Environmental Technologist Development Permits

Apply environmental monitoring and inspection expertise as an Environmental Technologist with the City of Surrey’s Trees and Landscape Section. Support sensitive ecosystem development permits through technical review and fieldwork.

This project position supports the Planning and Development Department’s development application process. You will interpret plans and technical reports, maintain records, and work with internal and external stakeholders. The work covers environmental submissions and urban forestry policies and procedures.

• Review environmental submissions supporting permit issuance
• Assess bird nesting surveys and stream classifications
• Maintain and update watercourse classification mapping
• Inspect sites for environmental requirement violations
• Respond to environmental inquiries from stakeholders

• Environmental studies degree or technology diploma
• At least two years of relevant work experience
• Experience in project inspection and environmental monitoring
• Instream field experience and public education experience
• Valid British Columbia driver’s licence

Bring environmental review, field inspection, and monitoring experience to development permits and sustainable community planning in Surrey.