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Make a living. Make a difference. Be in great company. Work for the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER).
At the AER, a career goes beyond the paycheck by allowing you to follow your passion and be a part of something meaningful. In addition to a competitive compensation package, your reward for a job well done is knowing you’re helping protect what matters and strengthen responsible and safe energy development.
For over 80 years, the AER has adapted to innovations in technology and changing expectations, and we’re looking for people with strong technical skills and a passion for doing what’s right to continue this legacy. Apply today.
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Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Culture:
The Alberta Energy Regulator is an equal opportunity employer. We support inclusivity and diversity of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally-protected factors.
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· Location(s):
Any AER location within the province of Alberta; Calgary Head Office is preferred.
Employment Type:
Full Time - Limited term 12-month contract with the possibility of extension.
The Opportunity
The Alberta Energy Regulator is currently recruiting for a Compliance Auditor, Production to join its talented team of professionals in the Compliance and Liability Branch (CLM). The Compliance Auditor, Production will work within the Production & Emissions Compliance team conducting routine audits, supporting complex compliance assurance activities on industry operations, and verifying compliance with regulatory requirements.
As a member of the team, your role is responsible for conducting audits to confirm compliance with measurement and reporting related regulatory requirements. Through the management of the Enhanced Production Audit Program (EPAP), the Compliance Auditor will identify, compile, and analyze information to assist in improving the level of assurance over the accuracy and completeness of volumetric data reported to PETRINEX and increasing the level of industry compliance with AER measurement and reporting requirements. This role offers immersion into a multi-disciplinary team and will provide the successful candidate with exposure to varied specialties including emissions and benzene.
Your Key Responsibilities:
• Follow and support all planning and reporting activities in alignment with AER policies, procedures, the Compliance Assurance Program, and Branch Operational Plan.
• Work with industry in support of the operation of the EPAP by reviewing annual operator declarations to assess the control environment over measurement and reporting, collaborating with operators in remediating deficient measurement and reporting controls, collaborating with operators to resolve issues arising from the compliance assessment report, managing action items and voluntary self disclosures.
• Lead and conduct complex audits on operations/activities within the AER’s jurisdiction. Prepare audit plans, collect, and analyze information from varied and numerous sources to determine compliance, resolve problems and make recommendations to improve operations. Prepare audit letters, noncompliance letters, perform follow-up actions and execute compliance assurance processes as required. Ensure all audit file documentation is compiled and saved appropriately.
• Respond to and lead others in handling inquiries and stakeholder complaints. Coordinate the technical review of complex complaints with other AER stakeholders.
• Communicate and consult with industry regarding areas of concern. Lead meetings and deliver technical presentations to industry and government agencies. Participate in synergy groups as required.
• Contribute to provincial initiatives or assignments related to operational needs, regulatory, and technical issues as appropriate. Participate in technical teams to develop and implement policies and procedures. Act as a subject matter expert providing support to hearings or ADR sessions as required.
Qualifications:
• Degree in environment, oil & gas or related field.
• 8 years directly related experience in auditing or related oil & gas experience.
• Canadian Association of Petroleum Production Accounting (CAPPA) certification is an asset.
• Familiarity with controls -based and substantive audit techniques would be an asset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Ability to prioritize work based on risk and value.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements Directive 076, Directive 017, Directive 007.
Additional Requirements and Information:
• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) will be aligning with the Government of Alberta’s proof of vaccination requirements by November 30, 2021. All new hires of the AER will be required to be fully vaccinated upon start date of employment.
• New hires who are unable to be vaccinated due to a medical reason, or for another protected ground under the Alberta Human Rights Act, will be reasonably accommodated.
• New hires will be required to disclose and present appropriate evidence of the accommodation requirement at the time of accepting an employment offer. Proof of vaccination documents will be provided to the AER’s People, Culture & Learning Branch only.
AER Hybrid Work Model Trial
We understand the way we do our work has changed and our employees are looking for flexibility with a blend of in-office and remote work. Following the work from home orders being lifted, the AER will be trialing a hybrid work model to live, learn and adapt our flexible work arrangements in a way that works for our business and our employees.
What does our hybrid work trial model look like?
• Combination of in-office and remote work based on your preference and business needs!
• Flexible work hours, while committing to being available during our core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm
If you choose to participate in the hybrid model, you will:
• Be provided with an AER computer or laptop when working in the office.
• Need to have access to a personal computer when working from home (unless assigned an AER laptop - dependant on business need).
• Have a high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 50 Mbps for downloads and 30 Mbps for uploads when working remotely.
Benefits at the AER
• Flexible benefits program
• Work/Life Balance time off programs
• Healthcare spending account
• Voluntary Group Savings Programs
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
For Internal Applicants Only
• Under the AER’s Classification Framework this position is an SP3, Level 5.
• In the event a current AER employee would like to apply for an internal posting, the employee will inform their leader prior to submitting their application.
• Please note: 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.
• This position is eligible as a Temporary Assignment. Should the successful employee be a permanent employee, they would retain their permanent status for the term of the contract and potentially be eligible for Acting Pay as per the AER’s Compensation Policy. At the end of the assignment, the employee would either return to their current role or be reassigned to an equivalent role within the organization.
Please note, this job advertisement will close on December 01, 2021 at midnight.