Environmental Advisor, Operations

TC Energy•Lac la Biche, AB

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

TC Energy is seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to provide strategic and operational environmental leadership in support of Canada Gas Operations pipeline assets in Alberta. This role delivers field-based environmental expertise to ensure regulatory compliance through the implementation of corporate environmental programs, completion of inspections and regulatory reporting, management of regional environmental budgets, and effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Environmental Advisor supports the environmental compliance of day-to-day pipeline operations by ensuring alignment with federal and provincial legislation, project commitments, and company standards, while providing proactive environmental and project planning guidance to Operations teams.

Requirements

University degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline
Minimum of 4 years of relevant environmental or industry experience
Knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations and experience working with federal and provincial regulators, including the Canada Energy Regulator, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, and Environment and Climate Change Canada
Strong working knowledge of applicable provincial and federal legislation, including EPEA, the Waste Control Regulation, Alberta Water Act, Fisheries Act, and Species at Risk Act

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional designation or certification
Demonstrated problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues and provide clear recommendations
Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk assessment and time management)
Ability to create and sustain critical partnerships, and effectively network across multiple business functions
Emergency response experience and training (e.g., Incident Command System (ICS))
Embrace safety leadership and TC Energy’s “Safety in Every Step; Energy in Every Action” culture

Responsibilities

Provide frequent, field‑based environmental support to Operations staff to ensure compliance with applicable environmental legislation, regulatory requirements, and company standards
Implement TC Energy’s Environment Program, including standard practices and procedures, to promote consistent compliance and effective environmental protection
Review environmental operating procedures and processes, identify gaps, recommend improvements, and support effective field‑level implementation
Plan, coordinate, and manage annual environmental programs, including hazardous waste management, vegetation and noxious weed control, surface water management, and pre‑job environmental risk assessments and hazard identification
Lead or support environmental assessments, monitoring, inspections, and facility audits, as required
Develop, track, and forecast regional environmental budgets in support of Operations
Collaborate with internal Environment peers to align regional activities with corporate priorities and Canada Gas Operations objectives
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including Operations personnel and regulators, to identify, assess, and manage environmental risks
Conduct inspections of pipeline facilities to verify compliance with environmental legislation, permits, and company standards
Prepare and submit external regulatory and permit reporting, including stormwater management and soil quality reporting, as required
Participate in a rotational on‑call schedule to provide 24/7 environmental emergency response support and assist with environment‑related incident investigations
Attend regional pre‑project meetings and provide environmental input to ensure hazards and risks are identified, evaluated, and appropriately managed
Participate in regulatory inspections and support the communication, tracking, and closure of findings, commitments, and corrective actions
Support stakeholder engagement activities with landowners and Indigenous communities, as required
Communicate new or revised Environment Program requirements to Operations teams, support training delivery, and participate in JHSEC, EPT, CAT, and other relevant committees or initiatives