Careers
GEMTEC is a growing firm and we are continually looking for motivated and skilled professionals to join our team. We have created a challenging workplace, where individuals are provided the opportunity to gain a variety of experience and advance their careers.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities to persons with disabilities, and we value a diverse workforce. If you are selected for an interview and you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We offer full-time professionals a competitive compensation package, which includes a performance-based bonus program, and a group benefits plan including health care, drug plan, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. Staff members are encouraged to participate in certification seminars, industry conferences and continuing education courses.
If you are a self-starter looking for a rewarding career, we invite you to submit a general application by forwarding your resume by email to hr@gemtec.ca.
Current Opportunities
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Transportation Engineer, Highways (Fredericton/Moncton/Halifax)
Our growing Transportation Group is seeking a talented Highway Designer/Engineer in our Fredericton or Moncton location. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on challenging, large-scale transportation based projects that will allow them to utilize their design skills and apply them to large-scale and reputable transportation projects.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, eligible for registration in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in road design
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD 3D
- Working knowledge of NBDTI and NSTIR; and TAC geometric design standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction and correspondence with clients and design team
- Self-motivated
- Must demonstrate a collaborative attitude in working with members of the team
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with commitment to excellence and high quality work
- Proven project management and technical skills
Roles and Responsibilities of the successful candidate would generally include the following:
- Function as a highway designer on civil infrastructure projects with a focus on detail design for municipal / arterial road and freeway design
- Project coordination between other design disciplines
- Management of project schedule and budget
- Preparation of contract documentation including technical specifications
- Client liaison
- Provide Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, who possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization. We offer the following to our employees:
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 2E6
hr@gemtec.caOnly applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Intermediate to Senior, Civil/Dam Engineer (Fredericton/Moncton/Halifax)
Due to our ongoing growth and expansion, GEMTEC is actively seeking an Intermediate to Senior Civil / Dam Engineer in Fredericton, Moncton, or Halifax.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered, or has the ability to register as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in civil or geological engineering from an accredited University
- A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in civil engineering consulting with experience in dam engineering
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Proven project management and technical skills
- Experience with the analysis and design requirements of the CDA Dam Safety Guidelines
- Expertise in the design of foundations, earthfill embankments and water and/or tailings retaining structures
- Experience with Dam Safety Reviews and Flood Studies in accordance with CDA Guidelines
- Experience with geotechnical and/or hydrotechnical numerical modelling (e.g. Slope/W; Seep/W; HEC-HMS; HEC-RAS; etc.)
Roles and Responsibilities of the successful candidate would generally include the following:
- Assist with Dam Safety Reviews and Flood Studies
- Carry out geotechnical and/or hydrotechnical analysis of dams and other civil infrastructure such as bridges, roadways, railways, buildings, etc.
- Preparation of proposals, reports, drawings, specifications.
- Project management
- Geotechnical investigations
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization. We offer the following to our employees:
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 2E6
hr@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
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Junior Field Technician/Technologist (Petawawa, ON)
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientist Limited. is seeking applicants for the position of junior field technician/technologist in our Petawawa location. Effective written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work both independently or within a multi-disciplinary team are considered essential assets.
Responsibilities will include:
- Provide field testing and inspections for various projects including foundation inspections, compaction testing and concrete testing;
- Conduct field surveying using total station and global positioning system (GPS);
- Compile and tabulate technical data for use in technical reports.
Successful candidates will have the following qualities/credentials:
- "Team Player" capable of working both independently or as part of a larger team to complete assigned tasks;
- Strong time management skills;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Willingness to travel throughout eastern Ontario and work in variable climatic conditions often for extended hours; possess ability to periodically lift heavy objects and navigate uneven terrain.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Project).
- A valid G class driver’s license.
- Prior training in WHMIS, First Aid/CPR, and working at heights is considered an asset.
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientist Limited offers a family friendly work environment and a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested in developing your career at a 100% employee owned firm that emphasizes and recognizes employee participation and contributions, please submit your resume to ottawa@gemtec.ca.
Although we are grateful to all applicants for their interest, we regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Civil Technicians and Technologists (Grand Falls, NB)
GEMTEC is a growing firm and we are continually looking for motivated and skilled individuals to join our team. We have created a challenging and inviting workplace, where individuals are provided the opportunity to gain a variety of experience and advance their careers. GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. We strive to have employees that are multi-faceted and versatile with a variety of skills.
