monitoring reports, design reports, and basis of estimates
• Project co-ordination by carrying out in-office scheduling and budget management, and in-field oversight including liaison and collaborate with drillers, contractors, and laboratories as needed.
• Effectively work with multi discipline project team members including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers.
• Assist or lead waste management projects requiring permitting, operations support, design, monitoring, and closure.
• Interpret and/or prepare engineering drawings and plans
• Travel to various sites across BC will be required
• Preparation and completion of environmental monitoring programs including sample collection, drilling, well testing, landfill gas testing, and slope stability monitoring
• Data compilation, interpretation, and analysis of hydrologic, hydrogeologic, geologic, and geochemical data for technical investigations, conceptual and detailed design, and environmental reports

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Ability to perform field tasks, including working in inclement weather conditions in remote areas
• Degree in Earth Science, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Agrology, or equivalent
• Previous experience with Surfer, Grapher, gINT, Aqtesolv, CAD, Civil 3D is beneficial
• Valid driver’s license and is required
• Eligible for professional designation in BC (e.g., GIT, EIT, P.Geo., P.Eng., P.Ag.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, able to balance multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
• Teammate, cooperate with other staff, subcontractors, clients, and agencies

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

EEO Statement Canada :[B] As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.