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1 Engineer, LNG Facilities - BC Oil & Gas Commission, Victoria BC OGC 1 $59, $67,944.02* OGC 2 $71, $81,024.49* OGC 3 - $83, $96,231.59* OGC 4 - $99, $114,292.89* *Posted salary includes a JFMM Allowance of 27% Engineering Division The Engineer, LNG Facilities participates in the development of policy and regulatory guidance and assists permit holders in understanding engineering related regulatory requirements within BC. The incumbent also assists in the development and maintenance of the technical regulations and leads in the development and streamlining of the application review process for LNG facilities in BC. Qualifications Consideration will be given to those with: Bachelor of Science in Engineering Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who demonstrate experience: In the design, construction, operation, maintenance and inspection of oil and gas related facilities; experience of regulatory enforcement and strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and legal terminology; materials analysis; safety training; risk management and assessment; project management. Leading and coaching multi-disciplinary senior level professionals and/or managers in the development and implementation of complex projects in the natural gas industry, preferably LNG. (ie: ability to work on multiple major projects simultaneously.) Knowledge and solid understanding of project management principles, processes and documentation requirements. Working knowledge of the Oil and Gas Activities Act, Pipeline and Liquefied Natural Gas regulation, Drilling and Production regulation, CSA Z276 and Z662and recommended practices applied to facilities within British Columbia; In submitting your application, you confirm you have reviewed the following job description for a complete list of duties and qualifications. We encourage all applicants to apply, even if they do not currently meet the qualifications as an employee development plan may be established for lesser qualified applicants to progress to the full working level. To submit your application, please select the Apply Now button within the posting. After clicking the button, you will be required to fill in your name, address, contact information, working status in Canada, and attach your resume and cover letter (only Microsoft Word or PDF documents can be attached). For additional information regarding this position, please contact Recruitment at (250) You are also encouraged to view the Commission Website. Competition Number: Closing Date: January 13, 2014 For More Information: Recruitment MAILING 6534 Airport Rd. Fort St John BC V1J 4M6 T F

2 OIL AND GAS COMMISSION POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE Engineer, LNG Facilities POSITION #: DIVISION/UNIT: Engineering LOCATION: Victoria SUPERVISOR S TITLE: Deputy Commissioner, Engineering POSITION #: SUPERVISOR S CLASSIFICATION: APPROVED CLASSIFICATION: ENTERED BY: Excluded LOCATION: Victoria OGC 4 Rebecca Lumley CLASS CODE: PHONE NUMBER: PROGRAM The BC Oil and Gas Commission (Commission) is an independent, 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. PURPOSE OF POSITION The Engineer, LNG Facilities participates in the development of policy and regulatory guidance and assists permit holders in understanding engineering related regulatory requirements within BC. The incumbent also assists in the development and maintenance of the technical regulations and leads in the development and streamlining of the application review process for LNG facilities in BC. The Engineer, LNG Facilities reviews applications for oil and gas industry related LNG facilities and recommends conditions for approvals where appropriate. In addition, the Engineer, LNG Facilities leads in the development and streamlining of the application review process for the Province of British Columbia. The Engineer, LNG Facilities may be required to participate as a member of technical subcommittees for CSA Z662, CSA 276 and/or ASME B31.3 and actively contributes to the development and maintenance of those standards. NATURE OF WORK AND POSITION LINKS The Engineer, LNG Facilities works within the Commission s regulatory framework for LNG facility permit review and makes recommendations for approval. The incumbent leads in the development and streamlining of the application review process and ensures that applications meet all requirements including appropriate acts, codes and legislation for the Province of British Columbia. The Engineer, LNG Facilities provides engineering advice, opinion direction to, and works closely with, Commission inspection staff in evaluating compliance and technical safety issues related to facility design, construction, operation and maintenance. MAILING 6534 Airport Rd Fort St John BC V1J 4M6 T F

3 Much of the work will involve meeting with project proponents, representatives and decision makers within affected government agencies, to understand project scope, timelines and implications of proposed projects and to clarify the Commission s role and processes in authorizing the engineering components of the planned activity. The work will also involve providing information on oil and gas activities and the Commission at various forums; researching required authorities and industry standards; providing advice to project proponents on provincial engineering permitting requirements and providing recommendations to the Deputy Commissioner, Engineering on how to most effectively and efficiently resource LNG project activities. In this role, the Engineer, LNG Facilities is required to develop and maintain a professional network consisting of engineers and technologists within the Commission and external to the Commission from sources including industry and other regulators. Specific program linkages and relationships include but are not limited to the following list of stakeholders, agencies and other governments: Commission senior leadership; LNG project proponents; Commission Divisions, Departments and staff especially those who will have direct involvement in reviewing or authorizing LNG project activities; Technical staff within provincial government agencies, primarily involving the Ministries of Natural Gas Development; Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations; Transportation and Infrastructure as well as the BC Safety Authority; Oil and natural gas exploration and production companies; Oil and natural gas industry associations and other non-governmental organizations; Regional and municipal governments; and The general public. SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES / DELIVERABLES The Engineer, LNG Facilities; Provides and implements recommendations on processes and procedures essential to the work of the Facility Engineering Department; Researches and assesses likely impacts of alternative proposals in terms of associated risks, mitigation strategies, stakeholder response, liability and other implications, and outlines the advantages/strengths and disadvantages/weaknesses of each to support informed decision making. Monitors and evaluates project resources, processes and progress, identify technical and engineering risks and obstacles and takes or recommends action to address, adapts to new methods and implements new course of action. Works closely with the Operations Engineering Department to ensure that facility construction and operations are inspected by knowledgeable and trained inspection staff; Liaises with the British Columbia Safety Authority, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Natural Gas Development and other regulatory agencies regarding active memorandum of understandings; Provides information and advice to Commission staff, Ministry of Natural Gas Development,, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations as well as the industry, federal and provincial agencies regarding the engineering aspects of oil and gas technical regulations; Participates in project teams relating to inspection of facility operations, providing technical assistance in the investigation of facilities failures; Facilitates the implementation of major LNG facilities projects by working collaboratively with project team to meet deadlines and milestones and take corrective action where necessary. Leads with the development of objectives, policies, measures and standards for the regulations of LNG facilities in conjunction with industry, Deputy Commissioner, Engineering, Supervisor Facilities and other Commission staff; Provides input into recommended changes to legislation, regulations, provincial policy and technical standards for the LNG facilities; Participation as a member of CSA Z662, ASME B31.3 or CSA Z276. Page 2 of 5

