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Contaminated Sites and Assessment Specialist

NorthWind Core Values:

OUR CULTURE | GROWTH MINDSET | TEAM FIRST | PERFORMANCE AND PURPOSE DRIVEN

Are you a Contaminated Sites and Assessment Specialist who is looking for a supportive team of hard-working individuals to nurture and develop in the same area of expertise?? We are looking to grow our team with an inspired individual who shares in our values and will support our team with strong technical skills, while simultaneously supporting employee growth and the continual improvement of the contaminated site and assessment work for our client programs. If this sounds like a challenge that inspires you, we look forward to exploring opportunities with you!

NorthWind Land Resources Inc. is an environmental consulting firm with offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Peace River and Athabasca and a field office in Edson, Alberta. The firm was established in 1999 and has acquired a solid reputation for providing clients with expertise in the fields of reclamation, remediation and overall environmental liability management. We are a dynamic, results oriented company that delivers outstanding value to our clients while maintaining the highest levels of integrity. Offering a great place to work, NorthWind has a team of motivated employees who are highly trained and knowledgeable with a vision to be an industry leader in the provision of environmental services

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide senior technical support on NorthWind’s assessment and remediation projects by working with and supporting project managers.
• Provide senior review and technical input on a wide range of ESA (Phase 1, 2 and 3) projects.
• Assist in acquiring new ideal clients for our highest priority services.
• Work to develop an Assessment team, including processes that develop and support the growth of team members. This will include driving growth and successional planning.
• Oversee team members to ensure work is being performed according to established standards.
• Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development, to drive a positive work culture.
• Oversee program and project management to ensure effective milestone planning and timely completion of deliverables.
• Coordinate activities with project managers by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and delegating work accordingly.
• Analyze departmental operations and identify areas requiring improvement.
• Implement developed operational changes necessary to ensure that production quotas and procedures are met.
• Oversee environmental site assessments and the development of standards, procedures, and health and safety measures.
• Oversee the analysis of program performance and factors that may be affecting efficiency and make updates or changes to processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-Secondary Education in a field relating to the energy and natural resources industry with appropriate Certifications or Licenses (P.Ag./R.T.(Ag.), P.Geo., P.Biol., RPFT or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in a management role in the environmental and natural resources field.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies.
• Strong formal and informal leadership skills, with a focus on mentoring and motivating employees.
• Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems.
• Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals.
• Demonstrated program and project management skills.
• Coaching - Engages in regular, structured discussions with project managers to improve individual employee performance and attain organizational objectives.
• Innovative - Able to think outside of the box to develop creative and new solutions or products that meet current and future needs.
• Business Development – Able to assist in identifying opportunities and assist in developing plans and strategy to achieve the opportunities.
• Leadership - Works well with a wide range of individuals to provide support, coaching, encouragement, and direction.
• Managing Performance – work with program managers to identify employee's strengths and weaknesses and provides long-term direction and support regarding areas of growth.
• Resource and Fiscal Management - Uses resources such as supplies, products, materials, and other useable items effectively and with foresight to available and limited funds.
• Results Orientation - Able to focus on desired outcomes and means by which they are achieved by meeting and or exceeding standards based on past performance, goals, and objectives, as well as the performance and/or achievements of others.
• Time Management - Balances a myriad of tasks; prioritizes duties as needed.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Our team consists of experienced consultants and technicians with varied educational backgrounds and expertise. Our Edmonton office is transit accessible, close to amenities and has parking and an on-site fitness center. We have an excellent employee culture and are a comfortable and relaxed workplace. Our small company feel allows for professional improvement and varied opportunities often not available in a larger company. NorthWind values a safe work environment, valued employees, client satisfaction and environmental stewardship.

To apply to this position, please submit your resume to this email: careers@nwlr.ca with the position that you are applying for in the subject line.

We thank all those who apply, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.