Inspector, Field Operations, Northwest - Hybrid
Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Employment Type: Full Time – Limited Term – Anticipated duration 18 months
Salary Range: SP2, Level 4, $75,600 - $94,500 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. This position may be eligible to receive a Northern Living allowance. Northern Living allowances are provided based on the location of the position and where an employee primarily works and resides.
Inspector, Field Operations, Northwest - Hybrid
The Opportunity
Want to work for an organization that is committed to ‘doing the right thing’, where you can make a difference in Alberta’s energy sector?
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting for an Inspector to join our team in Field Operations, Northwest team, in the Regulatory Compliance (RC) branch. Field Inspectors at the AER are the eyes and ears of the organization in the field. We conduct proactive inspections in a multitude of disciplines, respond to incidents and complaints form stakeholders, provide industry education in the field, and support other functions of the branch and the enterprise with field-level intelligence.
Your primary responsibilities will be to conduct water, public lands and methane inspections, but will also include responding to spills, investigating incidents, and responding to public complaints to ensure compliance with AER rules and requirements.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Conduct and support inspections on operations/activities within the AER’s jurisdiction. Prepare inspection plans and sampling equipment. Collect and analyze information from varied and numerous sources to determine compliance, resolve problems and make recommendations to improve regulatory and environmental practices.
- Prepare letters and inspection reports. Perform follow up action as required or forward the non-compliance item for possible enforcement action to an investigator.
- Follow and support all planning and reporting activities in alignment with AER policies, procedures, the Compliance Assurance Program, and Branch Operational Plan. Work and support team members to meet the objectives of the Compliance Assurance Program.
- Respond to and support others in handling incidents and stakeholder complaints. Support the resolution of complex complaints between AER stakeholders.
- Respond to calls on the 24-hour emergency response/complaint line (on-call).
- Communicate and consult with industry regarding areas of concern. Lead meetings and deliver technical presentations to industry and government agencies. Participate in synergy groups and at open houses.
- Support provincial teams as needed and be a primary representative needed when developing proactive inspection programs. Share the information between provincial teams and field centre teams. Assist and/or train and mentor other staff as needed.
- As a representative of AER in the field, field inspectors will adhere to all safety procedures, including, completion of field site hazard assessments, following PPE protocols, conducting bump testing and calibration of monitors, following safe driving practices as per the fleet vehicle policy, representing the AER on with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with the health & safety team, understanding and following best practices when acting as a lone worker in dealing with public interactions and concerned stakeholders, and the risk assessment and response to incidents.
What we’re looking for in you:
- Post-secondary education, technical diploma, environmental sciences or other related educations is preferred.
- 3-5 years experience in related regulatory, field operations, or other related experience.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
- Water Act and Public Lands experience.
- Environmental background (spill response, tier 1/2, ROSC).
- Oil and gas regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgement.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Additional Information:
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All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
-
These roles have a business requirement to work from the Field Operations Northwest – Grande Prairie office.
-
Pre-placement Medical and a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record is required.
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Must have physical ability to conduct typical Oil & Gas field work, including driving prolonged distances, climbing stairs, ladders, etc., walking around industrial sites, walking into remote locations where necessary, and ability to work in all weather conditions.
-
First Aid, H2S Alive, and defensive driver training are required, and will be provided as needed.
-
Some overnight travel may be required on occasion (several times/year).
-
Approximately 50% of this position is field work and 50% office work.
-
Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.
-
If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email
PeopleServices@aer.ca
. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
What we offer you:
- Great benefits from your first day of work
- Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours
- Generous vacation entitlement and flex days
More information about working at the AER’s including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website
https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer
.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.
Application closing date: July 24, 2025, at midnight
#LI-HYBRID
About Alberta Energy Regulator
The AER ensures the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of oil, oil sands, natural gas, and coal resources over their entire life cycle. This includes allocating and conserving water resources, managing public lands, and protecting the environment while providing economic benefits for all Albertans.