GEMTEC currently has openings for Civil Technicians in our Grand Falls, New Brunswick office location. The successful candidates will have experience in general construction activities, materials testing and inspection services.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
- College Level Diploma is considered an asset
- Experience with materials testing and inspection
- Experience working with computer assisted drafting (CAD) and surveying is considered an asset
- Experience working in civil construction is considered an asset
Main Duties:
- Laboratory testing of aggregates, soils, concrete and asphalt
- Field testing and sampling of aggregates, soils, concrete, and asphalt
- Other duties as required
Positions:
- Full time & term positions available
Other:
- The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and will be responsible to have a vehicle for work
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
hr@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
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Junior Field Technician/Technologist (Ottawa, ON)
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientist Limited. is seeking applicants for the position of junior field technician/technologist in our Ottawa Location. Effective written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work both independently or within a multi-disciplinary team are considered essential assets.
Responsibilities will include:
- Provide field testing and inspections for various projects including foundation inspections, compaction testing and concrete testing;
- Conduct field surveying using total station and global positioning system (GPS);
- Compile and tabulate technical data for use in technical reports.
Successful candidates will have the following qualities/credentials:
- "Team Player" capable of working both independently or as part of a larger team to complete assigned tasks;
- Strong time management skills;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Willingness to travel throughout eastern Ontario and work in variable climatic conditions often for extended hours; possess ability to periodically lift heavy objects and navigate uneven terrain.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Project).
- A valid G class driver’s license.
- Prior training in WHMIS, First Aid/CPR, and working at heights is considered an asset.
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientist Limited offers a family friendly work environment and a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested in developing your career at a 100% employee owned firm that emphasizes and recognizes employee participation and contributions, please submit your resume to ottawa@gemtec.ca.
Although we are grateful to all applicants for their interest, we regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Senior Civil Engineer (Halifax, NS)
Due to our recent growth and expansion, GEMTEC is actively seeking a senior civil engineer in Halifax.
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered, or has the ability to register, with a professional association as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Nova Scotia
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from an accredited University
- Approximately 8 to 10 years of experience in civil engineering consulting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven project management skills
Roles and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work in several areas of civil engineering, including:
- Civil Design
- Project Management
Specifically, day-to-day tasks would include:
- Project management
- Provide technical support to our civil technologists
- Prepare detailed proposals, scope of work, and budget estimates for civil engineering projects
- Preparation and/or review of reports, contract specifications, tender documents, and engineering drawings
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 2E6
hr@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
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Intermediate Civil Engineer (Saint John, NB)
Due to our recent growth and expansion, GEMTEC is actively seeking an intermediate civil engineer in Saint John.
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered, or has the ability to register, with a professional association as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in New Brunswick
- Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering from an accredited University
- Approximately 5 to 10 years of experience in civil engineering consulting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven project management skills
Roles and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work in several areas of civil engineering, including:
- Materials Testing
- Geotechnical Investigations
- Civil Design
- Project Management
Specifically, day-to-day tasks would include:
- Project management
- Provide technical support to our civil technologists
- Prepare detailed proposals, scope of work, and budget estimates for civil engineering projects
- Preparation and/or review of reports, contract specifications, tender documents, and engineering drawings
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 2E6
hr@gemtec.ca
Only selected applicants will be contacted.
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Intermediate / Senior Terrestrial Biologist
GEMTEC is a growing firm with offices throughout Atlantic Canada and in Ottawa, and we are looking for a motivated and skilled Terrestrial Biologist to join our Team. GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. We strive to have employees that are multi-faceted and versatile with a variety skills.
We currently have an opening for a fulltime Intermediate / Senior Terrestrial Biologist in the Atlantic Region. The successful candidate will have 8-10 years’ experience in the planning, design and delivery of terrestrial field sampling programs/surveys relative to the assessment of avifauna, wildlife, vegetation - including rare plants, aquatics, wetlands, species at risk etc.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum - Completion of an undergraduate degree in related field(s)
- Certified wetland delineator would be considered an asset
- Experience with environmental field planning and execution of programs, 8&ndash10 years
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong understanding of provincial and federal legislation relative to biological components
- Knowledge and experience of provincial and federal environmental assessment processes
Main Duties:
- Planning, design and execution of field programs/surveys relative to the assessment of avifauna, wildlife, vegetation (including rare plants), aquatics, wetlands, species at risk etc.
