Remediation Ecologist

BL4 BIOLOGIST 4

Regular/full-time

Environment and Climate Change

Environmental Programs and Remediation, Environmental Stewardship

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45181

Salary(s): BL4 $96,856.00 - $126,699.00 per year

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Other office locations across the province may be considered.

The Environmental Programs and Remediation Branch administers the Orphaned and Abandoned Mines, Environmental Liabilities Sites, and Quarry Rehabilitation programs. These initiatives focus on remediation, site management, and rehabilitation to reduce environmental and health risks, promote public safety, protect infrastructure, and lower provincial environmental obligations.

To be considered for this competition, you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

Duties:

The position leads environmental assessment, resource management and ecological planning functions on a province-wide basis for the branch. The position coordinates a variety of branch priority projects that contribute to the returning of lands to a natural functioning ecosystem post-remediation for orphaned and abandoned mines, liability contaminated sites, and aggregate quarries.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries

• Defined pension plan

• Life insurance coverage

• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days

• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions

• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service

• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in natural resources management, environmental science, landscape planning, conservation biology, and/or ecosystem management programs. An equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field may be accepted.
• Thorough knowledge of ecological principles, environmental effects mitigation and impact assessment concepts.
• Extensive experience in related discipline(s) at a leadership level with a proven ability to deliver effective outcomes.
• Ability to foster effective relationships with Indigenous communities, stakeholders, and the public.
• Strong political acumen skills.
• Strong written communication skills with demonstrated ability to write reports and plain language documents.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to present effectively.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, coordinate, implement and evaluate complex projects involving interdepartmental, intergovernmental and external stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and Provincial legislation related to environmental approvals.
• Experience using new and emerging technologies to solve complex problems.

Desired:

• Functional use of GIS applications.
• Experience in contract management.
• Experience in financial management.
• Experience in site remediation or rehabilitation.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in French.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be able to travel to work sites within the province by ground, air transportation and boat, and stay overnight as required

• Must be able to work in an outdoor rough terrain environment in remote locations, including potential exposure to construction equipment, slip-trip-fall hazards, sharp objects, deep water, extreme heat and cold, dust, odours, insects, and vegetation

• Must be able to work occasional extended hours or periods of time as project demands

• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position including standing, walking, sitting, bending/lifting, and carrying up to 25 kg and wear any required personal protective equipment

• Must have a valid full Class 5 Manitoba Driver's Licence

To be considered for this competition, you must submit an Application Screening Form (ASF) and a resume. The selection board may rely only on information provided in the ASF to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Note: You may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Click here to access the application form.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45181

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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