Intermediate Aquatic Ecologist

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The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here - Are you ready to take the next step in your environmental career? Join our collaborative ecology team where your work directly contributes to protecting biodiversity and shaping sustainable development across Ontario. You'll lead aquatic field programs, mentor junior staff, and deliver real-world conservation outcomes-all while being supported by a team that values your growth and ideas.

Your Impact

• Lead and support fish and fish habitat field programs, including habitat inventories, fish community sampling, and Species at Risk assessments.
• Conduct spawning assessments, benthic invertebrate sampling, and water quality evaluations using recognized protocols (OBBN, CABIN, EEM).
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and contribute to environmental approvals and multidisciplinary project documentation.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of learning and safety.
• Engage with clients, Indigenous communities, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and collaboration.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated solutions for complex projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart

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Make Your Mark with WSP

Ready to bring your expertise to projects that matter? Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career with WSP.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT : $69,700 - $92,300

MB & ON : $63,600 - $87,500

Atlantic Provinces & QC : $62,900 - $83,600

Disclosure :

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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