Regulatory & Field Compliance Specialist

1001 TransCanada PipeLines Limited; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Specialist based in Calgary, AB, supporting Canada Gas. This hybrid role leads regulatory inspections, audits, and incident response across Canada, advising business units on regulatory requirements and company standards.

You will liaise with regulators and internal teams to sustain robust compliance programs. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in energy regulation, strong communication, and the ability to influence at multiple

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a 2- or 3-year technical school program or associate degree in engineering technology.
• 6+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of energy regulations and operations in the oil and natural gas pipeline industry (CER, BCER, AER).
• Very strong communication (written and verbal) and facilitation skills with ability to tailor delivery to suit all levels of audience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage internal regulatory issues to resolution in collaboration with TC Energy stakeholders.
• Provide regulatory advice and guidance on applicable regulations, standards, best practices, and company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Coordinate external regulatory inspections and audits (CER, BCER, AER, TSB, and other agencies).
• Facilitate regulator-driven compliance verification activities and emergency management exercises.
• Provide notifications to regulators when reportable incidents have occurred and manage follow-up communications.
• Respond to and manage reportable incidents, coordinating field deployment activities and regulatory engagement.
• Guide investigations, prepare written reports, and develop responses to information requests.
• Support internal programs and processes, including management systems, and sustain company-wide compliance programs.
• Implement regulatory initiatives and drive continuous improvement of standards and field practices.
• Identify process improvements and ensure implementation with stakeholders.
• Represent TC Energy with regulators and translate requirements into practical actions.
• Monitor regulatory trends and communicate impacts to senior leadership.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to ensure timely reporting to CER/BCER/TSB.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Regulatory inspections

Education

Engineering technology diploma

Tools

Enablon

Job description

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. Join us. Connect to what matters.

The Opportunity

Our Canadian Regulatory Compliance, Canada Gas team is currently looking to add a Regulatory Compliance Specialist based in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Manager, Canadian Regulatory Compliance, this hybrid role provides regulatory advice and field compliance leadership to support safe, compliant operations across Canada Gas. You will lead and support regulatory inspections, audits, and incident response activities driven by external regulators, while also advising business units on regulatory requirements, company standards, and internal programs and processes. The role requires the ability to build relationships across the business, enhance credibility and trust, and influence and manage at multiple levels of the organization. You will also educate and support the region on regulatory trends, emerging issues, and best practices. The successful candidate will regularly communicate with regulatory authorities and agencies regarding incidents, compliance verification activities, emergencies, and current/proposed regulations, legislation, and guidelines. This role will support the development and management of Canadian compliance programs and tools, undertake corporate and regional initiatives on behalf of Canadian Regulatory Compliance, and partner with field and functional stakeholders to identify, implement, and sustain effective compliance practices.

What you’ll do

• Lead and manage internal regulatory issues to resolution in collaboration with TC Energy stakeholders
• Provide regulatory advice and guidance on applicable regulations, standards, best practices, and company policies, procedures, and practices
• Manage and coordinate external regulatory inspections and audits (e.g., CER, BCER, AER, TSB and other provincial/federal agencies as required), including logistics, field support, evidence collection, and timely close-out
• Facilitate and lead regulator-driven compliance verification activities, including implementation assessments, emergency management exercises, and audits
• Provide verbal and written notifications to regulatory authorities when reportable incidents have occurred, and manage related follow-up and communications
• Respond to and manage reportable incidents/accidents, including coordinating field deployment activities and supporting incident command and regulatory engagement as required
• Work with subject matter experts to guide investigations, prepare associated written reports, and develop responses to and resolve compliance enforcement tools and information requests
• Support TC Energy’s internal programs and processes, including management systems, and collaborate with peers to identify, establish, and sustain effective company-wide compliance programs
• Implement regulatory initiatives and drive continuous improvement related to standards, processes, procedures, and field practices
• Identify process improvements and best practices observed in the field or recommended by others, and ensure implementation by working with key stakeholders
• Represent TC Energy with regulators and stakeholders on compliance matters, and translate regulatory requirements into practical, risk-informed actions
• Monitor regulatory trends and key issues, disseminate updates, and communicate impacts and recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making
• Participate in a team-based 24/7 on-call rotation to ensure timely reporting of events and unauthorized activities to CER, BCER and TSB through monitoring Enablon and responding to telephone inquiries
• Prepare written reports and responses to regulatory information requests, and support the preparation and review of written submissions to provincial agencies
• Lead or support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance tracking tools and systems (e.g., commitment/condition trackers) to support accurate and timely regulatory reporting
• Participate in lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives, integrating feedback from incidents and regulatory exchanges into lifecycle asset management strategies

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a 2- or 3-year technical school program or associate degree in engineering technology
• 6+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of energy regulations and operations in the oil and natural gas pipeline industry (in particular CER, and provincial regulators such as BCER and AER)
• Very strong communication (written and verbal) and facilitation skills with ability to tailor delivery to suit all levels of audience

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of many aspects of pipeline operations including engineering, safety, and compliance
• Demonstrated strong planning, organizing, prioritizing, strategic thinking and project management skills
• Skilled with prioritizing multiple projects on a timely basis in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work with formal and informal organizational networks as well as demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Management System principles, particularly as outlined in the Onshore Pipeline Regulations from the Canada Energy Regulator (CER), and a solid understanding of quality assurance activities to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Experience with regulatory reporting systems such as Enablon, including incident classification, notification protocols, and follow-up actions.
• Familiarity with CER-regulated assets and lifecycle phases, including emergency management, field inspections, and stakeholder liaison activities.
• Ability to interpret and apply CSA Z662 and other relevant standards in the context of pipeline integrity, safety, and operational compliance.

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training (estimated up to 30% of work schedule)
• Stay overnight away from home base (estimated up to 30% of work schedule)
• Be part of an on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

About our business We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. For over 75 years, we have proudly connected the world to the energy it needs. Every day, we move more than 30 per cent of the natural gas used across the continent and connect LNG exports to global markets, powering communities and industries. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure delivers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across North America. Our field operations span seven Canadian provinces, 34 U.S. states and seven Mexican states. Together, we strengthen the connections that deliver the energy the world relies on-every day.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us for support. All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Determined, imaginative, curious - if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. We are the essential network that connects communities with opportunities, industries with solutions and nations with prosperity. We create meaningful connections that extend beyond pipelines to the fabric of our daily lives; from heating homes to shaping a brighter future. At TC Energy, we believe our people are the driving force behind these vital connections. If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of energy - make the connection

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs - moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets. Our business is based on the connections we make. By partnering with communities, businesses and leaders across our extensive energy network, we unlock opportunity today and for generations to come.