Reclamation and ecology advisor planning and monitoring orphan-site restoration for British Columbia’s energy regulator. Guiding technical programs, contractors, budgets, and First Nations partnerships.
Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise and decision-support in planning and delivering orphan reclamation programs
Guide budgets, schedules, and technical components of closure activities while identifying continuous improvement and cost-efficiency opportunities
Collaborate with project managers and coordinators on large-scale closure and reclamation programs
Set evaluation criteria and ensure contractors meet professional standards
Supervise external contractors and summer students
Recommend and implement processes and procedures for reclamation practices at orphan sites
Analyze orphan site conditions and develop recommendations for field- and office-based reviews and assessments
Maintain relationships with government agencies, non-profit research organizations, First Nations communities, and other partners
Monitor current research, ecological restoration practices, and relevant technologies, including pilot programs
Review orphan-site inventory to identify scope-of-work requirements
Analyze seed, planting feedstock, and project resourcing needs
Use environmental data, research, and monitoring to inform reclamation treatments
Respond to external inquiries from industry, professionals, First Nations, the public, government agencies, research organizations, and academia
Supervise Orphans & Restoration staff and support branch goals and outcomes
Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field such as Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, or Forestry, and at least five years of related experience
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
Must be a qualified environmental professional, registered as a member in good standing with an organization operating under an act of the British Columbia legislature
Experience in evaluation, development, and technical execution of upstream oil and gas reclamation programs
Experience in stakeholder relations and building relationships
Experience with project management principles and tools
Experience leading or participating in facilitation and conflict resolution with affected stakeholders
Experience interpreting environmental regulations, legislation, and policy related to the energy sector and First Nations interests
Knowledge of current economic, socio-political, and public affairs issues facing the oil and gas industry
Experience developing procedural manuals and supporting documentation
Technical knowledge related to cumulative effects, restoration and reclamation of industrial disturbances, and First Nations environmental concerns in British Columbia is preferred
Experience with report writing and maintaining information databases
Experience using financial theory and principles for project budgeting and cost estimations
May be required to drive on low-grade roads and work in challenging field conditions, including isolated areas, carrying equipment, and walking long distances over uneven terrain
Benefits
Hybrid Office Model with work from home and a designated BCER office location
10.75% Job Family Market Multiplier added to posted salary
3% Location Allowance for employees based in Fort St John, Dawson Creek, Prince George, and Terrace
13% Location Allowance for employees based in Fort Nelson
Equal employment opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals
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