Darab Asif
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Technologist at Basin Environmental Ltd.
Background
I am an Environmental Consultant and Agrologist in Training (AIT) with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Mount Royal University and progressive consulting experience supporting Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments, emergency spill response, and complex field programs across Alberta and Saskatchewan. I have extensive experience managing field logistics, coordinating subcontractors, and conducting soil and groundwater investigations, along with a strong understanding of Alberta Tier 1 and 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines and the British Columbia Contaminated Sites Regulation. I bring hands-on experience delivering regulatory-compliant monitoring programs for infrastructure and oil and gas projects and am known for my problem-solving approach, clear stakeholder communication, and ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, safety-critical environments.
Job experience
- November 2024 - presentEnvironmental Technologist
Basin Environmental Ltd.Calgary, AB, CanadaConduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan, including desktop reviews of historical and regulatory databases, site inspections, and interviews with landowners and site representatives.
Support and manage Phase II ESAs for residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Alberta, including soil and groundwater sampling, coordination of drilling contractors and utility locators, and field logistics.
Perform wildlife sweeps in accordance with Government of Alberta Wildlife Sweep Protocols, including work at the Cold Lake Canadian Forces Base for CNRL projects.
Conduct water turbidity and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) monitoring for oil and gas pipeline crossings, including electronic water quality monitoring setup, frac walks, incident notifications, and daily reporting.
Carry out fish salvage operations across Alberta using backpack electrofishing, seining, and dip netting, while documenting environmental conditions and ensuring safe handling and release of fish. - June 2024 - September 2024Emergency Responder / Environmental Consultant
Ambipar ResponseEdmonton, AB, CanadaExecuted project scopes and cost estimates under the supervision of the Project Manager, ensuring timely and effective completion of all project requirements
Provided emergency spill response, including coordination of third-party contractors, initial containment and recovery, site assessment, data collection, and technical report writing.
Conducted detailed Phase 2 and Phase 3 site assessments, including groundwater monitoring and soil sampling, while managing compliance with client and regulatory ground disturbance requirements
Communicated field observations and project status updates to supervisors and project specialists, ensuring all work activities were accurately documented and uploaded to project-specific files.
Participated in technical and safety programs, adhering to safety regulations, and remaining current with environmental legislation and regulatory updates to uphold project objectives. - January 2023 - March 2024Environmental Technician
ParklandGEOConducted and supervised minor reclamation projects, ensuring guidelines were met, and clients and landowners were satisfied.
Experience with Alberta and BC regulatory requirements (Alberta Tier 1 and 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines and BC Contaminated Sites Regulation).
Conducted Phase 2 environmental site assessments.
Experienced in writing Phase 1 reports
Experienced as a Lab Analyst - preparing and analyzing water, soils, and other matrices sent in by clients and collected on site, using a LIMs software to report data accurately while meeting strict turnaround times, on top of general machine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting. - May 2022 - August 2022Wastewater Technician/Auditor
City of CalgaryCalgary, AB, CanadaConducted accurate wastewater sampling at 70+ sites, ensuring reliable sample collection and successful visits.
Implemented a site tracking system with digital tools and a centralized database, optimizing coordination and minimizing conflicts.
Improved wastewater treatment efficiency by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment.
Fats, Oils, and Grease Audits -
Conducted FOG audits for 40+ businesses, assessing compliance with provincial and municipal environmental regulations.
Collaborated with Waste Educators and stakeholders, ensuring adherence to industry standards and bylaws.
Generated detailed audit reports, summarizing findings and providing recommendations for compliance improvements.
Education
- Mount Royal University
Bachelor of Science — Environmental Science (B.Sc.)2019 - 2023
