Hazardous Materials & Hygiene Technician

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We’re home to ambitious, passionate, innovative world shapers. With unmatched engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers . We are WSP . The Opportunity Build the future with us - You’ll join our Occupational Hygiene and Safety team, working closely with industrial occupational hygienists, hazardous materials specialists, professionals, and technologists. Using your technical skills, you’ll conduct onsite assessments and monitoring for a range of public and private clients. You’ll be supported by experienced technicians, project managers, and senior practitioners, with opportunities to quickly grow your autonomy. WSP invests in your development through mentoring, safety and technical training, job shadowing, and hands‑on learning. This role is 90% fieldwork / 10% office , with travel across Alberta, Western, and Northern Canada. You’ll conduct field surveys, prepare reports, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to high‑impact client deliverables. Your Impact Apply technical knowledge of methods, regulations, equipment, and procedures. Make routine and non‑routine decisions with guidance from your Project Manager. Support projects by preparing and calibrating sampling equipment and identifying site issues with recommended corrective actions. Conduct occupational hygiene and hazardous material assessments, including asbestos surveys, mold, lead, and PCB evaluations. Collect samples, interpret data, and prepare clear, accurate reports. Analyze results against legislation and industry guidelines. Supervise asbestos abatement activities. Complete air quality assessments (IAQ, welding fume, noise, etc.). Liaise with clients to ensure health, safety, and hygiene needs are met. Participate in WSP’s Health, Safety, and Quality program and ongoing technical training. Accommodate client schedules, including potential evening, overnight, and weekend work. The Skills That Set You Apart Secondary Education is an asset and may include Occupational Hygiene Technician certificate (ROHT, CRST, etc.), diploma (Environmental Technology, Civil Engineering), technical/trade education, or B.Sc. Eligibility for professional membership is an asset (i.e., CRSP, CIH, ROH). Experience in occupational hygiene or hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, silica, etc.) is an asset. Experience with abatement contractors is beneficial but not required. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication; proficiency with MS Office. Valid Class 5 driver’s license, unrestricted, with reliable insured vehicle. Ability to wear required PPE (respiratory protection, hard hat, hi‑vis, coveralls, boots, glasses). Adaptable, eager to expand your skills, and comfortable managing a busy workload. Team‑oriented, enthusiastic, and ready to take on responsibility. Motivated to grow within a leading global environmental consulting firm. Compensation BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $29.00 – $38.90 MB & ON: $26.40 – $36.90 Atlantic Provinces & QC: $26.20 – $35.30 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Ready to Shape Safer Workplaces? Join a team that helps protect people, supports communities, and delivers meaningful environmental and occupational health solutions across Canada. If you're looking for hands-on experience, technical growth, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in building your career with WSP.