K'en T'em Limited Partnership

Intermediate Environmental Inspector

Job Title: Intermediate Environmental Inspector
Reports to: Senior Environmental Professional
Term: Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually
Signing Bonus: $1500.00
Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is found
Closing Date: March 13th, 2026

K’en T’em Limited Partnership (KTLP) is a for-profit corporation committed to providing the Nlaka’pamux people of the eight Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly (CNA) Participating Bands with the resources that will help them efficiently create, manage and operate business opportunities. We are leaders at putting cross-cultural values at the forefront of our business while prioritizing simple, efficient, integrative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

We are seeking an Intermediate Environmental Inspector to support environmental compliance and monitoring activities on active construction and mining projects. The successful candidate will conduct field inspections, verify implementation of environmental mitigation measures, and support adherence to Environmental Assessment (EA) Certificate conditions, permits, and environmental management plans. This position requires a strong field presence, the ability to work safely around heavy equipment, and experience coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams

Primary Duties

Environmental Compliance & Inspection

• Conduct environmental inspections and monitoring within active construction and mine environments,
• Verify compliance with federal and provincial environmental legislation, permits, and project-specific commitments,
• Monitor implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), EA Certificate conditions, and M11 permit requirements, and
• Document inspection findings and communicate deficiencies requiring corrective action.

Construction Environmental Monitoring

• Work safely in and around heavy equipment operations with awareness of equipment hazards, blind spots, and communication protocols,
• Interpret environmental and survey flagging to confirm protection of sensitive environmental features and approved disturbance limits, and
• Assess environmental risks associated with ongoing construction activities.

Soil, Vegetation & Reclamation

• Monitor soil salvage, handling, and stockpiling activities in accordance with approved soil management plans,
• Conduct reclamation and erosion monitoring inspections, and
• Verify installation and effectiveness of erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures.

Water & Environmental Protection

• Support water quality protection measures near watercourses and environmentally sensitive areas,
• Monitor dust suppression and air quality control practices,
• Identify spill risks and verify containment and response preparedness, and
• Confirm proper waste segregation, storage, and disposal practices.

Wildlife & Habitat Protection

• Monitor construction activities for potential wildlife and habitat impacts, and
• Ensure implementation of wildlife management plans and mitigation measures.

Contractor Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with contractors and site personnel regarding environmental requirements and best management practices,
• Review contractor documentation and scopes of work for environmental compliance considerations,
• Communicate inspection results clearly to project teams and escalate concerns when required, and
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong observational and field assessment skills,
• Knowledge of soil salvage, reclamation, erosion and sediment control (ESC) practices, and environmental best management practices,
• Effective verbal and written communication skills when working with contractors, consultants, and technical teams,
• Ability to interpret environmental management plans, permits, and technical drawings,
• Ability to work independently in remote and field-based environments,
• Strong organizational, documentation, and reporting skills, and
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, including proactive risk identification and mitigation.

Experience and Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Agrology, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline,
• 3–7 years of experience in environmental monitoring or inspection within construction, mining, forestry, or infrastructure projects,
• Working knowledge of British Columbia environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience conducting field inspections and environmental compliance monitoring,
• Professional designation or eligibility considered an asset (e.g., P.Ag., R.P.Bio., AScT),
• Experience working on projects regulated under Environmental Assessment Certificates considered an asset, and
• Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous communities or stewardship organizations considered an asset.

Work Environment

• Schedule: The position operates on a rotational shift schedule, which may include 14 days on followed by 14 days off, or 10 days on followed by 12 days off, as operationally required.
• Scheduled workdays consist of 10-hour shifts, exclusive of travel time to and from the work site.
• Travel time requirements will be communicated in advance and may vary depending on project location.
• Overtime: All daily overtime over 8 hours will be banked at 1.5x, all hours over 12 will be banked at 2x.
• Reporting Office Location: Office work will be conducted from the K’en T’em office at Lac Le Jeune Rd. Kamloops, BC, or Merritt, BC (whichever is closer to the successful candidates residence), with the expectation of field work as needed,
• Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation (10 working days), accrued at 0.84 per month,
• Winter Break: 2 weeks paid (max 10 working days),
• Benefits: 50% benefit premiums paid by employer,
• Pension: Pension matching (percentage increasing with years of service), and
• Personal and Professional Development: As part of total compensation, we supply full-time permanent employees with the means to advance their skills and education.

We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you!

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K’en T’em Limited Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications. In alignment with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code; A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. K’en T’em Limited Partnership respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.