Arborist - Rail & Transit Project

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Arborist to join our team in support of a major linear infrastructure project in  Ontario.

As an Arborist, you will lead and oversee all arboricultural components of the project, including large-scale tree inventories, Butternut Health Assessments, seed collection programs, and the establishment of replacement stock. You will also play a key role in regulatory approvals, technical reporting, and coordination with engineering and design teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a prominent public transit initiative as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

The position also offers strong potential for full-time employment for a candidate who demonstrates both the technical expertise and cultural alignment to thrive within our Ecological Services team.

Missions/Main Duties

Field Program Leadership

• Design, plan, and lead tree inventory field studies across the full project corridor
• Lead and implement Butternut Health Assessments in accordance with provincial guidelines
• Develop and oversee seed collection programs and the establishment of replacement planting stock 

Technical Reporting & Approvals

• Lead the preparation and review of arborist reports supporting tree removal applications and regulatory approvals
• Ensure all deliverables meet applicable municipal and provincial requirements

Design Coordination

• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and landscape architects to develop:Tree removal plans
• Tree protection strategies and drawings
• Restoration and compensatory planting plans

Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior arborists and interdisciplinary team members
• Support a collaborative, high-performing project environment

Profile/Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a consulting arborist, ideally in Ontario
• ISA Certified Arborist designation is required
• Butternut Health Assessor certification is required
• Proven success preparing and submitting tree removal plans for development or infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience implementing the Butternut Health Assessment process in Southwestern Ontario
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and the public
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes consulting environmentPreferred Qualifications
• Experience working on linear infrastructure projects (e.g., transit, transportation corridors, utilities)
• Ability and willingness to work on-site in the Hamilton project office as required

Salary Range - 85,000 - 110,000 CAD

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.

For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact infocanada@systra.com.