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Position Overview:X-Terra Environmental Services Ltd. is currently seeking to fill a position for a Senior Environmental Specialist in our Lloydminster office. The primary role of the successful candidate will be to provide key support for environmental assessments, environmental monitoring, reclamation, regulatory applications and permitting within both the Saskatchewan and Alberta regulatory frameworks for the full life-cycle of projects.Key Responsibilities:Complete environmental monitoring for work in environmentally sensitive areas and on Crown Land.Complete environmental assessments to identify environmental sensitivities and permitting requirements for projects.Execute scopes of work, coordinate field activities and provide field leadership/supervision for reclamation programs.Complete required pre-construction environmental assessments, including species surveys, nest sweeps, bird surveys, vegetation surveys, and wetland identification.Ensure all field work has been documented and uploaded to site specific files, ensure all required documentation and data has been reviewed and is correct.Complete Detailed Site Assessments, Phase I and II environmental site assessments and field investigations including any associated remediation and reclamation work for various oil and gas facilities.Assist with writing regulatory permitting applications and technical reports, for oil and gas, utilities, transportation, and mining industries.Assist with general project coordination and project cost tracking.Act as a liaison between client, contractors, sub-contractors and other stakeholders.Provide mentorship and direction to junior staff to monitoring, soil/vegetation assessments and sampling.Actively participate in the Corporate Health & Safety Program.Travel for fieldwork to complete assessments and monitoring.Qualifications:Diploma or Degree from a postsecondary program in biology, environmental science, or a related earth science discipline is required.Meet the Required Qualifications: Field Environmental Monitors for Oil and Natural Gas Exploration and Development Projects, Saskatchewan Petroleum Industry/Government Environment Committee (SPIGEC), Guideline No. 6, January 2002.2+ years of environmental consulting in the oil and gas industry.Experience working with IOGC, OneStop, IRIS and First Nations communities considered an asset.Experience with environmental consulting for upstream oil and gas projects including: environmental construction monitoring, reclamation, remediation, gas migration, and drilling waste. Biophysical pre-disturbance assessments such as vegetation, wildlife, wetlands, soil considered an asset.Working with heavy equipment (excavations, earthmoving) is considered and asset.Experience conducting species surveys using the Saskatchewan Species Detection Surveys and/or Alberta Sensitive Species Inventory Guidelines Survey Protocols.Vegetation identification skills, in support of the delineation requirements of the Alberta Wetland Classification System; Native Prairie, Forested and agricultural vegetation identification are considered an asset.Previous experience in DSAs, Phase I and II environmental site assessments is considered an asset.A valid Class 5 drivers licence, with a satisfactory drivers abstract, as determined by X-Terra.Valid Standard First Aid CPRC, H2S Alive, and TDG certification at time of position start.ATV/UTV/Snowmobile, Drone license, Ground Disturbance Level II certification is considered an asset.Experience driving off-road, towing a trailer, 4x4 and in all weather conditions.Agriculture & Forestry experience considered an asset.What we are looking for: Organized, attention to detail and accuracy.Initiative, willingness to learn and mentor.Troubleshooting and problem-solving.Flexible/Adaptable for various job scopes as needed.Field Management and ability to multitask and prioritize.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with computer skills.Collaborative and independent abilities.Strong work ethic and physically fit to work in all weather conditions.What We Offer:Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.Comprehensive health and dental benefits.Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.A supportive team culture rooted in safety, integrity, and environmental stewardship.A flexible and dynamic work environment based in Lloydminster.Wage:$90,000 to $100,000 annually based on education, experience and professional affiliation.Application Information:Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted to participate in the interview process.