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We are looking to add Environmental Quality Control Inspectors to our team!
Position Title: Environmental Quality Control Inspector
Reports to: Manager, Technical Services
Department: Technical Services

POSITION SUMMARY

The Environmental Quality Control (QC) Inspector is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, project specifications, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols for environmental remediation and demolition projects. This role will support large demolitions and abatement projects, overseeing hazardous materials management, environmental monitoring, and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. The QC Inspector will work closely with site supervisors, project managers, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project-specific environmental protection plans and QA/QC procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

At times, it may be required to endure standing for long periods of time, lifting objects up to 100 lbs, performing repetitive motions, or completing physically demanding tasks during project field work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree or College Diploma in Occupational/Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental quality control, remediation, hazardous materials monitoring, or industrial demolition.
• Experience with contaminated site remediation, hazardous waste handling, and air quality monitoring.
• Adept at working with little supervision, problem solving and adapting to change;
• Able to find ways to obtain project objectives and deliverables, while maintaining time and budget constraints;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; ability to interact with various types of stakeholders, regulators and first nations;
• Experience with various types of environmental consulting projects and ability to problem solve in the field;
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for fieldwork in remote locations.
• First Aid, H2S Alive, TDG, WHMIS, and other safety certifications (or willingness to obtain).

KBL IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE. WE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS OF ALL BACKGROUNDS, IDENTITIES, AND EXPERIENCES. HOWEVER, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF CERTAIN CONTRACTS IN THIS REGION, PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO INDIGENOUS CANDIDATES. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY THEIR INDIGENOUS STATUS AND COMMUNITY ON THEIR RESUME IF APPLICABLE. IF YOU REQUIRE ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS, PLEASE LET US KNOW.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

• Quality Control & Compliance Monitoring:
  o Conduct daily environmental inspections of demolition, waste handling, and remediation activities to ensure compliance with project QA/QC plans and regulatory standards.
  o Review and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for waste segregation, hazardous materials handling, and environmental protection.

o Ensure chain-of-custody documentation for all environmental samples collected on-site.

• Hazardous Materials & Waste Management:

o Inspect waste segregation and disposal activities to ensure compliance with the Waste Management Plan (WMP) and hazardous waste handling regulations.
o Verify proper containment, labeling, and tracking of contaminated materials for off-site disposal.
o Conduct field validation of waste characterization and ensure documentation aligns with regulatory and client requirements.
o Assist with spill response and implementation of emergency environmental controls if required.

o Ensure waste manifest documentation for all waste movement on site.

• Reporting & Documentation:

o Maintain detailed daily field logs, photographs, and compliance reports.
o Compile and submit QA/QC checklists, field reports, and environmental monitoring data to the Project Manager.
o Assist in preparing regulatory reports for submission to governing bodies (e.g., PSPC, CIRNAC, ECCC).

o Document and track non-conformances, corrective actions, and lessons learned.

• Coordination & Communication:

o Collaborate with site supervisors, subcontractors, and Indigenous partners to implement environmental best practices.
o Attend daily site meetings to report QA/QC findings and environmental compliance issues.
o Provide guidance and training to site personnel on environmental mitigation measures and quality control expectations.

o Work with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) team to integrate environmental protection measures into overall site safety protocols.

• Other Duties as Assigned.