Senior Specialist, Facility Decommissioning – Abandonment

Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)

. Serve as the AER’s lead technical and regulatory expert on the full lifecycle of AER-regulated facilities .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeCalgary • CanadaSenior💰 CA$130,050 - CA$153,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in facility closure and decommissioning within the energy sector, applying regulatory knowledge to enhance cost estimation methodologies and improve compliance with AER directives. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for mentoring and collaborating with stakeholders.

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Facility Closure ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeCost Estimation MethodologiesTechnical LeadershipPolicy Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Chemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPetroleum EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringClosure and DecommissioningCost EstimationRegulatory Framework AnalysisField ExperienceTechnical Standards DevelopmentEnvironmental Protection Regulations

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative Work StyleInfluencing SkillsMentorship AbilitiesStrategic Advice

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Engineer (APEGA)

Industry Keywords

AER DirectivesEnvironmental Protection and Enhancement ActLiability Management FrameworkOil and Gas Conservation ActWaste & Storage Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the AER’s lead technical and regulatory expert on the full lifecycle of AER-regulated facilities
Lead development, continuous improvement and implementation of regulatory requirements, standards and guidance related to facility closure
Lead initiatives to enhance facility liability cost estimation methodologies
Improve integration of closure considerations throughout the regulatory framework
Provide technical leadership, strategic advice and mentorship across the organization
Work with industry and other stakeholders to address emerging issues and improve closure performance
Apply technical knowledge to develop and implement standards and regulatory requirements for responsible, timely facility decommissioning
Analyze the regulatory framework to identify gaps, discrepancies and inconsistencies and define closure milestones, activities and outcomes
Lead enhancements to closure cost estimation methodologies for regional and site-specific liability costs
Support improved annual facility and closure performance reporting
Review facility suspension and decommissioning activities, including proposals, plans, reports, site inspections and industry meetings
Participate in and support policy initiatives led by the Government of Alberta
Communicate technical expertise to AER staff, leadership, industry, stakeholders and other parties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, petroleum or environmental engineering
10+ years of related experience in operations, environmental or facility engineering within the energy sector
Field experience working at industrial facilities
Expertise in closure and decommissioning of various energy facility types, including multi-well batteries, gathering stations, compressors, sour/sweet gas plants, fractionation plants and waste handling facilities
Understanding of AER facility-related requirements, including Directive 056, Directive 058, Directive 011 and the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act
Familiarity with the Liability Management Framework and associated AER directives
Familiarity with the Oil and Gas Conservation Act and Oil and Gas Conservation Rules
Familiarity with the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and associated regulations
Familiarity with Waste & Storage requirements, liquid and waste inventories, and proper suspension of equipment
Experience or familiarity in policy review and development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and influence others while maintaining professional relationships
Registered professional engineer with APEGA is preferred
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Defined benefit pension plan(s)
Flexible benefits
Wellness programs
Flexible work options and hours, aligned with organizational policies
Opportunity to make a difference and be part of a performance driven team
Ability to leverage expertise and critical thinking skills in wide-ranging, challenging, and complex work
Accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, addressed confidentially