Senior Reclamation Specialist in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Reclamation Specialist based in Canada.

This role offers an opportunity to take technical leadership in environmental reclamation projects that directly contribute to land restoration and sustainable resource development. You will work within multidisciplinary teams delivering complex reclamation and vegetation management initiatives across Western Canada. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with client engagement, regulatory coordination, and project leadership responsibilities. You will play a key role in ensuring high-quality environmental outcomes while supporting compliance with provincial regulatory frameworks. In addition to project execution, you will contribute to mentoring junior staff and strengthening technical capabilities across teams. The environment is collaborative, purpose-driven, and focused on delivering measurable environmental impact. This is a senior role suited for professionals who want to influence both project outcomes and broader environmental practices.

• Lead and support the delivery of reclamation, vegetation management, and site assessment projects within multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide senior technical review and approval of reports, work plans, proposals, cost estimates, and regulatory submissions.
• Act as a key liaison with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders to ensure clear communication and project alignment.
• Support project managers in planning, execution, and delivery of environmental reclamation programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, technical procedures, and applicable provincial regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposals, scopes of work, and client relationship growth.
• Mentor and train junior and intermediate staff, sharing technical expertise and field experience.
• Participate in technical practice communities to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

• Degree or technical diploma in environmental science, geology, engineering, land reclamation, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of consulting experience in environmental reclamation, including at least 5 years focused on regulatory closure for oil and gas sites.
• Professional designation or eligibility for membership in a relevant professional association (e.g., SIA, AIA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in reclamation project delivery, including revegetation, vegetation management, and detailed site assessments.
• Solid knowledge of provincial regulatory requirements and environmental closure processes in Western Canada.
• Experience preparing technical reports, work plans, cost estimates, and regulatory submissions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret environmental data and make informed technical decisions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and work effectively in collaborative teams.
• Valid and clean Class 5 driver’s license.

• Competitive salary range of approximately CAD 90,000 to 146,000, based on experience and location.
• Flexible work arrangements, including potential remote options depending on project needs.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact environmental restoration and reclamation projects across Western Canada.
• Strong focus on professional development, mentorship, and technical growth.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment focused on innovation and sustainability.
• Exposure to complex regulatory frameworks and advanced reclamation methodologies.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace committed to equal opportunity and accessibility.