Environmental Monitor

EDI Environmental Dynamics is hiring a full-time Environmental Monitor in Whitehorse, YT. The role involves developing Environmental Management Plans, conducting on-site inspections, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should have experience in environmental monitoring, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in various field conditions. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team culture.
Permanent, Full-time Whitehorse, YT (Other EDI Locations Considered) This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for the position of Environmental Monitor , supporting our EDI team, our Indigenous partnerships and valued clients on various projects throughout western Canada and the Yukon. Our benefits include: • A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding career experience • Competitive compensation, including health benefits, profit-sharing and employee share ownership programs • Working with a team of established market sector consultants who excel in their fields of science, environmental assessment, and regulatory planning • A corporate commitment to long-term career and personal development through opportunities and support for professional advancement (e.g., internal mentorship, annual professional development budget) Since we started EDI in 1994, our people have defined our culture and have been instrumental in our success. As we grow, we look for team members who want to grow their careers and make a difference by working with our team on a range of projects. Our culture focuses on quality, support, mentoring, teamwork, positive attitudes and flexibility to “do it right” for our clients. We promote innovation at all levels. Our members are self-motivated, enthusiastic for continual improvement and strong communicators. Through relationships built among team members and widespread employee ownership, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company. The successful candidate will be responsible for: • Developing and implementing Environmental Management Plans to support and guide compliance with permit conditions and project commitments • Conducting on-site environmental inspections/audits, monitoring work activities in relation to environmental protection • Documenting the effectiveness of environmental protection measures and providing corrective action recommendations • On-site data collection and management, preparing technical summary reports and communicating with clients, regulators and contractors, often in the field (construction sites) • Depending on qualifications, provide guidance and support for on-site mitigation including spill support and remediation, sediment and erosion control, water quality monitoring, site isolation, water diversion, fish and/or amphibian salvage, pre-disturbance bird nesting and wildlife surveys, and reclamation activities We are looking for someone with: • Experience supporting responsible project development through the balance of environmental protection, safety and project requirements • Experience in environmental monitoring and implementation of best management practices and mitigation measures • Experience in site isolation, fish salvages, water diversion and site dewatering (an asset) • Excellent note-taking and observational skills for site inspection and monitoring • Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with clients, contractors, agencies and co-workers, including experience with technical writing • Self-motivated and responsive, yet calm demeanor in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving abilities • Physically fit and able to work long days (10 to 12 hours) in the field in all weather conditions • Willingness to travel for field work to a variety of construction sites (e.g., mine sites, stream crossings) in remote locations and/or between offices Job requirements include: • Environmental monitoring for construction • Diploma or BSc Degree in Renewable Resources or Natural Sciences or related discipline(s) • Class 5 Driver’s Licence Note: Initial resume screening will only consider applicants that meet the aforementioned job requirements. Experience in the following will be an asset: • Environmental consulting experience • Construction site erosion and sediment control • Water quality monitoring experience • Pre-clearing surveys for bird nests and wildlife • Fish sampling/electrofishing certification • Registration or eligibility for registration (e.g., RPBio, RBTech, PAg, Pbiol, AScT) Application deadline – Open until filled At EDI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. EDI believes that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a growing environmental company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool. If you are ready for new challenges and a rewarding career experience, please email your resume and cover letter in confidence: employment@edynamics.com with EDI2026-161 in the subject line. Only candidates requested for personal interviews will be contacted.