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Senior Environmental Project Manager

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is an established First Nation-owned environmental services firm with an impeccable track record and a highly respected reputation. CanNorth has a strong foundation and proven expertise in environmental assessments and environmental monitoring and is looking to increase its capacity in its Environment Division.

CanNorth is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to work with our talented and innovative multidisciplinary team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities in this position will include:

• Preparation and senior review of project deliverables, including proposals, technical reports, regulatory permitting, and environmental assessments.
• Oversight of all aspects of project management, including preparing proposals and cost estimates, coordinating project teams and scheduling, monitoring budgets, preparing technical reports, etc.
• Leading staff and coordinating resources for complex, large-scale programs from project initialization to completion for a diverse array of environmental disciplines.
• Providing technical expertise to develop strategies and advise clients on recommendations for a multitude of environmental and regulatory issues.
• Establishing and maintaining strong client relationships and supporting business development opportunities.
• Liaising with First Nations, government, and regulatory agencies.
• Providing supervision, coordination, and mentorship of staff.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in environmental science or related natural sciences.
• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of relevant professional experience in a consulting environment or related industry.
• Direct experience managing or planning environmental projects.

Applicants should have excellent knowledge of federal and provincial regulations, best management practices, guidelines, and regulatory approval requirements. Applicants should demonstrate strong technical skills and knowledge in completing and managing wildlife studies, and have previous experience in a supervisory or senior leadership role. Ideal candidates should have a knowledge of terrestrial ecology in western Canada and techniques used to sample terrestrial wildlife and habitat (birds and mammals including bats, caribou, etc.). The candidate must have superior written and verbal communication skills, hold exceptional organization and leadership skills, and be able to correspond with clients in a professional way. Must be able to manage time effectively both independently and in team environments, and be dedicated to high-quality results. Professional designation (e.g., PAg, P.Biol) is considered an asset. Experience with the environmental planning of mining, oil and gas, power or renewables projects would be advantageous.

CanNorth offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities and staff functions. Interested candidates are requested to mail, fax, or e-mail resumes. Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply.

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.

Wildlife Biologist

CanNorth is growing! Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is an established First Nation-owned environmental services firm with an impeccable track record and a highly respected reputation.  At CanNorth you can expect challenging field work, interesting projects, and colleagues who have a strong foundation and proven expertise in environmental assessments and biological surveys.

CanNorth is seeking a highly motivated full-time wildlife biologist to work with our talented team in Saskatoon, SK. Responsibilities in this position will include:

• Conducting field surveys in a diversity of environments with an emphasis on breeding birds (point count surveys), targeted wildlife surveys, and avian risk assessments/nest searches;
• Environmental monitoring for a variety of projects including power, pipelines, and construction projects (highways and mine sites);
• Data collection and management;
• Liaising with clients and contractors in a professional manner;
• Technical writing (to include composing smaller screening memos to larger reports) and research skills;
• Working with First Nations and regulatory agencies.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in science specializing in wildlife biology. Previous experience in a consulting environment is an asset. Ideal candidates should have a good knowledge of terrestrial ecology in western Canada, techniques used to sample terrestrial wildlife and habitat, and provincial and federal regulations, processes, and guidelines. The successful applicant must be a team player, highly motivated and organized, able to work with a range of personalities, and have a positive attitude. This position entails a substantial amount of field work from walking, to boating, flying in helicopters, and snowmobiling. Field work will regularly require working in rugged terrain; and experience operating trucks with loaded trailers, ATV’s, boats, snowmobiles, trail cameras, and autonomous recording units is an asset.

CanNorth offers competitive wages and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities.  Benefits will include, medical, dental, vision, paramedical, RRSP matching, health spending’s, field, field gear allowance, and much more! Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes to the address below as soon as possible. Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply.

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.

Senior Wildlife Biologist

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is an established First Nation-owned environmental services firm with an impeccable track record and a highly respected reputation. CanNorth has a strong foundation and proven expertise in environmental assessments and environmental monitoring and is looking to increase capacity in its Biology Division.

CanNorth is seeking a highly motivated and experienced environmental monitor/scientist to work with our talented and innovative multidisciplinary team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. 

CanNorth is seeking a highly motivated wildlife biologist specializing in birds and/or mammals (ungulates, bats) to work with our talented and innovative team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Responsibilities in this position will include:

• Plan, design, and implement wildlife field surveys in a variety of ecosystems
• Coordinate studies for environmental impact assessments, environmental monitoring, and other study types
• Complete environmental assessment documents such as Technical Proposals and sections for environmental assessments (preferred)
• Prepare environmental protection and mitigation plans to facilitate regulatory approvals (preferred)
• Project management, including preparing proposals and cost estimates, coordinating project teams, and managing budgets
• Ensure high technical quality of work, including field methodology, data analyses, and reporting
• Supervision and mentorship of field staff
• Develop and foster relationships with clients
• Work with First Nations, government, and regulatory agencies

Requirements:

• Minimum, a university degree in biology / ecology or related studies with at least 5 to 7 years of experience in completing and managing wildlife studies.
• Must have knowledge of inventory methods focused on management of mammal (ungulate and bat species) populations/habitats and/or specialization in avian ecology.
• Good knowledge of terrestrial ecology in western Canada, techniques used to sample terrestrial wildlife and habitat, and provincial and federal regulations, processes, and guidelines.
• Must be a team player, highly motivated and organized, able to work with a range of personalities, and have a positive attitude.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be dedicated to high-quality results, and use their creative thinking to find solutions to complex problems.

Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes no later than March 30th, 2023, to the address below.

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted. 

Warehouse and Grounds Assistant (Summer Contract)

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is a environmental consulting firm who is 100% owned by Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership, the business arm of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. This hands-on position is ideal for the mechanically inclined. Your organizational skills and determination to get the tasks done will directly impact our biologists, hydrologists, and archaeologists every day in their field work. Working alongside the Equipment Manager, you would:  

• Complete basic building maintenance; clean, organize, and stock the warehouse; and assist field staff with mobilization and demobilization from trips.
• Load, unload and relocate ATVs, UTVs, trucks, trailers, etc. 
• Clean, repair, and test a variety of field equipment (e.g., trucks, trailers, ATVs, UTVs, zodiac boats, augers, etc.), ensuring the fleet and field equipment are ready and operational.
• Grounds keeping, tending to flower and shrub beds, mowing lawn, general cleaning of the property, running errands, and/or complete other tasks as assigned.

At CanNorth, you can expect a wide range of projects and challenges to keep you engaged. You will work out of the Saskatoon office Monday to Friday. You will need a driver’s license and previous experience with driving trailers, ATVs, and UTVs.

Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes, to the address below. Pi- Atoskik CanNorth! We encourage qualified Indigenous professionals to apply.

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.