Environmental Operations Advisor

Raise; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is hiring an Environmental Operations Advisor in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, to support environmental compliance for upstream operations. The role involves field collaboration with operations, development, and environmental teams, ensuring regulatory alignment and program execution.

The contract covers maternity leave and requires residence within commuting distance of Lloydminster. Candidates should have 2+ years in oil and gas environmental roles, ability to manage multiple priorities,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years environmental experience supporting oil and gas operations.
• Experience managing environmental incidents, remediation programs, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, with a recognized professional association such as P.Ag., R.T.Ag., P.Biol., or equivalent environmental designation.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities in a dynamic operating environment.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental stewardship initiatives and contaminated sites management programs.
• Provide environmental guidance and support to field operations and development teams.
• Manage environmental monitoring programs including soil, groundwater, surface water, vegetation, and air monitoring activities.
• Coordinate and support environmental incident response activities, including spills, releases, non-routine flaring events, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Lead spill remediation projects from initial response through regulatory closure.
• Support field construction and development activities with environmental planning, regulatory notifications, and compliance guidance.
• Coordinate environmental contractors and technical specialists to ensure quality execution of programs.
• Maintain accurate records and support regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Foster positive working relationships with regulators, contractors, and landowners.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder management

Field operations support

Regulatory guidance

Independent work

Education

Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Agrology, Biology, or related discipline

Job description

Environmental Operations Advisor

• Pay Rate: $51.75 to $63.14/hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 1 year
• Location: Lloydminster, Saskatchewan

Raise is currently hiring an Environmental Operations Advisor on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client, the third largest producer of Canadian oil and natural gas and the second largest refiner and upgrader with extensive midstream and downstream infrastructure.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Environmental Operations, the Contract Environmental Operations Advisor will support the environmental compliance requirements of ' Upstream operations in the Lloydminster region. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Development, and Environmental teams to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with corporate environmental standards. As the environmental subject matter expert for assigned assets, this role will provide technical guidance, field support, and regulatory expertise while managing environmental monitoring, remediation, and incident response activities.

This is a temporary contract opportunity supporting a maternity leave coverage requirement. The position is based in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan/Alberta, and the successful candidate will be expected to reside within commuting distance of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental stewardship initiatives and the progression of contaminated sites management programs.
• Provide environmental guidance and support to field operations and development teams.
• Manage environmental monitoring programs, including soil, groundwater, surface water, vegetation, and air monitoring activities.
• Coordinate and support environmental incident response activities, including spills, releases, non-routine flaring events, and associated regulatory reporting requirements.
• Lead spill remediation projects from initial response through regulatory closure.
• Support field construction and development activities by providing environmental planning, regulatory notifications, hydrostatic test notifications, and compliance guidance.
• Coordinate environmental contractors and technical specialists to ensure quality execution of environmental programs.
• Maintain accurate environmental records and documentation while supporting regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Foster positive working relationships with internal stakeholders, regulators, contractors, and landowners as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of environmental experience supporting oil and gas operations, with direct field experience preferred.
• Experience managing environmental incidents, remediation programs, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Strong understanding of Saskatchewan and/or Alberta environmental regulations and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities in a dynamic operating environment.
• Education and Skills
• A Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Agrology, Biology, or a related discipline.
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, with a recognized professional association such as P.Ag., R.T.Ag., P.Biol., or equivalent environmental designation.

Additional Requirements

This position has been identified as safety sensitive. Any contractor selected for this assignment will be required to successfully complete applicable pre-access medical, alcohol, and drug testing requirements.

A valid Class 5 Driver's License and satisfactory driving record are required. A driver's abstract will form part of the pre-engagement screening process.

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with regular field exposure. The successful candidate will be required to conduct field site visits, attend operational locations, and participate in activities requiring moderate physical effort and travel throughout the operating area

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