Indigenous & Community Relations Manager (Flexible)

FortisBC; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

FortisBC in Surrey, BC, is seeking skilled Community and Indigenous Relations professionals for the Tilbury LNG Expansion program. The role focuses on stakeholder engagement, Indigenous relations, public affairs, and building lasting partnerships with local communities and Indigenous nations.

The position offers a flexible work program and potential for temporary or permanent opportunities, with travel within the Lower Mainland and a competitive compensation package in the hiring range shown.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of Community and/or Indigenous Relations experience on a project of similar size and nature.
• Ability to obtain permits through British Columbia regulatory agencies.
• Strong issue resolution and negotiation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Project management experience and ability to balance priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team-building ability.
• Ability to build relationships with government representatives and Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic engagement plans and guide project leaders.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to address Indigenous and community priorities.
• Brief senior management on issues and provide recommendations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with Indigenous leaders and communities.
• Mentor other Community and Indigenous Relations team members.
• Implement project agreements to achieve commitments.
• Align project goals with open, respectful stakeholder relationships.
• Develop plans and gather input from communities to build partnerships.
• Apply environmental and economic agreements in practice.

Job description

FortisBC in Surrey, BC, is seeking skilled Community and Indigenous Relations professionals for the Tilbury LNG Expansion program. The role focuses on stakeholder engagement, Indigenous relations, public affairs, and building lasting partnerships with local communities and Indigenous nations.

The position offers a flexible work program and potential for temporary or permanent opportunities, with travel within the Lower Mainland and a competitive compensation package in the hiring range shown.