Gas Controller

Gas Controller

Location : Surrey, BC, CA

Affiliation : MoveUP

Employment Status : Full-Time Regular

Salary : $3,692.00 Bi-weekly

Short-term Incentive Eligible : No

Workplace Flexibility : No

Posting End Date : Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for monitoring pipeline data to ensure adequate flow across the province.

Responsibilities

Controls the flow of gas in the pipeline system of FortisBC and FEVI and potential external systems to ensure safe, efficient operating conditions, reliable customer service and optimum purchases and sales on a 24-7 basis by :

• monitoring pipeline data such as pressures and flow rates using a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system;
• analysing and responding to alarms and other potential problems according to established procedures;
• controlling pipeline pressures and flows through the operation of remote‑controlled equipment such as compressors and valves;
• acting as primary contact in any emergency involving pipeline facilities and notifies management personnel as required, may make initial assessment of incidents, coordinate response, and take appropriate action.
• forecasting daily gas requirements by analysing current weather forecast information, historical load and temperature data, customer estimates and historical data and current telemetry data;
• determining the availability of gas for interruptible sales based on supply and economics, allocating available supply to interruptible customers, issues curtailment notices and maintains proper curtailment records;
• producing various daily, weekly and monthly reports for distribution to management and other departments;
• coordinating and analysing field procedures for pipeline construction, maintenance, and repairs, releasing pipeline for work and altering flows and pressures as required;
• recording all activity related to system operation in the gas control logs.

Maintains liaison with :

Creates reports and maintains data records as required by modifying and running customized programs on the company mainframe to :

Requirements

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life‑long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

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