Sample Coordinator, Laboratory

The Opportunity:

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 70,000 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 primary role of the Sample Coordinator, Laboratory will be to receive, log and organize laboratory samples. Other laboratory or warehouse tasks will be required when time permits or as required.

Why choose 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.
• 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

What you can expect to do here:

WSP has a new opportunity for a Laboratory Sample Coordinator to join our Laboratory team based in Burlington, Ontario.

• You will receive, log and organize incoming samples for all groups within the laboratory team
• Communicate with lab supervisors and team members to arrange pick up and deliveries of supplies and samples.
• Verify sample information and ensure correct labelling and documentation
• Ensure proper care, handling, and storage of test samples during delivery and pick-up.
• Perform preliminary sample preparation as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication. (Speaks clearly and fluently, provides feedback, proactive, closes the loop)
• Following Health and Safety responsibilities, under all applicable government legislations and WSP policies and procedures.
• Demonstrating a "Safety First" focus and acts as a role model to other staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must be comfortable driving trucks and vans
• Must display good judgement. Has the confidence to ask questions, knows when to and is willing to ask for help.
• Lifting or moving up to 40 lbs may be required.
• Overtime as required.
• Early morning and evening hours required.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills;
• A strong work ethic;
• An ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• The ability to do some shift work as needed including evenings;
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment;
• A valid clean driver's license;
• Basic computing skills;
• A willingness to learn and work in a dynamic setting;
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

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.