Environmental Advisor – Cold Lake

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

What Role You Will Play In Our Team

The Environmental Team Lead will support the Cold Lake operation by completing regulatory analyses, maintaining existing regulatory compliance systems and relationships, and ensuring compliance with internal and external reporting requirements. The position will keep up-to-date with assigned regulations and support Operations staff to drive reasonable rulemaking and interpretations. Actual job role could vary based on experience and knowledge of candidate(s). The position is located in Cold Lake, Alberta.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine environmental and regulatory compliance activities including managing data associated with environmental and regulatory permitting, compliance, processes and programs.
• Coordinate information gathering, respond to internal and regulatory agency information requests, and support permit applications.
• Assist in developing and implementing consistent and efficient compliance programs (e.g. environmental aspect / impact assessments, environmental business planning).
• Provide feedback on process and tool improvement opportunities including impact avoidance and mitigation measures.
• Lead implementation of appropriate environmental and regulatory practices including impact avoidance and mitigation measures for the operating facility.
• Lead environmental business planning efforts or environmental aspect assessments for the site.
• Communicate company position on issues affecting operating or business unit on a local governmental agency level (e.g. permit application interface with provincial regulator).
• Advocate for responsible, sustainable business positions clearly communicate business and technical impacts and effectively advance these positions in regulatory, governmental and community engagements.
• Lead environmental advisor for on-site environmental team, environmental contractors and local management.

About You

• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental risk management.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant environmental experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal & Provincial environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Alberta Regulatory Framework including Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.
• Bachelor of Engineering or Science (Chemical or Environmental preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Organizational leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong detail orientation.
• Strong business ethics.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience would be beneficial.
• A valid driver's license and a safe driving record are required for this site-based position.

Your Benefits

• Health and Dental Coverage: Plans supplement provincial government coverage, including prescription drugs, vision, and dental care, with flexible options to meet changing family needs.
• Vacation and Time Off: Career employees receive three to six weeks of vacation depending on service and experience, plus 12 paid holidays and extra Fridays off throughout the year.
• Disability and Life Insurance: Employees are automatically enrolled in company-paid short- and long-term disability plans, basic life insurance, and accident insurance from day one, with optional supplemental coverage available.
• Retirement Savings and Pension: Employees can participate in a savings plan with company matching contributions and a Defined Benefit Pension Plan for long-term retirement security.
• Work-Life Balance Programs: Flexible work arrangements and programs help employees balance personal and professional responsibilities.

Other Considerations

We thank all those who apply however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request.