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Engineer, Safety Oversight

Permanent, Full-Time

Competition Number: 202102

BC Oil & Gas Commission: Fort St John, Kelowna or Victoria

OGC 1 $66,706.43 - $76,122.95* OGC 2 $79,548.65 - $90,778.23* OGC 3 $93,955.65 - $107,816.18* OGC 4 $111,589.73 - $128,051.90*

*Posted salary includes a JFMM Allowance of 27%

If located in Fort St John, salary will include a Location Allowance of 3%

The BC Oil and Gas Commission (Commission) is the provincial single-window regulatory agency with responsibilities for regulating oil and gas operations in British Columbia, including exploration, development, pipeline transportation and reclamation.

PURPOSE OF POSITION The Engineer, Safety Oversight is part of the Engineering Strategic and Technical Service Branch responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the oversight system for monitoring and mitigating regulated activity safety risks. The Safety Oversight System will follow a Plan, Do, Check, Act cycle and the incumbent will monitor the system for effectiveness. The incumbent will apply process safety management principles in the development of the system and will ensure it is aligned and integrated with the Commission’s other systems.

SELECTION CRITERIA

OGC 1: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with up to four years related experience, and registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as an Engineer-in-Training; or

OGC 2: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with five years related experience, and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer; or

OGC 3: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with nine years related experience, OR a Master’s degree in Engineering, with seven years related experience, OR Doctor of Engineering with five years related experience; and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer; or

OGC 4: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with fourteen years related experience, OR a Master’s degree in Engineering, with twelve years related experience, OR Doctor of Engineering with ten years related experience; and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer.

Proven experience in the design, construction, operation, maintenance or inspection of oil and gas related facilities.

Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant legislation and legal terminology.

Demonstrated experience in process safety management, risk assessment and risk management.

Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and auditing of safety or operational management systems.

Demonstrated working knowledge and solid understanding of management system principles, processes and documentation requirements.

Demonstrated working knowledge of the Oil and Gas Activities Act, Pipeline Regulation, Liquefied Natural Gas Facility Regulation, Drilling and Production Regulation, CSA Z276, CSA Z767, CSA Z662, and recommended practices applied to facilities within BC.

Incumbent must be registered, or have the ability to register, with the Engineering and Geoscientists of British Columbia as a professional engineer. If you are interested in applying for this role and meet the minimum selection criteria, please select “Apply Now” and submit your cover letter and resume prior to midnight February 3, 2021. Please note applicants will only be contacted if they are selected to proceed further in the process. An eligibility list with a duration of 6 months, may be established.

For More Information: Recruitment 250-419-4463

OIL AND GAS COMMISSION POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Engineer, Safety Oversight POSITION #: 573887

DIVISION: Engineering CLASSIFICATION: OGC 4

Program Area: Engineering Strategic and Technical Services LOCATION: Fort St John/ Kelowna/ Victoria

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Supervisor, Engineering Strategic & Technical Services

POSITION #: 573881

SUPERVISOR’S CLASSIFICATION:

OGC 5 LOCATION: Victoria

The BC Oil and Gas Commission (Commission) is the provincial single-window regulatory agency with responsibilities for regulating oil and gas operations in British Columbia, including exploration, development, pipeline transportation and reclamation. The Commission’s core roles include reviewing and assessing applications for industry activity, consulting with First Nations, ensuring industry complies with provincial legislation and cooperating with partner agencies. The public interest is protected through the objectives of ensuring public safety, protecting the environment, conserving petroleum resources and ensuring equitable participation in production. JOB OVERVIEW The Engineer, Safety Oversight is part of the Engineering Strategic and Technical Service Branch responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the oversight system for monitoring and mitigating regulated activity safety risks. The Safety Oversight System will follow a Plan, Do, Check, Act cycle and the incumbent will monitor the system for effectiveness. The incumbent will apply process safety management principles in the development of the system and will ensure it is aligned and integrated with the Commission’s other systems.

The Engineer, Safety Oversight is responsible for the development of an annual safety oversight improvement plan in collaboration with Commission staff. The safety oversight improvement plan is implemented via the business plan by cross-divisional working groups tasked with reducing the public safety risk from specific hazards. The Engineer, Safety Oversight updates progress on the safety oversight improvement plan and reports on changes in the safety risk profile. The incumbent will provide engineering advice and direction, and work closely with Commission staff in evaluating compliance and in the development of compliance oversight programs and activities.

The Engineer, Safety Oversight will lead the periodic re-assessment of risks to public safety in a facilitator role and will maintain the detailed safety risk register for the Commission.

Much of the work will involve providing information on regulated activity (geothermal resource activities, oil and gas activities), hazards, risks and mitigations at various forums; researching required authorities and industry standards; and providing recommendations to the decision makers on how to most effectively and efficiently mitigate regulated activity risks.

In this role, the Engineer, Safety Oversight is required to develop and maintain a professional network consisting of engineers and technologists within the Commission and external contacts including industry and other regulators.

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ACCOUNTABILITIES The Engineer, Safety Oversight:

Develops and implements a Safety Oversight System for monitoring and mitigating regulated activity safety risks.

Monitors the Safety Oversight System to determine its effectiveness at reducing risk via various methods including key performance indicators, reviews and audits.

Updates the safety oversight improvement plan on a regular basis and reports on the changes in the safety risk profile resulting from the work of cross divisional working groups tasked with reducing the safety risk from specific hazards.

Participates in project teams relating to compliance oversight (e.g. inspection, audit, record validation).

Monitors and evaluates engineering project resources, processes and progress; identifies technical and engineering risks and obstacles, and makes recommendations for solutions. Adapts to new methods and implements new courses of action, guiding others through any project changes.

Liaises with Technical Safety BC, WorkSafeBC, and other regulatory agencies regarding technical aspects of active memorandums of understanding.

Coordinates with other Commission staff to ensure the Safety Oversight Systems are integrated with other Commission Systems.

Provides technical assistance, as requested, in the review of permit holder root cause analyses related to reportable incidents at oil and gas facilities.

Provides input into recommended changes to legislation, regulations, provincial policy and technical standards.

Participates in the development of CSA Z662, ASME B31.3, CSA Z276 or CSA Z767, as requested.

Represents the Commission at industry meetings, and conferences by giving presentations.

Prepares correspondence and briefing notes as required.

Performs other related duties and assumes new responsibilities as the Commission requires.

ORGANIZATION CHART Commissioner, Chief Executive Officer

Executive Vice President, Chief Engineer Vice President, Reservoir, Field Engineering & Technical Services Supervisor, Engineering Strategic & Technical Services

Engineer, Safety Oversight (Topic Position)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

OGC 1: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with up to four years related experience, and registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as an Engineer-in-Training; or

OGC 2: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with five years related experience, and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer; or

OGC 3: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with nine years related experience, OR a Master’s degree in Engineering, with seven years related experience, OR Doctor of Engineering with five years related experience; and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer; or

OGC 4: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with fourteen years related experience, OR a Master’s degree in Engineering, with twelve years related experience, OR Doctor of Engineering with ten years related experience; and Registration with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia as a Professional Engineer.

Incumbent must be registered, or have the ability to register, with the Engineering and Geoscientists of British Columbia as a professional engineer.

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Experience:

Proven experience in the design, construction, operation, maintenance or inspection of oil and gas related facilities.

Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant legislation and legal terminology.

Demonstrated experience in process safety management, risk assessment and risk management.

Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and auditing of safety or operational management systems.

Demonstrated working knowledge and solid understanding of management system principles, processes and documentation requirements.

Demonstrated working knowledge of the Oil and Gas Activities Act, Pipeline Regulation, Liquefied Natural Gas Facility Regulation, Drilling and Production Regulation, CSA Z276, CSA Z767, CSA Z662, and recommended practices applied to facilities within British Columbia.

KEY COMPETENCIES Adaptability: is the ability to effectively work in and adapt to change Teamwork and Cooperation: is the ability to work cooperatively within diverse teams, work groups and across the Commission to achieve operational goals; Professionalism: Promotes a positive image of the organization by taking personal responsibility for one’s role and acts consistent with OGC values. Process Improvement: Proactively identifies process improvements and takes appropriate steps to implement them. Results Orientation: Shows concern for surpassing a standard of excellence, be it one's own past performance (striving for improvement); an objective measure (achievement orientation); challenging goals one has set; or even improving or surpassing what has already been done (continuous improvement). Analytical Thinking: Able to comprehend a situation by breaking it down into its components and identifying key or underlying complex issues. It implies the ability to systematically organize and compare the various aspects of a problem or situation and determine cause-and-effect relationships (“if…then…”) to resolve problems in a sound, decisive manner. Checks to ensure the validity or accuracy of all information. January 15, 2021 ___________________ _______________________________________ DATE Richard Slocomb, Vice President

Reservoir, Drilling Engineering & Technical Services