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Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist


Company : Dillon Consulting Limited


Location : Hamilton, Ontario


Created : 2026-01-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist role at Dillon Consulting Limited. Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you! As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fastpaced and agile environment. Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program. Your opportunity Dillons Contaminant Assessment & Management discipline is looking for a Senior Hazardous Materials Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. This position could be based at our Calgary, Edmonton, Chatham, Guelph, Kitchener, London, Windsor, Downtown Toronto, North York, Hamilton, Oakville, Ottawa offices, with preference in Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, Halifax, Sydney, St. Johns. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Responsibilities Train and mentor staff on Hazardous Materials Assessments Establish and maintain standard protocols and reporting standards for Hazardous Materials Assessments Technical review and risk management for hazardous materials assessment and management projects. Manage and coordinate projects and technical studies for a variety of environmental assignments Prepare and present reports and proposals Direct and instruct project team members including natural scientists, engineers, planners, technologists and technical support staff Enhance client relationships and develop new business opportunities with both public and private sector clients Learning & Development Commit to selfdevelopment and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in hazardous materials management and occupational health and safety. Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees. Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring. Qualifications Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Environmental or related disciplines. Minimum 10 years demonstrable experience conducting all aspects of hazardous materials work, and in particular large scale complex asbestos survey and abatement projects for industry and government clients. Enthusiastic and positive attitude and commitment to technical excellence Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, comprehend and proofread written reports and correspondence. Experience Formal hazardous materials training Excellent technical knowledge of applicable regulations, standards, guidelines, best practices and monitoring protocols related to hazardous materials. Strong computer and skills primarily with Microsoft Office programs. Benefits Employee share purchase plan Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees. A competitive compensation package Comprehensive health benefits. Generous retirement savings plan. Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions Flexible work hours and remote working options Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trustbased approach to offer a variety of flexible and remote work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Learning and Development opportunities As a knowledgebased business, the organic growth of our knowledge and skills occur through our work performance and roles. The creation and sharing of knowledge allows us to take local knowledge to scale, capture lessons learned through experience, and continuously improve service delivery. The development of self and others is an evident and measured core behaviour within our organization. We use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and cocreation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities. Focus on Innovation The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to todays problems and tomorrows opportunities. Employee and Family Assistance program A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support wellbeing are available to all employees. Wellness Subsidy Our employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes Job Details Seniority level: MidSenior level Employment type: Fulltime Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dillon Consulting Limited by 2x. About Dillon Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employeeowned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multifaced projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities. Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences. Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business. Please connect with us if you require accommodation in the interview process. We would love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr