Egisgroup

Biologist

Hamilton, ON, Canada

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

Data AnalysisLogisticsGISCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career?
This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.
Biologist or Ecologist on our Ecological Services Team in Ontario.

Support the preparation of technical reports, monitoring summaries, and environmental documentation under the supervision of senior staff.
Support the implementation of environmental commitments and Species at Risk mitigation and monitoring programs.
Maintain accurate field notes and contribute to data analysis and interpretation.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate field records and datasets.
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including carrying equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of monitoring and assessment programs in support of linear development related to the Hamilton LRT project.
In addition, the successful candidate will support and be involved in data summary, data analysis, and report preparation.

Completion of a university degree or college diploma in a related field (biology, ecology, wildlife, natural resources).
1-3 years of experience in environmental consulting, ecological fieldwork, environmental monitoring, or related biological studies.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and standard software used for reporting, data management, and communication.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and traverse uneven terrain for extended periods.
Familiarity with Ontario Species at Risk, native flora and fauna, and invasive species identification, and ecological survey techniques.
Experience using GPS units, GIS software, field data collection applications, or digital mapping tools.
Experience conducting Species at Risk surveys.
Experience completing tree inventories, vegetation surveys, or invasive species assessments.
Experience using ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, or similar GIS-based applications.
The successful candidate will be required to conduct fieldwork in a variety of weather conditions, within urban and natural environments, and across a range of terrain types and habitat conditions.

Experience assisting with the preparation of regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., annual Species at Risk permit reports).

Participate in field logistics planning, equipment preparation, and health and safety procedures.
Adhere to corporate health and safety policies and participate in daily hazard assessments and safe work planning.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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