Process/Environmental Technologist

Nanaimo Forest Products • Full-time • Nanaimo, British Columbia • 1m ago

Join a company that prides itself on putting its people first.
Competitive salary between $80,000 and $100,000
A great opportunity for a dedicated Environmental/Process Technologist to work in a team-focused environment.
About Harmac Pacific

We are a Market Pulp and Energy production facility located in Nanaimo, B.C. Our company is a private business based on an employee ownership model. Our employees are owners of the company and have a determined commitment to succeed. Our primary business is operating the Harmac Pacific pulp mill which is renowned for its production of world class quality NBSK pulp, along with green electrical energy generation that is exported to BC Hydro. Our vision is to create an industrial site occupied by businesses that can compete with the best in the world. Our success will be achieved through the guidance, ingenuity and hard work of the people that both work for and own our company. Our team is motivated, hardworking, and dedicated. Our location on Vancouver Island provides employees with opportunities to create a balanced lifestyle with everything Vancouver island has to offer.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an Environmental/Process Technologist to play a key role in the operation of our secondary treatment plant and sludge dewatering system, supporting both environmental compliance and pulp production. This role involves hands-on sampling, precise testing, and analysis of results to optimize processes and maintain high standards of quality and environmental responsibility. The position is based primarily in a laboratory, with some fieldwork required.
Key Responsibilities:

Perform routine testing and monitoring for treatment plants, water systems, and dewatering processes.
Conduct process testing, including liquor analyses and washer carryover determinations.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
Manage the submission of samples to contract laboratories and report findings.
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree or technologist diploma in environmental, chemistry, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
Familiarity with ISO 14001, 17025, and 9001 standards.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate scientific results.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility for overtime work.
Valid driver’s license.