Vegetation Ecologist - Western Canada

Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd. is seeking experienced Vegetation Ecologists for various office locations in Western Canada. Responsibilities include providing ecological expertise, conducting vegetation and soil assessments, and rare plant surveys. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in vegetation ecology, and strong plant identification skills. The role requires fieldwork in remote locations and offers competitive compensation based on experience.
Are you looking for a new opportunity to build a meaningful career in environmental consulting?

Do you want to work with a dynamic team of professionals on Canada’s most exciting environmental projects?

Are you passionate about vegetation ecology related work?

If so, look no further.......

THE OPPORTUNITY

Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd. (“Triton”) is seeking experienced Vegetation Ecologists, to join a well-established team of environmental professionals!

This position can be based in any of our Western Canada office locations, such as Calgary AB, Edmonton AB. Kamloops BC, Prince George BC, Terrace BC, Vernon BC, Prince Rupert BC, Kitimat BC, Vancouver BC, Regina SK, and Saskatoon SK.

Responsibilities, include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Responsible for providing vegetation ecological expertise to field staff and project management teams
• Conducting vegetation inventories
• Conducting vegetation and soil assessments
• Conducting wetland assessments
• Conducting rare plant surveys
• Survey planning
• Permit closure reporting

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in botany, plant ecology, biology, or a related field
• Accreditation or eligibility for accreditation with a professional governing body recognized in BC or Alberta (P.Biol., R.P.Bio., P.Ag..) is an asset
• Minimum three years of experience as a vegetation ecologist, having crew lead experience is preferred
• Exceptional plant identification skills for wetland, prairie grassland to interior BC, and upland communities in boreal landscapes
• Skilled in vegetation inventories and assessment in BC and Alberta.
• Experience with wetland delineation and classification
• Soil classification experience
• Willingness to work in the field in remote locations
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Effective technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
• Experience operating off-highway vehicles

COMPENSATION

The compensation is dependent upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as specific hiring location. A potential salary range could be $30 dollars per hour - $50 dollars per hour.

Subject to specific position determination and scheduling requirements, this could position could potentially qualify for overtime pay. Provincial employment standards legislation dictates specific overtime pay requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity sounds like you, and you are serious about joining a progressive team of environmental consultants, please apply with a resume and optional cover letter. When applying, you will be asked to specify, which location(s) you prefer to work from.

Please apply directly on Triton’s company website under the Careers section. Here is the link to find this posting, as well as many other related postings:

CAREERS | Triton Environmental Consultants

About Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd.:

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd. (Triton) is an environmental consulting firm with over 30 years of experience responding to the environmental needs of industry and all levels of government. We have deep roots in our communities, strong relationships with clients and regulators, and a track record of helping projects get built responsibly. Triton is known for being technically strong and pragmatic in its approach and having a safety-focused and people-first culture. Triton’s multi‑disciplinary team comprises environmental professionals specializing in aquatic and terrestrial biology, soil science, vegetation ecology, environmental assessment, environmental auditing, environmental monitoring/inspection, and resource management. We apply this wide range of expertise in providing practical environmental solutions to our clients. Triton has offices in Vancouver, Vernon, Kamloops, Prince George, Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Regina.

Triton continues to grow, and we are looking for talented professionals to join our team. Triton provides a dynamic and challenging work environment, led by a management team that is committed to the professional and personal development of our staff. As a member of the Triton team, you will find the following benefits:
• Interesting and diverse projects across Canada
• A collaborative team both within and between our office locations across Canada
• Paid professional association membership fees, including “in training” designations
• Annual continuing education/professional development budget
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Health and dental care benefits, including vision, complementary care (e.g., chiropractic care, massage therapy, and prescription drug coverage), a health spending account, and an Employee Assistance program
• Pension matching
• Unlimited banked time, earned at 1.5x base wage for non management employees
• Flexible scheduling, consistent with environmental consulting

If you’re looking for an exciting career full of interesting opportunities and a supportive team, Triton is looking for you!