Environmental Remediation Specialist

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories View all jobs

  • Whiteshell, MB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Do you thrive in roles where your technical decisions directly shape the future health and safety of lands, ecosystems, and communities? Would you enjoy a position where you can balance hands‑on fieldwork, advanced technology evaluation, and meaningful engagement with the public, First Nations, and Métis as part of a major site restoration initiative? Our Whiteshell location is looking for an Environmental Remediation Specialist to support the remediation decision-making process. If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Apply today!What will you be doing!
  • Providing technical review and development of environmental standards, policies, procedures, and guidance documents.
  • Implementation of CNL (Canadian Nuclear Laboratories) Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation Standard (ESAR) and soil management policy for Whiteshell Site.
  • Providing input to projects as required to assist with environmental management/operating procedures for soil and groundwater issues.
  • Participating in engagement exercises, including presentations to public gatherings and Indigenous groups.
  • Assisting in the development and updating of the Whiteshell Site Restoration Plan.
  • Providing mentoring and coaching to junior Environmental Remediation Specialists and other ESAR Branch members.
  • Other duties as assigned by your manager.
What we are looking for:
  • Education
  • Master's or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Geoscience, or Environmental Science from a university of recognized standing or membership in an engineering or scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
  • Experience
  • A minimum of 5-10 years of related experience in the field of Environmental Site Assessment and/or Remediation, augmented with suitable knowledge in the nuclear field.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact with team members, internal suppliers, operations representatives, external contractors, project stakeholders, CNL management, and the client organization.
  • Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Must be results-driven and possess the ability to interpret project needs and implement solutions.
  • Awareness of standards, regulatory requirements, best available methodologies in remediation, characterization, and risk assessment as they pertain to environmental investigations and remediation work for both nuclear and non-nuclear impacts.
  • Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”
Working Conditions:
  • We have a compressed work week: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week, starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • This position is part of the WPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the WPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.
  • An office environment where regular concentration on a computer screen is required.
Field visits may be necessary and require the use of all applicable safety equipment and absolute adherence to safe work policies/practices, radiation protection policies/practices, and any other CNL safety requirements mandated by the organization.Why CNL?Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.What We Offer: A Total Rewards PackageWe believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:
  • Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
  • Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period
  • Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
  • A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
  • Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow
  • Restoring and protecting the environment
  • Contributing to the health of Canadians
If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL.Located near Pinawa, Manitoba, our Whiteshell site is surrounded by pristine lakes, rivers, and forests — a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers a peaceful, close-knit community atmosphere, ideal for those who enjoy nature, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle.Please note: This is a fully onsite position based at our Whiteshell site, Manitoba.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & InclusionAt CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to all about it!We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:
  • Respect
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Safety
  • Integrity
  • Excellence
These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via . All requests will be handled with confidentiality.Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home. CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.

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