Energy Management Co-op Student – Climate and Environment Department

Vancouver International Airport Authority•Arcade, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vancouver Airport Authority (VAA) is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join its Climate and Environment Department as an Energy Management Co-op Student. This BC Hydro-funded position will report to the Manager of Climate and Environment and work closely with the VAA Energy Manager. The Climate and Environment Department manages programs and activities that support environmental best practices, mitigate risks, and reduce the impacts from airport operations. The department also fulfills strategic objectives outlined in the Environmental Management Plan (EMP), which includes managing waste, water, and habitat conservation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions to maintain carbon neutrality since 2020, and reaching net-zero emissions by 2030. Achieving net-zero emissions will require investment in energy conservation, low-carbon electrification, and renewable energy.

Requirements

Completing their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of a Bachelor of Engineering or Master’s degree at a BC University offering a co-op program.
Experience performing energy related data analysis, including managing large data sets
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability work well independently and balance multiple priorities
Strong computer skills, in particular, Office 365, especially Excel, Word, Outlook
Ability to liaise and communicate with wide range of stakeholders, including internal team members
Demonstrated commitment to customer service and excellence
Must be able to qualify for a Restricted Area Identity Card and Transportation Security Clearance.
Must provide a place of residence in Canada (if in Canada for less than 5 years, former addresses will be required).
Must have a clean criminal record.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in Electrical and mechanical building systems (e.g. HVAC, pumps, motors, fans, etc.)
Knowledge in Energy conservation principles and calculations
Knowledge in Electrical grid infrastructure, power distribution and transmission including system impact assessment through coursework/project in energy systems, power generation, distribution networks.
Awareness of commercially deployed renewable energy generation technologies (e.g., solar PV) and energy storage systems (e.g., batteries), with a strong interest in learning and staying up to date on emerging technologies and innovations in clean tech.
Knowledge in Climate change mitigation and greenhouse gas accounting
Experience in environmental awareness campaigns and outreach

Responsibilities

Assist in the implementation of energy management initiatives and actions as identified in VAA’s current 2024-2027 Strategic Energy Management Plan that support energy conservation and demand management best practices.
Support the Energy Manager and other VAA departments or committees with identification, development, analysis and delivery of energy conservation and emissions reduction projects, including low-carbon electrification and renewable energy generation projects.
Conduct data analysis and develop presentation materials, reports, briefing notes, and summaries for internal and/or external communication and engagement.
Assist in the implementation of a tenant energy engagement program, such as helping to draft energy saving and emissions engagement materials, as well as presenting key information to various stakeholder groups.
Support other Climate and Environment initiatives and/or analysis as needed.