WSP Group

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Industrial Hygienist to join our Sudbury office as part of our Mining Industrial Hygiene practice. The position will provide technical support on a variety of industrial hygiene (IH) and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) projects, primarily industrial hygiene assessment planning, fieldwork participation, and sampling, reporting, and client communication.

This position requires periodic travel within Northern Ontario and elsewhere in Canada for work at client sites. This individual should expect to spend up to 50% of their work time at client sites; each individual trip generally lasts 1 to 10 days. This individual should be able to conduct assessments at industrial facilities, including climbing ladders, walking up stairs, and carrying field equipment.

You will be involved in projects within our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. As an Associate Industrial Hygienist with WSP, you will grow your career on a variety of project types. Our clients are mainly from the mining industry but can also include other industries such as renewable energy, manufacturing, transportation, industrial/commercial, and local government agencies. You will be involved in a variety of projects from long-term endeavors with established project teams, to short-term, quick-turn projects with self-driven groups and individuals. Our goal at WSP is to help you succeed by using your expertise and fostering additional abilities to integrate you into our team as you develop your technical and management skills.

Our ideal candidate has a strong work ethic and drive for excellence, is adaptable to changing schedules and circumstances, and has strong attention detail, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills. The candidate also has excellent communication skills (written and verbal), the ability to work alone or within a larger team.

Your Impact

• Take the lead in IH-related field assignments such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments, and similar assignments.

• Assist senior staff in conducting EHS audits and EHS program development.

• Collect and document field data and observations in a clear and organized manner utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment and workspace monitoring equipment.

• Assist in the collection of environmental samples.

• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret field and analytical data obtained during field investigations.

• Evaluate findings, make recommendations, and prepare written and verbal reports. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations.

• Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, field/work site notes, and software.

• Synthesize and summarize large amounts of information contained in regulatory files, environmental permits, and other environmental documentation.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety Engineering, or other related discipline.

• 1 to 3 years of experience working as an Industrial Hygienist.

• Proficiency with IH sampling techniques and equipment.

• Highly familiar with relevant occupational health and safety laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

• Working knowledge of Canadian and provincial environmental laws and regulations.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.

• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

• Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature the rough terrain typical of mine sites and to enter and work within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.

• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to solve problems independently, using knowledge gained from increasing experience.

• Self-sufficient, self-motivated and ability to work under pressure of deadlines.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.

• Proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.

• Proven track record of upholding workplace health and safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation

• We are locally dedicated with international scale

• We are future focused and challenge the status quo

• We foster collaboration in everything we do

• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

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).

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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)