Environmental Regulatory & Permitting Specialist

Woodlands North Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental and ecological restoration company is seeking an Environmental Regulatory & Permitting Specialist in Edmonton. This full-time role involves managing regulatory applications and projects for the energy and forest sectors. Candidates should have extensive experience with Alberta's regulatory frameworks and a strong educational background in natural resources.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced in Alberta Environment and Parks permitting systems.
• 5+ years of field experience in environmental permitting.
• Knowledge of Public Lands Act, Water Act, and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project deliverables and relationships with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ensure safe and efficient project work.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service Focus

Education

University Degree or technical diploma in natural resources

Job description

Environmental Regulatory & Permitting Specialist

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Posted on 05/23/2025

We are currently seeking an Environmental Regulatory & Permitting Specialist to join our team based out of our Edmonton or Whitecourt office. This is a full-time permanent position that is focused on environmental regulatory applications and related projects. Project work is team-based, safety driven and is completed for the energy and forest sectors and private landowners throughout the province.

About us

Woodlands North Inc. (2000) has become a leader among environmental and ecological restoration professionals. Woodlands specializes in environmental inventory and spatial analysis to achieve comprehensive ecological restoration objectives and regulatory compliance. With offices in Edmonton and Whitecourt, and operations throughout the province of Alberta, Woodlands is growing our proud team of professionals to provide our customers with innovative technologies and working solutions. All work positions are vital for our safe operations, delivering value to our clients and maintaining our leadership position in environmental and ecological restoration services.

Position Responsibilities

• This position is accountable for safe and efficient project work;
  
• Lead and manage project deliverables and working relationships with Woodlands’ peers, management, regulators and clients;
  
• Maintain accurate records with exceptional organizational skills, meeting deadlines and being able to prioritize on an ongoing basis.
  

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• Experienced in Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Energy Regulator and Department of Fisheries and Oceans online permitting application and report submission systems and processes;
  
• Experienced in the enforcement of or direct application of the Public Lands Act, Water Act, Federal Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act, Alberta Wetland Policy, fish rescue licences and all associated regulations, codes and conditions;
  
• Experienced in current best management practices and regulatory requirements for environmental permitting, applications and reporting requirements;
  
• Field experience in water and fish-related enforcement and / or assessments and construction practices;
  
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, quality, safety, customer service focus and a high level of attention to detail with exceptional prioritization skills;
  
• University Degree or technical diploma in natural resources, including environmental law courses and 5+ years of field experience.
  
  

Apply Now

Salary is competitive and based on level of experience and education. Woodlands offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment. Applicants are to submit a cover letter with a resume in a MS Word or .pdf format by June 6, 2025. Only suitable applicants will be contacted. For more information visit www.woodlandsnorth.co