Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

Our Environmental business in Santiago is seeking a Graduate Environmental / Chemical Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the future of our Contamination Assessment & Remediation (CAR) service line by supporting the coordination and delivery of a wide range of environmental solutions and projects. This position is based in Santiago, Chile.

The primary purpose of this role is to support geological and hydrogeological assessments for projects involving the investigation and evaluation of contamination across various environmental media, including soil, groundwater, and other matrices. You will contribute to the preparation of technical reports that support proposals, budgets, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory compliance for civil infrastructure and environmental remediation projects.

Drawing on knowledge from multiple scientific disciplines, the role may also involve the collection, analysis, and interpretation of environmental samples and data, as well as synthesizing findings and recommending actions based on measurement results and regulatory requirements.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Assist with the preparation of project-related technical deliverables, including proposals, environmental reports, technical specifications, and drawings, for review.
• Work as part of a global team, demonstrating accountability and the ability to collaborate effectively across different time zones.
• Independently progress assigned tasks to a logical and reasonable stage, proactively identifying clarification points, and resuming work efficiently with minimal rework once direction is received.
• Coordinate and support fieldwork activities related to environmental investigations, Operations, Maintenance & Monitoring (OM&M) sites, and remediation projects. This may include drilling oversight, soil and vapour sampling, monitoring well installation, groundwater and surface water sampling, and excavation activities.

What you will bring to the Team:

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering or equivalent program.
• 0 - 2 years of experience in the environmental engineering field
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to support a variety of project types and take on diverse responsibilities
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members across multiple projects and time zones
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and meeting challenging deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to a range of audiences, including subcontractors, field staff, clients, and internal colleagues

Only resumes submitted in English will be considered.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

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