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Lab Assistant - Dust Explosion

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Company Overview

At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place.

We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes Consulting Canada Ltd. has an immediate, full-time job opening for a Lab Assistant – Dust Explosion. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a leading technical and professional life safety firm!

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with strong analytical and creative thinking skills, and a keen interest in laboratory testing and hazard exploration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our experienced staff scientist, gaining valuable insights and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting laboratory tests such as go/no-go, explosion severity, MIT, MIE, LOC, MEC, and LIT, in alignment with recognized ASTM Standards.

• Actively participating in data analysis of testing results for various materials, ensuring that findings are presented clearly and objectively.

• Preparing detailed technical reports on dust explosivity of tested materials, ensuring clarity and inclusivity in communication.

• Engaging with clients across North America and globally to advance fire and life safety.

• Managing incoming sample data (SDS, sample size, test requirements) with a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Overseeing the responsible disposal of unused samples, adhering to sustainability practices.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Engineering Technologist program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work.

• Strong writing and communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate ideas in an accessible manner.

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Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose.

*Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements

Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.