Posted 4 days ago
Environmental Program Lead
@ FortisBC
Castlegar, British Columbia
Overview
FortisBC is hiring an Environmental Program Lead, a full-time regular management role. The work covers environmental risk management, regulatory compliance and oversight of environmental consultants across projects, with stakeholder relations with internal teams and regulators. The posting states an expected hiring range of $97,100 to $114,200, short-term incentive eligibility, and a flexible work program of up to 85 days a year from approved B.C. flex locations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide environmental oversight and guidance to projects
- Manage environmental consultants and review deliverables
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits
- Build relationships with internal teams and regulatory agencies
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in environmental or natural resource field
- Seven years managing environmental issues
- Eligible for or holds a professional environmental certification
- Working knowledge of BC and federal environmental legislation
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | RPBio, RBTech, PEng, PGeo, AScT, PAg |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Biology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Planning |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Performance bonus |
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FortisBC
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Energy for a better BC
Full company description
FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the communities where we live and work by investing in grassroots community projects through our Community Investment Program. As an employer, we emphasize occupational health, safety and wellness while striving to attract a spectrum of talent and fostering working environments where multiple perspectives are welcomed and valued. We promote a culture of belonging where employees can connect and grow, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we live and serve. Check our progress to see how we’re striving to ensure safe, affordable and dependable energy infrastructure built for reliability and resilience.
- LinkedIn followers
- 63,175
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,371
- Reported office locations
- 16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey, British Columbia V4N 0E8, CA
- 1975 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V7, CA
- 1290 Esplanade Ave., Trail, British Columbia V1R 4T2, CA
- Business categories
- Energy & Utilities
- Energy, mining, utilities
- Other recorded names
- FortisBC
- Specialties
- natural gas
- electricity
- propane
- geothermal
- district energy
- energy solutions
- natural gas for transportation
- liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- renewable natural gas
- and compressed natural gas (CNG)
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | natural gaselectricitypropanegeothermaldistrict energyenergy solutionsnatural gas for transportationliquefied natural gas (LNG)renewable natural gasand compressed natural gas (CNG) |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 92 |
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Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $97,100.00 to $114,200.00
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: Yes
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
Position Overview
You’re a passionate environmental professional who excels in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary settings, balancing priorities while delivering results on complex projects. A strong communicator and collaborator, you engage stakeholders early to identify risks, ensure compliance, and develop practical solutions. In this role, you’ll support environmental risk management and regulatory compliance while overseeing consultants and partnering with internal teams and external agencies to drive successful outcomes.
In this role, you will:
- Support company operations and project teams in managing environmental risk, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, corporate policies, and industry best practices.
- Provide environmental oversight and guidance to projects, including advising on risks, management practices, regulatory requirements, and protection measures.
- Oversee and manage environmental consultants, including setting expectations, reviewing deliverables, and ensuring compliance without impacting project timelines.
- Ensure operations and projects comply with environmental regulations, corporate standards, permits, and environmental protection requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies, while supporting continuous improvement, change management, and environmental awareness initiatives.
What it takes:
- A bachelors degree in relevant field, such as biology, environmental sciences, natural resource management, or environmental planning.
- Seven years of experience in managing environmental issues relating to aquatic/terrestrial resources, vegetation management, and responding to environmental incidents.
- Hold, or eligible to obtain, professional environmental certification or membership in the College of Applied Biology of BC (RPBio, RBTech), Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (PEng, PGeo), Applied Science Technologist and Technicians of BC (AScT), Institute of Agrologists (PAg), or Forest Professionals BC (RPF).
- Working knowledge of BC and federal environmental legislation, regulations, bylaws, construction practices, and permitting related to the energy industry, with field experience considered an asset.
- Strong communication and technical expertise, including public speaking and the ability to convey environmental requirements, with preferred specialization in areas such as aquatic/terrestrial resources, vegetation, or incident management.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
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