4 Represent the Commission at industry meetings, and conferences by giving presentations including yearly conferences with upstream and downstream proponents; Prepares correspondence and briefing notes as required; Performs other related duties and assumes new responsibilities as the Commission requires. DIRECT SUPERVISION (i.e., responsibility for signing the employee appraisal form) Role # of Regular # of Auxiliary Directly supervises staff 0 0 Supervises staff through subordinate supervisors 0 0 PROJECT /TEAM LEADERSHIP OR TRAINING Role # of # of Role Supervises students or volunteers 1-2 Provides formal training to other staff varies Lead project teams 1-3 Assigns, monitors & examines the work of staff 0 WORKING CONDITIONS/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/TOOLS & EQUIPMENT Registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGBC. Frequent use of computer to generate reports etc. Frequent travel required with occasional travel to remote areas via aircraft or motor vehicle on paved and gravel roads to lead or participate in the review of operational engineering work,, and consultation processes. PREPARED BY NAME: Rebecca Lumley DATE: October 2013 EXCLUDED MANAGER AUTHORIZATION I confirm that: 1. the accountabilities / deliverables were assigned to this position effective: October the information in this position description reflects the actual work performed. 3. a copy has / will be provided to the incumbent(s). NAME: Richard Slocomb SIGNATURE: DATE: ORGANIZATION CHART Commissioner Chief Engineer Deputy Commissioner, Engineering Engineer, LNG Facilities (TOPIC POSITION) SELECTION CRITERIA Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) from the Association of Page 3 of 5

5 Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC. Qualifications: OGC 1: Undergraduate degree in related field. Working knowledge of all applicable regulations, standards and recommended practices within British Columbia. OGC 2: Minimum of 2 years related experience (Related experience could include engineering experience within the oil and gas industry) Working knowledge of all applicable regulations, standards and recommended practices within British Columbia. OGC 3: Minimum of 5 years related experience (Related experience could include engineering experience within the oil and gas industry) Working knowledge of all applicable regulations, standards and recommended practices within British Columbia. OGC 4: Minimum of 7 years progressive experience or Master s degree and 5 years of related or equivalent experience. Advanced knowledge of regulations, standards and recommended practices advanced skills in complex issue management, executive communication and recommendations development. Experience and Knowledge: In the design, construction, operation, maintenance and inspection of oil and gas related facilities; experience of regulatory enforcement and strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and legal terminology; materials analysis; safety training; risk management and assessment; project management. Leading and coaching multi-disciplinary senior level professionals and/or managers in the development and implementation of complex projects in the natural gas industry, preferably LNG. (ie: ability to work on multiple major projects simultaneously.) Knowledge and solid understanding of project management principles, processes and documentation requirements. Working knowledge of the Oil and Gas Activities Act, Pipeline and Liquefied Natural Gas regulation, Drilling and Production regulation, CSA Z276 and Z662and recommended practices applied to facilities within British Columbia; KEY COMPETENCIES Service Orientation means displaying a desire to identify and serve customers/clients, who may include the public, colleagues, partners (e.g. educational institutes, non-government organizations, etc.), co-workers, peers, branches, ministries/agencies and other government organizations and focusing one's efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of such customers/clients. Results Orientation implies showing 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). Teamwork and Cooperation is demonstrating the ability to work co-operatively within diverse teams, work groups and across the organization to achieve group and organizational goals. Innovation indicates an effort to improve performance by doing or promoting new things, such as introducing a previously unknown or untried solution of procedure to the specific are or organization. Change Management is the ability to support a change initiative that has been mandated within the organization. It involves helping the organization s members understand what the change means to them, and providing the ongoing guidance and support that will maintain enthusiasm and commitment to the change process. People with this competency willingly embrace and champion change Page 4 of 5

6 Analytical Thinking is the ability 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 of accuracy of all information. Improving Operations is the ability and motivation to apply one s knowledge and past experience for improving upon current modes of operation within the Commission. This behaviour ranges from adapting widely used approaches to developing entirely new value-added solutions. Commitment to Continuous Learning is the commitment to think about the ongoing and evolving needs of the organization and to learn how new and different solutions can be utilized to ensure success and move the organization forward Building Partnerships with Stakeholders is the ability to build long-term or on-going relationships with stakeholders. This type of relationship is often quite deliberate and is typically focused on the way the relationship is conducted. Implicit in this competency is demonstrating a respect for and stating positive expectations of the stakeholder. Page 5 of 5