Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Site C - Fort St. John)

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Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Site C - Fort St. John)

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Fort St. JohnSite C Constr Ofc

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Field

Annual salary: $ 68,700.00 - 74,000.00

What you'll do

• Plans detailed field surveys, including assessments of aquatic, terrestrial and atmospheric conditions, in accordance with

approved methods to determine, record and report on biological processes, such as seasonal concentrations, relative
abundance and habitats of fish, wildlife, migratory birds, for use in estimating populations, growth patterns and seasonal
habits.

• Organizes and undertakes a variety of technical field and office investigations related to construction, operations,

maintenance and waste management / pollution prevention; conducts field reviews and inspections, gathers data and
information, recommends study approach and provides input into the identification of methodologies required to deal with
the associated environmental issues.

• Understands and communicates practices, licensing and other environmental requirements, including regulatory and other

arrangements, permits and licenses, etc., on new or revised projects and studies, to government agencies, life sciences
specialists and related associations; participates in communications with agencies, First Nations, public meetings and/or
training or presentation sessions as required. Provides training in waste management methods and a variety of other
environmental management techniques.

• Researches, assesses and documents background biological data such as material from consultants’ reports and

proposed project areas; conducts field inventories, records observations and selects alternative methods as field conditions
dictate; monitors environmental aspects of studies; assesses data and writes reports; makes site specific recommendations
to team members in accordance with established protocols; follows up with contractors and team members to ensure
approved work is carried out in accordance with legal, regulatory and safety requirements.

• Participates in various programs related to the development and administration of environmental components of BC Hydro

operations such as vegetation management, mitigation measures for construction and maintenance projects, permits,
license and other regulatory requirements.

• Is deployed to the field to respond to unforeseen environmental concerns by assisting in mitigation by performing activities

such as laying out booms and throwing down oil pads.

• Performs all the functions of lower-level jobs within the Natural Resource job hierarchy and provides technical direction to

staff in lower-level jobs, contractors and staff working on related projects.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

• Completion of a Bachelor degree in Natural Resource or Environmental Studies with at least one (1) year of relevant work

experience or as an equivalent, completion of Technologist Diploma in Natural Resources or Environmental Studies with
two (2) years of relevant work experience.

• Must be eligible for the Biologist in Training designation with the College of Applied Biology.
  

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package
• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
• A lifetime pension
• Flexible work model, depending on your role type
• Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

• A condition of employment is to maintain your Class 5 driver's license in good standing.

• This is a Full-time Regular (FTR) MoveUP Group 9 opportunity on the team.

• Please note, the successful candidate on this opportunity will perform duties on the construction of the Site C Clean

Energy Project until construction is complete, as determined by the Environment Managers, at which time they will transition
to work with Environmental Field Operations going forward in Fort St. John.

• Please note in regards to being eligible for membership with the College of Applied Biology we are also willing to consider

those that are qualified/eligible with another Professional Association at this time.

• Spends approximately 60 to 70% of time in the field. Exposed to all types of weather conditions at work sites that may be

remote. Approximately 10% of time is spent in a vehicle. Regular exposure to river and lake conditions when performing
field work. May be required to operate boats, snowmobiles, ATVs, 4x4 trucks on rough access roads. Climbs or walks on
uneven, steep and/or rough terrain in all weathers during field work.

• As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test/assessment or do a presentation.

• BC Hydro conducts pre-placement medical checks of applicants entering certain positions to help safeguard BC Hydro’s

workplace. As part of the selection process, you may be required to demonstrate successful completion of a pre-placement
medical check.

• Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will

be required as a pre-condition to employment.

• This location is eligible for a Remote Incentive of 12%. Remote Incentives are paid bi-weekly to Full-Time Regular

employees working in eligible remote locations.

• This location is eligible for Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit. The Extended Health Care Medical Travel

Benefit is extended to Full-Time Regular, Part-Time Regular and Full-Time Temporary employees who are permanently
working in eligible remote locations.
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,
include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without
any delays.

Date Posted: 2024-02-06 Closing Date: 2024-02-18

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