Regulatory Compliance Advisor (Field Based)

The ERM International Group

  • Smithers, BC
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 4 days ago
ERM is hiring an experienced Regulatory Compliance Advisor in British Columbia, Canada. Applicants may be based remotely, but within BC, and be willing to travel occasionally to one of ERM’s offices or a client site, as needed.The role requires experience in the mining, infrastructure or natural resource development sectors combined with a demonstrated understanding of applicable provincial/territorial and federal regulatory and permitting requirements, permit and approval conditions, and construction environmental and compliance management for major capital projects. This is a part-time (10 hours per week) limited-term role with a duration of 1 month, extendable.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manage and provide regulatory compliance leadership for capital projects advancing through provincial / territorial / federal environmental assessment and permitting processes and into construction. This includes working closely with ERM Partners and Project Managers to provide regulatory and compliance management support to clients, lead internal technical teams, and ensure the timely delivery of quality products that fully meet the client and regulator’s requirements.
  • Lead engagement activities with regulators, Indigenous groups, communities, and stakeholders as part of the project design through construction planning phases.
  • Provide technical input and guidance to team members on the application of regulatory and permitting requirements applicable to client projects, to develop technical expertise across sectors and regulatory jurisdictions.
  • Execute activities such as compliance management scoping; construction readiness reviews; managing information requirements/requests; technical writing; researching and reviewing data and regulations/guidance; collecting and integrating input from ERM’s subject matter experts; advising on mitigation effectiveness and implementation; advise on drafting of permit and EAC conditions through EA and permitting processes; preparing environmental management plans and compliance management plans; working with clients to set up compliance management systems; leading compliance reporting and tracking; leading compliance audits through construction and early operations; delegating GIS, data compilation and desktop publishing assignments to support deliverables; and developing recommendations for clients.
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees worldwide.
  • Actively embrace and support ERM’s leading health and safety training and workplace environment.
QUALIFICATIONS & DESIRABLE SKILLS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, environmental management, or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, environmental and compliance management for major capital projects, or equivalent industry experience within relevant business sectors.
  • Expert knowledge of compliance and enforcement regulatory frameworks for mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, and/or infrastructure sectors
  • In-depth knowledge of federal, provincial, and territorial regulations and guidelines (in particular, familiarity with environmental assessment and permitting processes in British Columbia).
  • Experience in the delivery of multifaceted permitting programs across a spectrum of sectors, primarily mining, but oil and gas, ports and marine, and renewables considered an asset.
  • Excellent writing, communication, organization, time, and team management skills.
  • The ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and inspire teams in a demanding work environment.
  • Experience working and leading as part of an integrated team providing technical deliverables for input into regulatory applications and leadership throughout the application review.
  • Demonstrated experience providing strategic guidance to support clients navigating the regulatory process.
  • Demonstrated experience providing direction to client consulting teams regarding compliance requirements, tracking, and reporting to contribute to successful implementation of compliance activities.
  • Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous groups, particularly in the context of regulatory processes, including the use of Indigenous knowledge in environmental management.
  • Experienced with community and stakeholder engagement considered an asset.
  • English is required and fluency in multiple languages (e.g., Indigenous languages, French) is an asset.
  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established health and safety protocols.
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness in the workplace.
Pay Transparency:For the Regulatory Compliance Advisor position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $114,581.00 – $146,106.00, $55.08/hr – $70.24/hr CAD, limited-term, non-exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees.*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Who We Are:As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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