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With 41,000 people in more than 100 countries, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. Our highly capable team provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments.

AECOM understands the value of our natural environment and the need to minimize impacts from society and industry. As one of the world’s leading global consultancies, our 5000 talented professionals have a long history of providing environmental solutions for clients around the world.

General Duties:

Junior or Intermediate Fisheries Biologist will conduct fisheries habitat assessments and aquatic sampling including backpack and boat electrofishing, gill netting, benthic invertebrates, water sampling etc.
Environmental assessments related to the aquatic environment for small and large projects throughout northern and western Canada
Work in a team or independently under the direction of the senior aquatic biologist
Extensive field work locally and in remote locations, may be away from home for extended periods of time
Technical report preparation
Requirements:
University degree in Biology, Ecology or Environmental Sciences;
Minimum requirement of Bachelor’s degree with 2 years experience or equivalent;
Experience conducting fish habitat and fish community assessments;
Experience in fish sampling and fish species and life stage ID
Experience conducting benthic invertebrate sampling and identification;
Water sampling experience
Knowledge of environmental regulations, specifically in Alberta
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Strong Organizational skills for coordinating field work and equipment
Experience operating boats, ATVs and snowmobiles;
Must be comfortable working in the field at remote locations for sometimes extended durations
Valid Class 5 drivers license
AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation package. AECOM is much more than just a place to work. It’s a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. Come grow with us! For more information on AECOM, please visit our website at www.aecom.com. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please email your resume to michelle.mattie@aecom.com. You can also apply online at www.aecom.com.