Senior Dam Safety Engineer- Hybrid

L o cation : Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta

Employment Type : Full Time Permanent

Salary Range : SP4, Level 6, $110,256 - $137,280 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Senior Dam Safety Engineer Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting for a Senior Dam Safety Engineer to join our passionate team of professionals.

We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive impact on Alberta’s energy sector.

As a Senior Dam Safety Engineer, you will provide regulatory oversight for energy-sector dams in Alberta; this includes incident response, inspections, and the technical review of regulatory submissions.

You will be part of the team that has regulatory oversight of 200+ energy-sector dams across the province, including some of the most complex tailing structures in the world.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of stakeholders, including dam operators, consultants, and regulators in other jurisdictions.

Our ideal candidate has a strong geotechnical engineering background with dam safety engineering experience and is looking to make a meaningful contribution towards the safe operations of dams in Alberta.

The AER prides itself in their commitment to work-life balance! You can earn up to 24 flex days in addition to your vacation as part of our competitive total rewards package.

What your day-to-day will look like :

Implement the AER’s Dam Safety Program in alignment with relevant government policies, regulations, and AER strategic objectives.

Take responsibility for regulatory oversight of a designated portfolio of dams :

Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of dam safety regulatory submissions, including design reports, dam safety performance reports, and risk assessments.

Perform field inspections, track nonconformances and safety deficiencies, and identify areas of noncompliance.

Respond to safety incidents, providing expert support to the AER's oversight efforts.

Provide specialized technical insight on complex geotechnical matters throughout the full life cycle of dams, advocating for a collaborative, enterprise-wide approach.

Contribute to the training, growth, and mentorship of fellow team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

What we’re looking for in you :

Bachelor’s degree in civil, mining, or geological engineering is required, with a master’s degree or higher in geotechnical engineering is preferred.

Registration, or immediate eligibility for registration, as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).

8-10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience and 5 years of experience in the design, construction, or operation of earthfill or tailings dams.

Familiarity with the Alberta Dam and Canal Safety Directive and related legislation.

Experience with Canadian Dam Association (CDA) dam safety guidelines and bulletins, as well as Mining Association of Canada (MAC) tailings management guidelines, would be considered an asset.

Proficiency in industry-standard geotechnical software packages.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with effective presentation abilities.

Proven track record of managing multiple deadlines, projects, and priorities.

Collaborative team player with the ability to influence decisions without direct authority.

Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to technical accuracy.

Additional Information :

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

Pre-placement medical required.

Possess a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record.

Required physical demands :

Walking / traversing on uneven surfaces.

Additional training is required and will be provided : First Aid, Driver Training.

Travel required with overnights stays. Approximately 5% is field 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 . 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.

Defined benefit pension plans.

Flexible benefits program options, including Personal & Health spending accounts.

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 .

Application closing date : May 28, 2024 at midnight