Environmental Specialist
- Stellarton, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Company Description R.J. MacIsaac Construction Ltd. (RJMI) is a marine services company based in Nova Scotia, Canada, specializing in complex marine and offshore projects. The organization operates a modern, internationally compliant ship recycling facility at the Port of Sheet Harbour, capable of handling vessels up to 800 feet and offshore oil and gas structures. RJMI is equipped with extensive marine and land-based assets that support marine salvage and wreck removal operations. The company works in some of the harshest conditions throughout the Atlantic Basin, emphasizing safety, environmental responsibility, and technical excellence.
Role Description The Environmental Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Stellarton, NS. This position is responsible for supporting and monitoring environmental compliance across marine services, ship recycling, and salvage operations. Day-to-day tasks include conducting site inspections, collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, and ensuring adherence to relevant environmental regulations and company policies. The role involves collaborating with project teams to develop and implement environmental management plans, supporting Environment Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives, and contributing to continuous improvement of environmental performance. The Environmental Specialist will also assist in staff training on environmental best practices and maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
Qualifications
Role Description The Environmental Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Stellarton, NS. This position is responsible for supporting and monitoring environmental compliance across marine services, ship recycling, and salvage operations. Day-to-day tasks include conducting site inspections, collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, and ensuring adherence to relevant environmental regulations and company policies. The role involves collaborating with project teams to develop and implement environmental management plans, supporting Environment Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives, and contributing to continuous improvement of environmental performance. The Environmental Specialist will also assist in staff training on environmental best practices and maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Environmental Science and Environmental Policy, with the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical field conditions.
- Experience in Environmental Compliance and Environment Health and Safety (EHS), including familiarity with Canadian and provincial environmental regulations.
- Effective Communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and communicate requirements to project teams, leadership, and external stakeholders.
- Relevant post-secondary education in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Prior experience in industrial, marine, construction, or resource-sector environments is an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.
- Ability to work on-site in varying weather and field conditions and to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools, sampling techniques, and reporting systems is beneficial.
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Responsibilities
Conduct site inspections, collect and analyze environmental data, prepare reports, and monitor compliance with regulations and company policies across marine, ship recycling, and salvage operations. Collaborate with project teams on environmental management plans and EHS initiatives, support staff training, and maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
Requirements
Requires relevant post-secondary education in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related discipline, along with knowledge of environmental science, policy, compliance, and Canadian and provincial regulations. Candidates should have strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills and be able to work on-site in varied field conditions; experience in industrial, marine, construction, or resource-sector settings is an asset.
Skills
- Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Monitoring
- Environmental Data Analysis
- Environmental Reporting
- Environmental Regulations
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Policy
- Environment, Health, And Safety
- Site Inspections
- Environmental Sampling
- Risk Identification And Mitigation
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Staff Training
- Audit Documentation
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Science & Research
- Construction
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Monitoring
- Environmental Data Analysis
- Environmental Sampling
- Site Inspections
- Environmental Reporting
- Canadian Environmental Regulations
- Provincial Environmental Regulations
- Environment, Health, And Safety
- Risk Identification
- Risk Mitigation
- Audit Documentation
- Regulatory Reviews
- Staff Training
- Marine Services
- Ship Recycling
- Marine Salvage
- Wreck Removal
- Construction
- Fieldwork
- Continuous Improvement