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Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Site C - Fort St. John or Vancouver)

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Fort St. John Site C Constr Ofc

Employment type: Temporary Region: Southern Interior

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 86,000.00 - 92,600.00

What you'll do

- Under the supervision of a registered professional, prepares terms of reference, budget estimates, related analytical and

other research reports for portions of fish- and wildlife related research programs and projects and determines project
approach and objectives, parameters, costs and staff requirements and establishes priorities. Reviews, evaluates and
recommends selection of consultants and reviews their reports to determine technical acceptability.

- Prepares and implements work plans and schedules for portions of programs for mitigating and/or compensating for the

effects of new and existing BC Hydro facilities and construction, operations and maintenance activities on wildlife, fish,
aquatic and natural ecosystems. Inspects, monitors and administers projects (including contract administration).

- Conducts field reviews and inspections of construction, operations, maintenance and waste management/pollution

prevention systems activities. Monitors compliance with environmental permits and BC Hydro's best management practices.
May provide technical direction to field personnel in sampling techniques. Prepares and ensures contingency and closure
plans are valid. Reviews documentation, terms of references, standards, guidelines and summaries of requirements for




technical content to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, environmental and safety legislation.

- Participates in environmental reviews of operating facilities to identify potential environmental impacts and associated

mitigation methods. Makes recommendations in accordance with established protocols related to the upgrading of facilities
or mitigating the impacts of BC Hydro's operations.

- Under the supervision of a registered professional, provides technical advice/guidance to ensure environmental issues,

objectives and strategies are considered and incorporated into operational plans.

- Under the supervision of a registered professional, provides biological and/or scientific information at public meetings,

license hearings, and to program or environmental groups. Provides technical advice and instructions to field personnel in
the event of emergency environmental problems and may seek guidance from a registered professional.

- May be deployed to the field to respond to unforeseen environmental concerns and may coordinate response teams and

routine external reporting. Participates in incident investigations as required.

- Performs some or all of the duties of the lower-level Natural Resource Specialist job.

- Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

- Bachelor of Science degree (such as Biology, Geoscience or a relevant field); AND two (2) years of relevant work

experience.

OR

- Technologist Diploma in Science; AND three (3) years of relevant work experience.

- Must be either eligible for professional designation OR registered in the “in Training” category with a regulatory body

governed by the BC Professional Governance Act.

- Must hold a valid class five (5) driver’s license.

What we offer

- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses





For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P; employees must meet the time in role
requirements specified in the updated M&P; TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as
outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

- This postings is for a Full Time Temporary position scheduled until approximately December 2027.

- This role will be headquartered at BC Hydro’s Fort St. John office or the Dunsmuir (Vancouver) office. Please note that

employees based at the Dunsmuir office will be required to travel regularly to Fort St. John. Further details will be discussed
during the recruitment process.

- A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing: Driver's License

Type = Class 5

- Please note, the successful candidate on this opportunity will perform Site C environmental duties in support of Site C

work construction work in Fort St. John.

- Please note in regards to being eligible for membership with the College of Applied Biology we are also willing to consider

those that are qualified/eligible with another Skilled Association.

- Spends approximately 60 to 70% of time in the field. Exposed to all types of weather conditions at work sites that may be

remote. Approximately 10% of time is spent in a vehicle. Regular exposure to river and lake conditions when performing
field work may be required. May be required to operate -4x4 trucks on rough access roads. Field duties require climbs or
walks on uneven, steep and/or rough terrain in all weathers.

- Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will

be required as a pre-condition to employment.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,
include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without
any delays.

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3

Date Posted: 2026-11-06 Closing Date: 2026-11-16

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📌 Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Site C - Fort St. John or Vancouver)
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