Environmental Advisor (Contract)

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state. Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets. As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups. Our Core Values Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us! Location: Calgary Head Office Department: Environment Reports to: Manager, Environment Worker Type: Contract Schedule Type: Full-time Work Setting: In-office Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as Environmental Advisor (Contract). In this position, you will play a key role in the coordination of environmental tasks and deliverables related to Canadian Energy Regulator (CER) and BC Environmental Assessment Office (BC EAO) Conditions as well as stakeholder and Provincial permit commitments for the Trans Mountain Environment team. The role includes liaising with internal Trans Mountain team members, third-party consultants, stakeholders and regulators to complete deliverables in a timely manner. Key Responsibilities Support the Environment team in completing key regulatory deliverables, including CER and BC EAO conditions, stakeholder commitments, and provincial permit requirements, while assisting with Trans Mountain’s ongoing plan implementation. Complete Federal and Provincial Regulatory Reporting associated with CER, DFO and SARA condition requirements. Work closely with Environment, Regulatory, Lands and Compliance teams to support consistency and alignment in addressing environmental issues across the company. Confirm that consultant monitoring and reporting related to conditions and commitments detail the purpose of involvement, appropriate methods and ensure activities are completed to address the issue as they pertain to regulatory requirements and commitments. Triage and respond to Information Requests from external groups and work with the Environment teams to ensure commitment execution. Coordinate monitoring programs for DFO and SARA conditions including consultant oversight, field program coordination, data capture, and report review and submission. Support PCEM field program coordination and management. Qualifications and Professional Experience Post-secondary education in environmental science or related discipline. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience. Knowledge of petroleum pipeline systems would be a strong asset. Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team of project professionals, both internally and externally. Experience interacting with federal and provincial (Alberta/BC) pipeline regulators, stakeholders, First Nations, and environmental consultants. Practical skills in project coordination. A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization. Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally. Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment. Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture. Working Conditions Willingness and ability to travel as required. May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend. Application Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French) We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey. A Rewarding Opportunity We offer: Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement; An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business; Competitive compensation; A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships; Meaningful work that makes a difference; An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry. We value: The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company; Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities; The commitment and resilience of our people; Collaboration and achieving success together. In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor. In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4). In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis. Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley. Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

The Environmental Advisor will coordinate environmental tasks and deliverables related to regulatory conditions and permit commitments. They will liaise with internal teams, consultants, and regulators to ensure compliance and effective execution of environmental programs.

Candidates must possess post-secondary education in environmental science or a related discipline and at least 5 years of progressive experience. Strong knowledge of pipeline systems and experience interacting with federal and provincial regulators are required.

• Professional development • Career advancement • Competitive compensation

• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Environmental compliance
• Regulatory reporting
• Project coordination
• Stakeholder management
• Data capture
• Field program management
• Regulatory liaison
• Environmental assessment
• Condition monitoring
• Permit management
• Technical writing
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Multi-disciplinary collaboration
• Resourcefulness
• Pipelines
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Oil Pipelines
• Effective Communication
• Resilience
• Report Review
• Management
• Business Process
• English Language
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Environmental Issue
• Environmental Science
• French Language
• Oil and Gas
• Global Marketing
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Project Coordination
• Triage
• Data Capture
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Engineering
• Government & Public Sector
• Environmental Advisor
• Energy / Environmental Policy Analyst
• Policy Administration Professionals
• Climate Change Policy Analysts
• Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week