- Producing detailed documentation of field conditions, measurements and observations
- Working with required sampling equipment, supplies and environmental samples in adverse conditions (e.g., terrain, weather)
- Preparing high level proposals, reports and correspondence
- Other duties as required
Other:
- The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license
- Travel may be required throughout Atlantic Canada for extended periods
- This position can be based in any of our Atlantic Canada offices
- Prior work experience in environmental consulting will be considered an asset
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 2E6
hr@gemtec.ca
Only selected applicants will be contacted.
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Civil Technicians and Technologists (Saint John, NB)
GEMTEC is a growing firm and we are continually looking for motivated and skilled individuals to join our team. We have created a challenging and inviting workplace, where individuals are provided the opportunity to gain a variety of experience and advance their careers. GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. We strive to have employees that are multi-faceted and versatile with a variety skills.
GEMTEC currently has openings for Civil Technicians in our Saint John office location. The successful candidates will have experience in general construction activities, materials testing and inspection services.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
- College Level Diploma is considered an asset
- Experience with materials testing and inspection is considered an asset
- Prior work experience in engineering consulting is considered an asset
- Experience working with computer assisted drafting (CAD) and surveying is considered an asset
- Experience working in civil construction is considered an asset
Main Duties:
- Laboratory testing of aggregates, soils, concrete and asphalt
- Field testing and sampling of aggregates, soils, concrete, and asphalt
- Other duties as required
Position:
- Seasonal and term positions
Other:
- The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and will be responsible to have a vehicle for work
For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply by email to:
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited
hr@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
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Materials Technologist (Halifax, NS)
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited is a Maritime based firm with expertise in geotechnical, municipal, transportation, marine, mining, heavy civil, environmental management, and materials testing and inspection. GEMTEC provides services to a wide variety of clients across Atlantic Canada through our offices in Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Bathurst, Grand Falls and Halifax.
GEMTEC has an immediate opening for a Materials Technologist, with 3 to 5 years of experience in our Halifax office. Duties will include but not be limited to compaction and concrete testing and construction inspection as required. Graduates of an accredited Civil Technology program will be given preference. A willingness to obtain CCIL testing certifications and previous experience would be an asset but are not required.
Interested individuals should apply in writing, by fax or email to:
Mr. Todd Stewart, PTech
Manager Materials Testing
GEMTEC Limited
77 Rooney Crescent
Moncton, NB E1E 4M4Fax: (506) 858-0742
E-mail: todd.stewart@gemtec.ca
www.gemtec.ca
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Intermediate Civil Engineer (Fredericton, Saint John, and Moncton, NB)
Due to our recent growth and expansion, GEMTEC is actively seeking an intermediate civil engineer.
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered, or has the ability to register, with a professional association as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in New Brunswick
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from an accredited University
- Approximately 3 to 10 years of experience in civil engineering consulting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven project management skills
Roles and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work in several areas of civil engineering, including:
- Civil design
- Transportation
- Water, Sanitary, and Stormwater Design
- Surveying
- Project Management
Specifically, day-to-day tasks would include:
- Project management
- Provide technical support to our civil technologists
- Prepare detailed proposals, scope of work, and budget estimates for civil engineering projects
- Preparation and/or review of contract specifications, tender documents, and engineering drawings
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
We are looking for the ideal candidate that will fit within the culture of our organization. The successful candidate will have the option of working out of the Fredericton, NB office location. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply directly to our Fredericton office via email at jeremy.kinney@gemtec.ca. For more information about this opportunity, please feel free to contact our office at 506.453.1025.
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Senior Civil Engineer (Fredericton, NB)
Due to our recent growth and expansion, GEMTEC is actively seeking a senior civil engineer.
GEMTEC is an employee-owned company, which will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience, possesses leadership skills and takes initiative will be very successful in our organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered, or has the ability to register, with a professional association as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in New Brunswick
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from an accredited University
- Approximately 10 to 15 years of experience in civil engineering consulting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven project management skills
Roles and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work in several areas of civil engineering, including:
- Civil design
- Transportation
- Water, Sanitary, and Stormwater Design
- Surveying
- Project Management
Specifically, day-to-day tasks would include:
- Project management
- Provide technical support to our civil technologists
- Prepare detailed proposals, scope of work, and budget estimates for civil engineering projects
- Client management; including sustaining relationships with existing clients and developing relationships with new clients for our growing company
- Participation in developing and growing a team of scientists, technicians and engineers
- Preparation and /or review of contract specifications, tender documents, and engineering drawings
What does GEMTEC have to offer you?
