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Faculty, Landfill Design and Operations

Burnaby, BC
CA$65,045 - CA$113,545/per annum
Mid Level
temporary
part_time

Top Benefits

Competitive pay
25+ days vacation
Employer-paid health & dental plan

About the role

BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.2 FTE**) Instructor** to teach EENG 8445 – Landfill Design and Operations as part of the Environmental Engineering, Bachelor of Technology program.

The Environmental Engineering, Bachelor of Technology program is offered full-time or part-time and provides engineering and science graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work on a wide range of environmental assignments, such as air quality, contaminated sites, water and wastewater treatments, emissions monitoring and reporting, and sustainability management.

Duties & Responsibilities

Faculty are key to the success of the department’s programs through technical and instructional excellence, close ties with industry and by mentoring and motivating students to succeed. The program is currently seeking an enthusiastic and team-oriented instructor to teach EENG 8445 – Landfill Design and Operations.

EENG 8445 introduces various aspects of landfill planning, operations, and design and utilizes practical examples from landfills in BC. Acts and Regulations governing landfills, industry research, and operational improvements over time are evaluated. Acts and Regulations governing environmental impacts stemming from landfill operations are also presented. State-of-the-art environmental control strategies currently in use are illustrated. Potential environmental impacts are analyzed. An overview of potential hazardous wastes will be introduced. Practical strategies for minimizing leachate generation, surface water run-off, landfill gas generation and composition, odour, litter, animal, and dust control are evaluated.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS**:**

  • A Master’s Degree in Engineering or Science; PhD would be an asset

  • Experience in the various aspects of solid waste composition (including potential hazardous waste), management and the multidisciplinary tasks associated with practical landfill management within the context of current BC regulations.

  • Knowledge of landfill planning factors that affect operations, siting, and environmental controls.

  • Current knowledge with, and the ability to discuss regulations pertaining to environmental controls and environmental management at solid waste facilities in BC.

  • Current knowledge with, and the ability to discuss potential environmental impacts with respect to leachate generation, surface water runoff, landfill gas generation and nuisance issues.

  • Experience in developing an environmental monitoring program for a solid waste facility.

  • Teaching experience in the post-secondary environment.

  • Strong communication and team skills.

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
  • Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Position Details

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

Natural Resources and Environment

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status

Temporary

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Start Date

01/06/2026

Anticipated End Date

04/28/2026

Competition Information

Competition Number

25FSA704

Competition Open Date

12/20/2025

Competition Close Date

12/24/2025

Open Until Filled?

No

About British Columbia Institute of Technology

Higher Education
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For 60 years, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has been delivering flexible, relevant, and future-proof education that prepares learners to provide applied solutions to industry challenges.

As one of BC’s largest post-secondary institutes with five campuses, 300+ programs, and over 45,000 students enrolled each year, BCIT connects education, industry, and government in building an agile workforce. The BCIT curriculum is developed through close consultation with industry, and delivered by instructors who have hands-on experience in their fields.

BCIT offers over 300 programs – from certificates and diplomas to bachelor's and master's degrees – in areas such as Applied and Natural Sciences, Business and Media, Computing, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Trades and Apprenticeship.