Energy Associate

Saugeen Ojibway Nation; Wiarton; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) Environment Office in Wiarton, Ontario seeks an Environment Office Coordinator. The role reports to the Energy Manager and supports community engagement and regulatory communications for energy projects.

The successful candidate will coordinate meetings, prepare communications for consent processes, and document all actions, while aligning with SON values and Territory rights. This is a full-time, on-site position with an immediate start and a closing date of Oct 12,

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in Energy Administration
• Minimum 3 years in review and response to regulatory documents

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings and activities between SON and proponents
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of community engagement processes related to the Project
• Assist with preparation of communication that supports the free, prior, and informed consent of the SON Communities
• Ensure that all meetings and processes are documented
• Administer, monitor and follow-up on any outstanding action items derived from the Nuclear Advisory Committee
• Possess the ability to understand SON agreements and how they impact our responses
• Assist with initiatives to ensure SON’s Aboriginal and treaty rights, interests and concerns are addressed through duty to consult process
• Work productively with SONEO team members, SON Joint Council members and committees, proponents, government and non-government agencies, legal and other key individuals
• Produce and transfer technical documents for external audience and community
• Attend community engagement sessions as a representative of the SON EO that support Energy projects
• Attend workshops, conferences and other professional development opportunities to build on ecological, technical and legislative knowledge
• Adhere to all SON policies & procedures, including Health & Safety guidelines
• Respect the confidentiality of SON, the community and employee informations

Skills

Energy Administration

Regulatory writing

Google Workspace

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Post secondary diploma/degree in Energy or Environmental Management (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Program: Environment Office of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Reports to: Energy Manager

Accountable to : Senior Manager, Saugeen Ojibway Nation Environment Office

Terms of Employment: Full Time Permanent/Part

Salary : $53,000 to $63,000

Hours of Work : 37.5 hours per week (some evenings and weekend may be periodically required)

Job Location : Wiarton, Ontario (Not remote work)

Anticipated Start Date : Immediately

Closing Date : October 12, 2026.

Priority will be given to qualified Saugeen Ojibway Nation members

The Environment Office Saugeen Ojibway Nation prides itself on being an organization that works daily through our Core Values. These values are tied into all that we do. With WISDOM we can teach. With LOVE we can endure, with RESPECT we can work together even when we don’t agree, with BRAVERY we can achieve, with HONESTY we can act with integrity even when no one is watching, with TRUTH we can trust each other and with HUMILITY we can lift each other up. The Environment Office strives daily to work with our competencies along side these values and they are woven into the fabric of how we work.

Required Experience:

• Min number of 1 year in the Energy Administration
• Min number of 3 years of experience in review and response to technical writing for regulatory documents

Recommended Experience:

• Equivalent of 5 years of experience in a related technical field
• Equivalent of 5 of experience in a Resources and Infrastructure Management environment
• Post Secondary Diploma/Degree in Energy or Environmental Management or related field is an asset
• Understanding of SON Territory rights, interests and culture.
• Experience in Google Workspace

Core Competencies:

All staff roles at Environment Saugeen Ojibway Nation require the team members to work through our values to deliver the following Core Competencies

Effective Communication:

Provide and receive information using the most effective/efficient/appropriate medium and technology based on what needs to be communicated and to whom. Effectively use different approaches and technologies for different audiences. Communicate effectively and professionally to proponents, work teams, managers, staff and Joint Council.

Humility and Curiosity:

Being humble by having a respectful, team-focused attitude that values others input and embraces feedback as an opportunity to grow. Having the willingness to learn, admit mistakes and prioritize team success over individual achievements.

Being curious and having an eagerness to explore, ask questions and seek deeper understanding of yourself and others. Possess and eagerness for continuous learning with a proactive approach to problem solving and innovation.

Results:

The ability to work in a results oriented culture by achieving goals and staying focused while maintaining a high level of accountability to results. A drive towards outcomes and achieving timelines by prioritizing tasks effectively, taking ownership of challenges and maintaining momentum even when faced with challenges.

Achieving objectives efficiently and to a high standard while often looking for ways to exceed expectations. Possess a willingness to adapt and find solutions for continuous improvement and measurable success.

Operations:

Possessing operational competency by executing daily workflows to ensure maximum efficiency and quality. Focus on process improvement, monitor personal performance metrics and ensure compliance with current processes and procedures. Adept at time management and working with teams to execute plans smoothly while adapting to change well.

Possess the ability to handle conflicts constructively and be a part of a positive and collaborative work environment. This requires active listening skills while hearing all perspectives, staying calm under pressure and using diplomacy to address differences. Requires the ability to openly communicate, diffuse tensions and work on practical solutions that align with the team and the Environment Office goals. Having the ability to effectively communicate challenges , promote mutual understanding and build trust that matters will be handled in a professional and courteous way.

Team Building:

Fostering a cohesive, motivated and connected team through collaboration, trust, and open communication among team members. The ability to recognize strengths and opportunities within oneself and others and create an environment where everyone feels valued. Effectively team building by personal development and promoting a shared sense of purpose. The ability to work as a collective effort towards a common goal.

Job Description:

• Coordinate meetings and activities between SON and proponents.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of community engagement processes related to the Project
• Assist with preparation of communication that supports the free, prior, and informed consent of the SON Communities.
• Ensure that all meetings and processes are documented.
• Administer, monitor and follow-up on any outstanding action items derived from the Nuclear Advisory Committee
• Possess the ability to understand SON agreements and how they impact our responses
• Assist with initiatives to ensure SON’s Aboriginal and treaty rights, interests and concerns are addressed through duty to consult process
• Work productively with SONEO team members, SON Joint Council members and committees, proponents, government and non-government agencies, legal and other key individuals
• Produce and transfer technical documents for external audience and community
• Attend community engagement sessions as a representative of the SON EO that support Energy projects
• Attend workshops, conferences and other professional development opportunities to build on ecological, technical and legislative knowledge
• Adhere to all SON policies & procedures, including Health & Safety guidelines
• Respect the confidentiality of SON, the community and employee informations

Priority will be given to qualified Saugeen Ojibway Nation members.

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