Senior Dam Safety Engineer - Hybrid
Senior Dam Safety Engineer - Hybrid
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Location: Calgary or Edmonton Alberta
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Senior Dam Safety Engineer Hybrid
The Opportunity
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting for a Senior Dam Safety Engineer to join our passionate team of professionals. We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive impact on Albertas energy sector.
As a Senior Dam Safety Engineer you will provide regulatory oversight for energy-sector dams in Alberta; this includes incident response inspections and the technical review of regulatory submissions. You will be part of the team that has regulatory oversight of 200 energy-sector dams across the province including some of the most complex tailing structures in the world. Additionally you will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of stakeholders including dam operators consultants and regulators in other jurisdictions.
Our ideal candidate has a strong geotechnical engineering background with dam safety engineering experience and is looking to make a meaningful contribution towards the safe operations of dams in Alberta.
The AER prides itself in their commitment to work-life balance! You can earn up to 24 flex days in addition to your vacation as part of our competitive total rewards package.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Implement the AERs Dam Safety Program in alignment with relevant government policies regulations and AER strategic objectives.
Take responsibility for regulatory oversight of a designated portfolio of dams.
Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of dam safety regulatory submissions including design reports dam safety performance reports and risk assessments.
Perform field inspections track nonconformances and safety deficiencies and identify areas of noncompliance.
Respond to safety incidents providing expert support to the AERs oversight efforts.
Provide specialized technical insight on complex geotechnical matters throughout the full life cycle of dams advocating for a collaborative enterprise-wide approach.
Contribute to the training growth and mentorship of fellow team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
What were looking for in you:
Bachelors degree in civil mining or geological engineering is required with a masters degree or higher in geotechnical engineering is preferred.
Registration or immediate eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
8-10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience and 5 years of experience in the design construction or operation of earthfill or tailings dams.
Familiarity with the Alberta Dam and Canal Safety Directive and related legislation.
Experience with Canadian Dam Association (CDA) dam safety guidelines and bulletins as well as Mining Association of Canada (MAC) tailings management guidelines would be considered an asset.
Proficiency in industry-standard geotechnical software packages.
Proven track record of managing multiple deadlines projects and priorities.
Collaborative team player with the ability to influence decisions without direct authority.
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to technical accuracy.
Additional Information:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
Pre-placement medical and a fully valid class 5 drivers license along with a positive driving record is required.
Required physical demands: Walking / traversing on uneven surfaces.
Additional training is required and will be provided: First Aid Driver Training.
Travel required with overnights stays. Approximately 5% is field work.
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 - employees may work remotely up to five days per calendar month with a limit of two remote days per week
Defined benefit pension plans
Flexible benefits program options including Personal & Health spending account(s)
Generous vacation entitlement and flex days
More information about working at the AERs including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website.
Our 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: August 14 2025 at midnight
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
