The Opportunity: Key elements of this role include::

• Monitoring environmental performance of contract service providers as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with the Project Team and Contractors to achieve EPP requirements.
• Interpreting the EPP and permit requirements to construction activities in the field.
• Documenting findings in a GIS phone app, including photos.
• Enter Nova Scotia Power Safety and Environmental Incident Reports and review Contractor Incident Reports.
• Coordinate level of effort with the environmental aspects of construction activities; specifically monitoring activities with potential environmental effects (e.g. installation of temporary bridges, culverts, and wetland crossings).
• Providing oversight of contractor’s environmental mitigation and spill response.
• Review of contractor’s installation of Erosion and Sediment Controls.
• Preparation and presentation of environmental information for public presentations.
• Attending meetings at Nova Scotia Power Lower Water Street office in Halifax when needed.
• Working safely and independently in the field year-round in a variety of environments and weather conditions.
• Maintaining supportive and respectful working relationship with Mi’kmaq Community Monitors.

These skills will make you successful:: Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree, (preferably in ecology, biology, environmental science, etc.), or a relevant field OR a related diploma with equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry and assessing environmental compliance is an asset.
• Field experience and an understanding of contractor compliance is an asset.
• Experience in spill response an asset.
• Contaminated Site Professional with experience in Phase I or II environmental site assessments is an asset.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to read a GPS and navigate to site.
• An understanding of risk assessment and risk management concepts.
• Awareness of provincial and federal environmental assessment legislation, regulations, and processes.
• Focus and a commitment to working safely and looking out for others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and make independent decisions in a timely manner.
• Ability to address and de-escalate conflict.
• Possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License (Class 5 with 2 years minimum driving experience) and have a clean driver’s abstract.

Learn more about our culture and values: The perks of joining our team? We offer::

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera: Recruitment & Promotion Policy: