Senior Geochemist Mining - Hybrid
Senior Geochemist Mining - Hybrid
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Job Description
Location: Calgary Edmonton Alberta preferred any AER office location will be considered
Employment Type: Full Permanent
Salary Range: SP4 Level 6 $116960 $146200 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors including education qualifications experience and internal equity.
Senior Geochemist Mining Hybrid
The Opportunity
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting for a Senior Geochemist to join its talented team of professionals in the Mining group within the Regulatory Applications Branch. As a Senior Geochemist you will provide technical knowledge and leadership for mining applications reports and plans related to development operation and abandonment under the Oil Sands Conservation Act (OSCA) Coal Conservation Act (CCA) Mineral Resource Development Act (MRDA) Water Act (WA) and the Environmental and Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA).
You will apply advanced knowledge of physical and chemical hydrogeological geological and geothermal resource principles and practices to provide highlevel technical assurance and mentorship. This role requires interacting with other technical professionals to look at proposals and reports holistically liaising with applicants clearly articulating risks associated with each submission and making recommendations to the leadership team. It ensures provincial policy guidelines regulatory requirements and management strategies are incorporated into project decisions and organizational initiatives. This role requires strong knowledge and leadership in terms of regulations analytical approaches risk assessment and stakeholder collaboration.
What your daytoday will look like:
Conduct geochemical assessments to support and make recommendations on industry applications in accordance with government policy and regulations. Utilizes substantive experience to guide the team through complex scenarios requiring a broader understanding and analysis of fluid chemistry and geochemistry which have impacts on the environment industry and AER credibility.
Inform and liaise with representatives from industry AER field staff the public and government during the application review process including but not limited to regulatory requirements associated with mining developments.
Work with a diverse network of specialists across industry academia and government to remain current on emerging issues identify policy gaps and support policy initiatives with a view towards their practical application to energy sector activities and support the implementation of them into AER core business functions to ensure policy objectives are upheld.
Represent the AER on external multistakeholder forums working groups and committees supporting the creation of new AER regulatory frameworks directives monitoring requirements and the development of novel approaches to regulation that uphold the integrity of environmental regulations.
Perform desktop audit activities and approval/license maintenance including making recommendations on operators performance and compliance to application requirements.
What were looking for in you:
A Bachelors Degree in Earth Science or Geology with specialization in geochemistry.
10 years of related geochemistry experience and direct experience with regulations would be considered an asset.
Registered professional with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or eligible for professional membership is required.
Strong understanding of Albertas regulatory framework and associated legislations and enactments with ability to apply them to various submission scenarios is consider an asset.
Proficient in ArcGIS and geochemical software to interpret data and create models.
Demonstrates strong critical thinking and highlevel awareness proactively solving undefined problems by considering broader impacts beyond the immediate information presented.
Ability to use strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills to build and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to facilitate present and communicate complex technical information to a variety of audiences.
Possess strong informal selfleadership and ability to share expertise with all staff levels. Work effectively and willingly with others within the team and other resources within AER.
Additional Information:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
Travel is required within the province to support team members and industry engagement 510 of the time.
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 plan(s)
Flexible benefits program options including Personal & Health spending account(s)
Generous vacation entitlement and flex days
More information about working at the AER including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website Commitment to Diversity:
At the AER our values of Accountability Collaboration Transparency and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture a culture where every individual regardless of race colour religion gender national origin age disability or any other legally protected factors thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.
Our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion fuels innovation creating a brighter more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.
Application closing date: May 7 2025 at midnight
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
