Compliance & Enforcement Officer – 12-Month Term

BC Energy Regulator

. Conduct inspections and audits of energy-sector activities, including well operations, pipelines, production facilities, roads, drainage, and engineered structures .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeTerrace • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$88,386 - CA$100,777 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance and enforcement within the energy sector, including conducting inspections, investigations, and audits while effectively communicating with stakeholders. Proficient in interpreting legislation and managing environmental protection initiatives.

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Compliance And Enforcement ExperienceInvestigative SkillsEnvironmental Protection ManagementKnowledge Of Energy Industry RegulationsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Conducting InspectionsInvestigating Non-ComplianceDrafting Technical OrdersAnalyzing DataPreparing Court DocumentsOperating Air-Quality Monitoring EquipmentCase PreparationRegulatory Law EnforcementEnvironmental Impact AnalysisSafety Requirements Management

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationFlexibilityActive ListeningJudgement

Tools & Technologies

Mobile Air-Quality Monitoring EquipmentNoise-Monitoring EquipmentCompliance/Enforcement Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Natural Resource Officer Designation

Industry Keywords

Energy SectorOil And GasEnvironmental Regulatory RequirementsProvincial And Federal LegislationCriminal Justice SystemsAdministrative Justice Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct inspections and audits of energy-sector activities, including well operations, pipelines, production facilities, roads, drainage, and engineered structures
Operate mobile or portable air-quality and noise-monitoring equipment and interpret gathered data
Investigate suspected legislative non-compliance and recommend warnings, tickets, administrative actions, penalties, contraventions, seizures, permit cancellations, or prosecution
Draft and issue shut-in, technical, environmental, and safety orders, or require documents, plans, and reports
Monitor order requirements and deadlines
Maintain and review case files and advise program staff on investigative and enforcement options
Compile investigative information and write reports for court and administrative proceedings; provide expert testimony and prosecute disputed violation tickets
Plan, coordinate, participate in, and lead provincial, inter-provincial, inter-regional, or international investigations and enforcement projects
Attend complaints, incidents, and emergencies; participate in emergency response and root-cause investigations
Analyze submissions, prepare hearing and court documents, maintain inspection reports and compliance/enforcement systems, generate reports, analyze data, monitor trends, and recommend improvements
Participate in public and First Nations meetings and discussions with industry, government agencies, First Nations, and stakeholders
Travel and work in adverse or hazardous conditions using specialized equipment as required
May receive Natural Resource Officer and other statutory designations
May supervise 1–3 full-time employees and act as Supervisor during absences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in law enforcement, natural resource management, or a related discipline and 2 years directly related experience focused on compliance and enforcement; or technical diploma and 3 years; or Grade 12 plus post-secondary courses and 5 years
Different combinations of relevant experience, education and/or training may meet the standards
Experience specializing in compliance and enforcement of a broad legislative mandate, such as regulatory law enforcement
Experience operating in an energy industry such as oil and gas
Experience interpreting and applying Provincial and Federal legislation
Experience with criminal and administrative justice systems, procedures, case law, and case preparation
Experience conducting investigations, exhaustive research, and case preparation
Knowledge and experience with environmental protection management and energy industry environmental impacts
Knowledge and experience working in the energy industry, including oil and gas
Knowledge and experience safely operating and maintaining firearms, vehicles, ATVs, boats, wilderness survival, first aid, and handling dangerous substances
Experience conducting inspections related to energy and/or environmental regulatory requirements
Ability to deal effectively with the public in enforcement situations, answer complaints and inquiries, explain legislation, liaise with agencies, and testify in legal proceedings
Ability to resolve complex enforcement issues and make sound decisions regarding law enforcement applications and safety requirements under stressful situations
Flexibility and adaptability
Active listening and understanding
Effective communication
Planning
Problem solving and judgement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Office Model with work from both a home office and a designated BCER office location (eligibility may vary)
10.75% Job Family Market Multiplier added to posted salary
3% Location Allowance added to posted salary for northern location
Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support