VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 60 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

OVERVIEW

Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Intermediate Environmental Land Use Professional based out of our Sherwood Park office. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing pre-disturbance site assessments and assist with stakeholder engagement and surface land applications for upstream oil and gas, industrial and commercial projects in accordance with Vertex guidelines and project scopes.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-10 years directly related experience
• Diploma and/or Bachelors degree in Forestry, Land Reclamation, Biology or Environmental Science is required
• Familiarity with Alberta Wetland Policy and Alberta Wetland Classification System (AWCS)
• Holds or is eligible to hold Professional Designation in one of the 10 Professional Regulatory Organizations (PRO-10) listed under the Wetland Policy
• Proven skills in forest measurements, plant and weed identification, eco-typing, harvest layout, stream and waterbody classification, GIS Arc Maps, Avenza Maps would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of Government of Alberta Public Lands Act Pre-Application Requirements for Formal Dispositions is an asset
• Willingness to work daily in remote wilderness locations only accessible by ATV/Snowmobile
• Possess a strong attention to detail for quality of work and deliverables

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for both field and office execution, expect 60% to 40% (field to office) split
• Responsible for leading field crews and completing:
• Environmental pre-disturbance site assessments, overseeing the data collection for the completion of AER Onestop & APEA Digital Regulatory Assurance System (DRAS) applications,
• Electrical System Distribution Widening Program desktop and field site assessments along with associated timber salvage planning,
• Pre-construction wildlife sweeps,
• Environmental Inspection activities for linear projects
• Supporting Client construction personnel with right-of-way/lease scouting to ensure conformity with Integrated Standards and Guidelines
• Conducting consultation and site visits with local indigenous communities
• Preparation and submission of Onestop and DRAS applications; including project referrals to existing reservation/notation holders
• Performing desktop and field wetland delineation in support of Onestop and DRAS water act applications
• Preparation and submission of applications for Temporary Field Authorizations to Alberta Energy Regulatory and Alberta Environment & Protected Areas
• Provide GIS mapping support as required for all of the above
• Oversight and completion of associated reporting for all of the above

LOCATION

• This position will be based out of our Sherwood Park office and requires overnight travel to the field
• Flexible remote work ability

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided
  

APPLY NOW

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

*We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*