Geotechnical Technician

SUDBURY

We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector. Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond. We have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more.

The Opportunity:

We have a new opportunity for a Geotechnical Technician to join our team on a full-time basis based in Sudbury, Ontario. You will join the Construction Services team within our Mine Waste and Geotechnical Engineering group. This opportunity will allow you to develop your technical skills in the field and in our geotechnical laboratory.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP #GlobalMining

A day in the life:

• Provide technical services in a field, laboratory and office environment
• Supervise and/or carry out site geotechnical inspections of construction work and materials testing
• Conduct in situ testing of various materials on construction sites, compaction testing, and testing of concrete and asphalt
• Carry out laboratory tests on soils, aggregates, concrete, and other construction materials to applicable standards
• Monitor the progress of tests until completion, while recording relevant data and observations
• Maintain detailed lab notes
• Clean, maintain, repair, and calibrate testing equipment
• Participate in a team environment
• Demonstrate a "Safety-First" focus and act as a role model to other staff
• Maintain a high standard of behavior to uphold WSP's reputation and demonstrate a commitment to our Core Values; and work with and provide support to other members of the field technician group in assisting with other field and office activities as required

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Geological, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma from a recognized Engineering Technology program
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Flexible schedule, with the ability to work overtime and/or weekends as required
• Safety oriented attitude; current First Aid and WHMIS training will be considered an asset
• Previous experience working as a geotechnical technologist will be considered an asset

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.