Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself supporting a complex decommissioning project? Would you like to be a part of a team that directly impacts our environment? If you answered yes, this may be the role for you. Our Whiteshell location is looking for a Decommissioning/Environmental Specialist to join the team. Apply today!What will you be doing!
Providing advice and guidance to project proponents on assessment strategies and requirements.
Preparing portions of the EIS and/or EA follow-up documentation.
Preparing and/or reviewing CNSC comments and dispositions on the licence amendment.
Providing technical reviews of EIS and other technical documents prepared by a third party.
Preparing responses and materials to support Indigenous engagement activities.
Presenting public and technical project updates to clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and other stakeholders.
Compiling and maintaining WR-1 Project commitments and coordinating, tracking, and reporting their completion.
Analyzing monitoring data generated by follow-up program activities within a set timeframe to confirm environmental assessment predictions and follow up on deviations from forecasts.
Participating in any identified field activities (for example, species at risk surveys, migratory bird assessments, and sample collection).
Providing oversight on project and operational compliance with regulatory requirements by reviewing contractor submittals, performing inspections of the WR-1 site and contractors, and evaluating implementation of the environmental compliance program.
Other duties as assigned by your manager.
What we are looking for:
Education
Honours Bachelor's in Science, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or related field from a university of recognized standing or membership in a scientific professional organization authorized by statute, qualification for membership in that organization
Experience
5 years of experience in the following areas will be considered an asset:
Authoring Technical Reports
Presenting information to a variety of audiences, internal and external, including the public and Indigenous communities.
Interacting with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and other Federal Regulatory Agencies.
Understanding and applying regulations to project activities and documents.
Experience in environmental pathway modelling and preparation of environmental assessments is an asset.
Experience in reviewing project plans and documentation for compliance with requirements.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of Federal and Manitoba environmental laws and regulations is desired, especially the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act.
Knowledge of Nuclear Safety and Control Act and its regulations.
General knowledge of radioactivity and radioactive waste management practices, as well as a complementary area of expertise (e.g., geology, hydrogeology, biology, chemistry, etc.) to facilitate data analysis.
Awareness of standards, regulatory requirements, and best available methodologies in remediation, characterization, and risk assessment as they pertain to nuclear remediation work.
An understanding of groundwater, effluent, and other types of environmental monitoring.
Familiarity with the environmental aspects of nuclear site operations would be highly desirable.
Experience or interest in Indigenous and stakeholder engagement is highly desirable.
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, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day, starting at 6 am.
May occasionally be required to address urgent operational matters that necessitate overtime or extended working hours to meet requirements.
Why CNL?Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.We offer a complete total rewards package :
Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
Tuition support;
Pension and,
A compressed workweek allows you to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being, and at CNL, we value this!
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
Restore and protect the Environment.
Contribute to the health of Canadians.
Location:CNL ’s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, roughly an hour by car from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquillity and those who love the outdoors.CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read for more on our DE&I Commitment.CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.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.
