Inspector, Field Operations, Northeast

Location: Fort McMurray

Employment Type: Full Time – Permanent

Inspector, Field Operations

The Opportunity

Want to work for an organization that is committed to ‘doing the right thing’, where you can make a difference in Alberta’s energy sector?

The focus of this Field Inspector position is to conduct oil sands mining inspections including spills, investigating incidents, and responding to public complaints to ensure compliance with AER rules and requirements.

The successful applicant is preferred to have strong oil sands mining experience as well as, an environmental background.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Follow and support all planning and reporting activities in alignment with AER policies, procedures, the Compliance Assurance Program, and Branch Operational Plan. Work and support with other team members to meet the objectives of the Compliance Assurance Program.
• Lead and independently conduct complex inspections on operations/activities within the AER’s jurisdiction. Prepare inspection plans and sampling equipment (if necessary). Collect and analyze information from varied and numerous sources to determine compliance, resolve problems and make recommendations to improve environmental practices. Prepare letters and inspection reports. Perform follow up action as required or forward the non-compliance item for possible enforcement action to an investigator.
• As a representative of AER in the field, field inspectors will adhere to all safety procedures, including, completion of field site hazard assessments, following PPE protocols, conducting bump testing and calibration of monitors, following safe driving practices as per the fleet vehicle policy, representing the AER on with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with the health & safety team, understanding and following best practices when acting as a lone worker in dealing with public interactions and concerned stakeholders, and the risk assessment and response to incidents.
• Respond to calls on the 24-hour emergency response/complaint line (on-call).
• Support provincial teams as needed and be a primary representative needed when developing proactive inspection programs. Share the information between provincial teams and field centre teams. Assist and/or train and mentor other staff as needed.
• Communicate and consult with industry regarding areas of concern. Lead meetings and deliver technical presentations to industry and government agencies. Participate in synergy groups and at open houses.
• Respond to and support others in handling incidents and stakeholder complaints. Support the resolution of complex complaints between AER stakeholders.
• Contribute to provincial initiatives or assignments related to operational needs, regulatory, and technical issues as appropriate. Participate in technical teams to develop and implement policies and procedures. Act as a subject matter expert, providing support to hearings or ADR sessions as required.

Qualifications:

• Comfortable with change, working in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
• Diploma in engineering, environmental sciences or other related fields is preferred.
• Working knowledge of various systems and computer software packages.
• Ability to prioritize work based on risk and value, good knowledge of related experience.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills both written and verbal.
• 6+ years of regulatory experience, field operations, or other related experience.
• Ability to think critically and plan strategically.
• Regulatory experience including knowledge of the Water Act, Oil Sands Conservation Act, Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and the Public Lands Act as they pertain to mining operations would be an asset.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Additional Requirements and Information:

• Additional training provided if required: i.e.: First Aid, H2S Alive and Driver Training.
• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• Required physical demands: Ability to drive prolonged distances, climb stairs, ladders, walking around industrial sites in all types of conditions (mud/snow etc.), walking into remote locations, spill sites, water ways, sampling, wearing boots and required PPE, and the ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Possess a fully valid driver’s license along with a positive driving record. The word "fully" describes the criteria for a Class 5, as opposed to a graduated license, and "positive driving record" as defined in the AER driving policy.
• This position will require travel and some nights away from home.
• Pre-placement Medical and Driver’s Abstract are required.

AER Hybrid Work Program

To honour our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, enhance employee attraction and retention and increase environmental sustainability, the AER offers a flexible work framework that provides for hybrid work and flexible hours.

What does our hybrid work model look like?

• Flexible work hours, while committing to being available during our core hours of 9:00am – 3:00pm
• Combination of in-office and remote work based on your preference and business needs!

If you choose to participate in the hybrid program, you will:

• Be provided with an AER computer or laptop when working in the office.
• Need to have access to a personal computer when working from home (unless assigned an AER laptop - dependant on business need).
• Have a high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 50 Mbps for downloads and 30 Mbps for uploads when working remotely.

Benefits At The AER

• Voluntary Group Savings Programs
• Flexible benefits program
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• Work/Life Balance time off programs
• Personal spending account
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Healthcare spending account

For Internal Applicants Only

• In the event a current AER employee would like to apply for an internal posting, the employee will inform their leader prior to submitting their application.
• Under the AER’s Classification Framework this position is a SP3. Level 5.
• Please note: Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.

Please note, this job advertisement will close on May 3, 2023 at midnight.