Assistant Technicians, Lab and Field Services - Atlantic Canada

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The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here - Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

Our team is growing, and as a result we're looking for Laboratory and Field Technicians to join our amazing group of professionals. As part of the Materials Engineering Team across Atlantic Canada, you will be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our service offering in the province through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff. You will conduct various tests, analyses, and experiments to characterize and evaluate the properties of materials used in construction for our major clients. Your contributions will directly impact the advancement of cutting-edge technologies and the creation of novel materials that drive our industry forward.

This position is expected to support seasonal project demands and may be offered as a seasonal role, depending on workload and business needs.

Your Impact

• Perform a range of field and/or laboratory tests and experiments to assess material (soil, concrete and hot mix asphalt) properties, composition, and behaviour.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment and instruments, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Support equipment calibration, maintenance and general housekeeping requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Support sample management and safe material handling practices required for shipping, receiving, logging, handling, storage and disposal of samples.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, scientists and technical specialists to support ongoing projects and deliver valuable insights.
• Compile and analyze experimental data using a variety of test methods and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously using strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Follow WSP's Project Review, Ethics and Safety Policies while contributing to the success of major infrastructure and construction projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience or interest in field and laboratory testing of construction materials such as soils, concrete and asphalt.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software for data analysis.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• You enjoy a combination of fieldwork and office-based work and are comfortable travelling to various project sites as required. You aren't afraid to get your hands dirty!
• A valid driver's licence and the ability to provide a current, satisfactory driver's abstract are required, as regular travel to project sites and field locations will be necessary.
• You are a self-starter who is driven to learn and eager to engage with a multidisciplinary team.
• Sound understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace and a strong safety-first mindset.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills, along with strong reliability, punctuality and time-management skills.
• Light to moderate lifting may be required.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

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Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $57,500 - $76,200
MB & ON: $52,500 - $72,300
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $52,200 - $69,900

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're passionate about hands-on testing, enjoy working both indoors and outdoors, and want to contribute to the successful delivery of impactful infrastructure and construction projects across Atlantic Canada, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with a team that's shaping the future of our communities.

#LI-HybridAt WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

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Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .