Environmental Field Coordinator

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Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

We strive to make a significant difference in the communities where we live and operate. We create an inclusive environment that values all voices and opinions. Together, the different backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and perspectives of our employees drive our success.

Job Summary

Job Description

About ConocoPhillips

ConocoPhillips is one of the world’s leading exploration and production companies based on both production and reserves, with a globally diversified asset portfolio. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips has approximately 9,600 employees supporting operations and activities in 13 countries. In 2022, production averaged 1,738 MBOED, and proved reserves were 6.6 BBOE.

In Canada, we can trace our history back over 110 years. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, our current investment programs are focused on the operated Surmont oil sands development in the Athabasca region of northeast Alberta and the liquids rich Montney unconventional play in northeast British Columbia. Our production averaged 85 MBOED in 2022 and proved reserves were 0.2 BBOE.

Our story demonstrates our commitment to the community, our innovative approach to technology and our adaptability during the changes faced by our industry. Within our Calgary office, we have implemented a Hybrid Office Work program, which offers eligible employees flexibility with the option of working remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays. We believe that diverse opinions, ideas, and perspectives are what fuels innovation, and we reinforce this belief through a DEI Council of employees, a culture of psychological safety and an Engagement Network, to name a few. Our workforce represents the international communities in which we live and work, bringing together talented people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consistent with our focus on excellence, ConocoPhillips continues to discover and develop best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion – for the good of our enterprise, our employees, our vendors, and our communities. 

Description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Environmental Operations, the Field Environmental Coordinator is the field point of contact for all environmental issues and plays a key role in the overall coordination and implementation of ConocoPhillips Canada’s field environmental programs, proactive initiatives, and regulatory compliance, through the full life cycle of our projects (applications, exploration, production operations, maintenance, construction, drilling, completions, remediation and reclamation activities).

The person(s) in this role (are) is responsible for ensuring alignment with the environmental components of the ConocoPhillips Canada Health, Safety and Environment Management System, supporting day to day operations, leading spill preparedness and response and improving environmental performance.

The Field Environmental Coordinator position is primarily field based, scheduled as a back-to-back rotational position and is an integral part of the Environmental Operations team.

Responsibilities

The Field Environmental Coordinator is responsible for tasks in the following work areas:

Day-to-day support:

• Assure compliance with all environmental requirements for operations in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs and Operations.
• Support Operations on environmental programs, initiatives and issues including fugitive emissions detection and repairs, flaring/venting and GHG verification, waste management, noise assessments, erosion control, vegetation management, water withdrawal/discharge, spill response/cleanup, and wildlife interactions and mitigations.
• Complete environmental inspections as pipelines and other facilities progress through various stages of their life cycle (application, construction, drilling, completions, operations, and decommissioning/abandonment)
• Support implementation of permit, license and approval conditions for construction and production operations.
• Coordinate and direct contract service providers conducting environmental work to ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective delivery of services.
• Manage scope of work and budgets associated with environmental work.
• Work with the Health and Safety, Sustainable Development and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure consistent program execution, regulatory interaction, and planning.
• Act as a liaison between the Montney facilities and Calgary Staff, keeping Supervisor, Environmental Operations, and others up to date of on-site activities and changing conditions as required.

Spill response:

• Assist Operations in developing spill response plans, maintain spill response equipment/supplies and ensure readiness and coordinate response to spills/releases,
• Report regulatory non-compliance and complete all required follow-up documentation and communication with regulatory agencies to close out incidents.
• Support incident documentation, investigation, corrective action, and verification of environmental and regulatory incidents.

Environmental Performance:

• Engage with field staff and contractors to increase environmental awareness and improve environmental performance.
• Support and/or pilot innovative environmental best practices, monitoring, and reporting solutions (e.g. bioengineering, WasteCoordinator™, continuous emissions monitoring platforms, drones etc.…)
• Collect and analyze environmental data to identify trends and issues to support enhancements to environmental programs.
• Track and assess environmental incident trends and causal factors to inform improvements to processes/programs, and
• In collaboration with Calgary staff, develop programs designed to improve environmental performance.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Minimum of post-secondary degree in environmental science or equivalent.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in environmental operations support.
• Strong familiarity with British Columbia environmental requirements.
• Minimum 5 years direct field environmental operations experience.
• An understanding of oil and gas production operations.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability and flexibility to work on rotation.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Expertise – Knowledgeable and experienced with the fundamentals of environmental management and environmental incident response.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish results under pressure while remaining flexible to rapidly changing conditions and priorities.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication, technical report writing and file management.
• Exemplify ConocoPhillips core values.
• Formal training and experience in:
• Strong team player with an ability to carry out assignments with limited guidance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including Indigenous community members.
• Ability to operate a drone to acquire aerial imagery and process resulting imagery into useful end products is an asset.

A preferred candidate has been identified for this position.

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the closing date.

This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the ConocoPhillips Canada substance abuse program and pre-employment health screening.

Current employees: Please ensure you have discussed your intent to apply with your current supervisor prior to applying for any internal position.

For information on our Sustainable Development performance in Canada, visit www.cpcsustainability.ca

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Before: March 7, 2024

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.