- Flexible work hours
- Unique, collaborative team-based work environment
- Ability to shape the job to your own career goals and objectives
- Benefits package including competitive salary, supplementary health care package, RRSP match plan, performance bonuses and other benefits
We are looking for the ideal candidate that will fit within the culture of our organization. The successful candidate will have the option of working out of the Fredericton, NB office location. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply directly to our Fredericton office via email at jeremy.kinney@gemtec.ca. For more information about this opportunity, please feel free to contact our office at 506.453.1025.
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Civil Technologist (Fredericton, NB)
GEMTEC has an immediate opening for a Civil Technologist operating out of our Fredericton office. This motivated individual will provide support to our civil, geotechnical and environmental engineering divisions.
Educational Requirements:
- College Level Diploma
- Training in field topographic surveying
- Training in Civil 3D/AutoCAD and GIS is required
- Training in soils/materials testing is an asset
- Registered or eligible to become registered as a Civil Engineering Technologist (CET)
Main Duties:
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) using Civil 3D and AutoCAD
- Assist in the materials testing laboratory
- Provide GIS mapping for environmental monitoring programs
- Assist with design and drafting for site development
- Provide drawings for environmental studies and geotechnical reports
Experience and Skills:
- 5-10 years of experience in the engineering industry
- At least 3 years of experience using CAD/GIS software is required
- Experience working in a materials testing laboratory
- General understanding of what is required for presentation drawings
- Experience with topographic surveying and field inspection
- Written and spoken competence in English
GEMTEC offers a competitive salary and employee benefits package. Salary will be based on experience. For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply in writing, by fax or email, to:
GEMTEC
191 Doak Road
Fredericton, NB
E3C 2E6
Fax: 506.453.9470
jeremy.kinney@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
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Senior Civil Engineer (Moncton, NB)
GEMTEC is actively seeking a senior civil engineer to help shape the future of the engineering group at our Moncton location. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to generate new and innovative ways to approach consulting engineering. We are a dynamic group of professionals focusing on quality, integrity and collaboration. We feel this approach delivers the highest quality service to our clients. An individual with a wide-range of experience and the ability to make decisions will be very successful in our organization.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work in several areas of civil, geotechnical and materials engineering and will play an active role in management and business development.
- Provide guidance and support to a team of engineers, technicians and technologists on project related matters
- Provide support to the geotechnical and materials divisions
- Prepare detailed proposals, scope of work and budget estimates for civil engineering projects
- Client management and consultation as required to manage projects and assist in the development of a client base
- Participation in developing and growing a team of scientists, technicians and engineers
- Preparation/review of contract specifications, tender documents and engineering drawings as required to facilitate successful project completion
- Project management including budgeting, scheduling and managing scope of work
Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently registered or has the ability to register with a professional association (P.Eng.) in one or all of the Atlantic provinces
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited University
- A minimum of 10 years of applicable experience in engineering consulting; exceptional individuals with lesser experience or in a related field (industry, academia, etc.) may also be considered
- Bilingual considered an asset
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven project management skills (PMP designation considered an asset), including managing sub-contractor and internal staff resources
- Experience in construction methodologies
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply directly to our Moncton branch location via email (moncton@gemtec.ca). Discretion will be provided to those inquiring about the position.
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Civil Technologist (Bathurst, NB)
During peak times, our Bathurst office may have openings for Civil Technologists. This motivated individual will have experience in general construction activities, materials testing and inspection.
GEMTEC offers a competitive compensation package. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. For more information on our company, please visit www.gemtec.ca.
Interested individuals should apply in writing, by fax or email, to:
GEMTEC
1854 Miramichi Ave
Bathurst, NB
E2A 1Y5
Fax: 506.548.5426
renaud.boudreau@gemtec.caOnly selected applicants will be contacted.
Diversity at GEMTEC
GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited (GEMTEC) is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. GEMTEC welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
We invite you to complete a Self-Identification Questionnaire as part of your application package. All responses are confidential and the information collected will be used to inform GEMTEC’s commitment to Employment Equity. We assure you that our workplace is a safe environment in which to self-identify and communicate requests for accommodations you may need in order to fulfil your work-related duties to the best of your ability.