Environmental Scientist / Planner

Hatch is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Planner for a full-time position in Thunder Bay, ON. The role involves supporting environmental and social management tasks, including baseline studies, impact assessments, and permitting. The ideal candidate will contribute to various environmental strategies and maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements. Hatch emphasizes a collaborative culture and career development for its employees, aiming to create positive change in industries like mining, energy, and infrastructure.
Requisition ID: 94673

Job Category: Environmental

Location: Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our Environmental Services Group (ESG) provides our clients with expertise in climate change , environmental assessment & management, noise & vibration, social impact management, sustainable development design, and water resources. With your help, we can build extraordinary things that co-exist, and benefit local communities and habitats.

Full-time position located in Thunder Bay

We are passionately committed to making the world a better place through positive change. We believe in exceptional ideas delivered with exceptional service. As one of the largest Canadian employee-owned engineering and professional services firms, Hatch is uniquely positioned to offer opportunities ranging from focused technical scopes to leading critical programs for mega projects.

Team: We foster a collaborative team culture where everyone’s ideas are welcomed, are valued, and contribute to our collective success. We are entrepreneurs with a technical soul. We believe in engaging great people who make a difference.

The Role: We are seeking an Environmental Scientist or Planner to join our team of talented environmental professionals in our Thunder Bay office. The successful applicant will support the team in a diverse range of environmental and social management matters including baseline studies, environmental and social impact assessment, permitting and approval applications, undertaking of audits and development of environmental management systems, predominantly within the infrastructure, natural resources, mining, power and energy sectors.

Your future manager: A people-focused leader, she is committed to ensuring each team member is both supported and challenged to grow and develop. She cares about your career progression and nothing pleases her more than when we are able to perfectly match the right business opportunity with the right individual.

Your challenges with us!
• Contribute to baseline environmental studies, environmental assessments, environmental management strategies, and plans including research, report writing, field work, and stakeholder and regulatory consultation.
• Collect and synthesize scientific literature, existing data sets and secondary source material for technical reports.
• Identify potential environmental impacts as a result of land use changes and recommend suitable mitigation strategies to avoid and / or reduce potential impacts.
• Support permitting, and approvals related to the natural environment (e.g., Environmental Protection Act , Fisheries Act , Impact Assessment Act ).
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of existing and emerging regulatory requirements, wildlife and vegetation assessment methodologies, and best practices.
• Coordinate work with other environmental specialists (e.g., noise, air, archaeology, heritage, fisheries, terrestrial ecologists, etc.)
• Deliver high-quality environmental services to agreed budgets and deadlines

Your Profile
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Environmental Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or equivalent in related discipline.
• 0-5 years of experience working in a fast-paced, consulting environment; experience working in the field is an asset.
• Knowledge of natural heritage policies, protocols and environmental legislation and of environmental and social impact assessment process; knowledge of environmental and social due diligence is an asset.
• Flexibility to travel periodically.
• Knowledge of French an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and demonstrated ability to develop personal networks and work collaboratively.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and integrated team environment.
• Interest in continuous learning and commitment to personal accountability.
• Ideally eligible to hold CAN-CISEC and MTO RAQs certification.

With us, you will change the world of tomorrow!

Why join us?
• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?
• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.