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Senior Fisheries Biologist

Whitehorse, YT🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-16 → 2026-09-27

Core

Lead technical delivery of fisheries and aquatic resources services for mining and industrial clients, from project planning and field mobilization through analysis, reporting, and regulatory closeout.

Role type

Senior IC fisheries biologist (lead)

Builds

Environmental assessments, regulatory applications, and remediation strategies for mining and industrial sectors

Domain

Mining industry + environmental consulting

Required skills

Aquatic ecology, statistical analysis, regulatory compliance, field sampling, QA/QC, project management, client advisory, mentoring, business development support

Preferred skills

R.P. Bio designation, CABIN certification, MDMER/EEM program experience, Fisheries Act authorization experience

Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite, monitoring instrumentation

Responsibilities

Lead technical direction for fisheries projects; analyze and interpret environmental data; conduct summary and technical reporting; lead QA/QC and senior technical reviews; provide client guidance on risks and permitting; collect environmental data and manage sample custody; oversee remote field programs and field crews; mentor junior team members; support business development and proposal work

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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