Inspector, Field Operations, Northwest - Hybrid
Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Employment Type: Full Time – Limited Term – Anticipated duration 18 months
Salary Range: SP2, Level 4, $75,600 - $94,500 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. This position may be eligible to receive a Northern Living allowance. Northern Living allowances are provided based on the location of the position and where an employee primarily works and resides.
Inspector, Field Operations, Northwest - Hybrid
The Opportunity
Want to work for an organization that is committed to ‘doing the right thing’, where you can make a difference in Alberta’s energy sector?
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting for an Inspector to join our team in Field Operations, Northwest team, in the Regulatory Compliance (RC) branch. Field Inspectors at the AER are the eyes and ears of the organization in the field. We conduct proactive inspections in a multitude of disciplines, respond to incidents and complaints form stakeholders, provide industry education in the field, and support other functions of the branch and the enterprise with field-level intelligence.
Your primary responsibilities will be to conduct water, public lands and methane inspections, but will also include responding to spills, investigating incidents, and responding to public complaints to ensure compliance with AER rules and requirements.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Conduct and support inspections on operations/activities within the AER’s jurisdiction. Prepare inspection plans and sampling equipment. Collect and analyze information from varied and numerous sources to determine compliance, resolve problems and make recommendations to improve regulatory and environmental practices.
- Prepare letters and inspection reports. Perform follow up action as required or forward the non-compliance item for possible enforcement action to an investigator.
- Follow and support all planning and reporting activities in alignment with AER policies, procedures, the Compliance Assurance Program, and Branch Operational Plan. Work and support team members to meet the objectives of the Compliance Assurance Program.
- Respond to and support others in handling incidents and stakeholder complaints. Support the resolution of complex complaints between AER stakeholders.
- Respond to calls on the 24-hour emergency response/complaint line (on-call).
- Communicate and consult with industry regarding areas of concern. Lead meetings and deliver technical presentations to industry and government agencies. Participate in synergy groups and at open houses.
- Support provincial teams as needed and be a primary representative needed when developing proactive inspection programs. Share the information between provincial teams and field centre teams. Assist and/or train and mentor other staff as needed.
- As a representative of AER in the field, field inspectors will adhere to all safety procedures, including, completion of field site hazard assessments, following PPE protocols, conducting bump testing and calibration of monitors, following safe driving practices as per the fleet vehicle policy, representing the AER on with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with the health & safety team, understanding and following best practices when acting as a lone worker in dealing with public interactions and concerned stakeholders, and the risk assessment and response to incidents.
What we’re looking for in you:
- Post-secondary education, technical diploma, environmental sciences or other related educations is preferred.
- 3-5 years experience in related regulatory, field operations, or other related experience.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
- Water Act and Public Lands experience.
- Environmental background (spill response, tier 1/2, ROSC).
- Oil and gas regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgement.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Additional Information:
-
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
-
These roles have a business requirement to work from the Field Operations Northwest – Grande Prairie office.
-
Pre-placement Medical and a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record is required.
-
Must have physical ability to conduct typical Oil & Gas field work, including driving prolonged distances, climbing stairs, ladders, etc., walking around industrial sites, walking into remote locations where necessary, and ability to work in all weather conditions.
-
First Aid, H2S Alive, and defensive driver training are required, and will be provided as needed.
-
Some overnight travel may be required on occasion (several times/year).
-
Approximately 50% of this position is field work and 50% office work.
-
Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.
-
If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email
PeopleServices@aer.ca
. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
What we offer you:
- Great benefits from your first day of work
- Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours
- Generous vacation entitlement and flex days
More information about working at the AER’s including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website
https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer
.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.
Application closing date: July 24, 2025, at midnight
#LI-HYBRID
About Alberta Energy Regulator
The AER ensures the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of oil, oil sands, natural gas, and coal resources over their entire life cycle. This includes allocating and conserving water resources, managing public lands, and protecting the environment while providing economic benefits for all Albertans.