Senior Terrestrial Biologist / Ecologist

About the role

Egis is looking for a Senior Terrestrial Biologist or Ecologist for its Ecological Services Team in Mississauga. The role covers a range of monitoring and assessment programs supporting mining, nuclear and linear infrastructure projects and others. Fieldwork may involve collecting water, sediment, benthic macroinvertebrates and fish samples, and surveying birds, bats, mammals, protected species, trees and vegetation. Travel to locations across Canada for up to two weeks is possible, with expenses paid.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to technical and commercial proposals for ecological services.
• Advise clients internally and externally on environmental risks, permitting pathways, regulatory compliance and mitigation and offsetting strategies.
• Design field work for environmental assessments, biological surveys and monitoring.
• Prepare technical specifications and reports such as Fish and Fish Habitat, Existing Conditions, Environmental Impact Statements, Species Conservation Plans and Fisheries Act authorizations.
• Help expand the Ecological Services line, especially in environmental and impact assessment, and grow the practice by spotting market opportunities and client needs.
• Develop client relationships, support proposals and lead new business lines and technical services.
• Plan field logistics, lead teams and oversee project delivery and budgets.
• Mentor staff, share knowledge and develop training programs and technical guidance documents.

Required profile

• University degree in biology, ecology, wildlife, natural resources or a related field.
• At least 15 years of experience in biology, ecology and environmental assessment projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in provincial and federal environmental legislation and policy in Ontario and Canada (e.g. Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act).
• Familiarity with environmental assessment and impact assessment under federal, provincial and municipal rules, and with regulatory bodies such as MNR, Conservation Authorities, DFO and MTO.
• Field identification of terrestrial, aquatic and avian species, including Species of Conservation Concern in Ontario.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle and willingness to travel throughout Ontario; able to lift 50 lbs and work shifts including twelve-hour days and nights.

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other reporting, data analysis and communication software.
• Ability to prepare professional reports for senior staff and clients, and to perform statistical analysis of ecological data.
• Excellent English communication; French is an asset.

Assets: certification or familiarity with electro-fishing, wetland evaluation (e.g. OWES) and Ecological Land Classification. The advertised salary range may vary with qualifications and experience, and the role is eligible for a referral bonus.