Environmental Specialist

The role

You will manage and facilitate hazardous waste disposal services and shipments for clients. This involves utilizing Provincial and Federal regulations and providing technical expertise and labour at municipal Household Hazardous Waste events.

What you will do

• Develop an understanding of OHSA regulations and Triumvirate’s Health and Safety practices.
• Develop Provincial and Federal regulatory expertise.
• Prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal.
• Segregate waste as per chemical compatibility and Provincial waste class codes.
• Perform container labelling and Provincial chain of custody / billing documentation preparation.
• Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites.
• Loading and unloading of waste from vehicles.
• Safe operation of Triumvirate commercial vehicles (Class G) while transporting hazardous materials.
• Provide technical expertise and labour at municipal Household Hazardous Waste events on weekends.
• Perform and document Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits for clients.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or College diploma in an environmental/chemistry related discipline or equivalent experience in the hazardous-waste industry
• Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies
• Skilled in building strong, positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work overtime on as needed basis
• Must be willing to work flexible days and hours throughout the work week and year
• Ability to complete a 2-to-3-year professional advancement program in hazardous waste management
• Must be able to follow company personal protective equipment policies
• Valid Ontario driver’s license
• Must have a reliable form of transportation
• Must be eligible to work in Canada without future sponsorship

Nice to have

• Prior relevant industry experience
• Prior successful experience in a customer service role

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Safety training for some positions
• Opportunities for external trainings and certifications
• Mentorship & Career Succession Planning
• RRSP contribution program

Before you apply

• Must be eligible to work in Canada without future sponsorship

About the company

Triumvirate Environmental is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America. They provide services to life sciences, advanced manufacturing, higher education, healthcare and household hazardous waste sectors.