Posted 5 days ago
Resource Specialist, Environmental Assessment
@ SaskPower
Saskatchewan
Overview
SaskPower is hiring a temporary full-time Resource Specialist, Environmental Assessment in Regina or Saskatoon, through March 31, 2028. The role researches and implements specialized programs, conducts environmental and heritage impact assessments, and works with regulators and communities. The posting states the position is within Unifor Local 649, and candidates may face an interview, abilities test, case study or presentation.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct environmental and technical impact assessments
- Develop programs with regulators, communities and interest groups
- Serve as subject matter expert and advise on corporate standards
- Research and monitor emerging issues affecting operations
- Represent SaskPower at working groups and public forums
Requirements summary:
- Biology or environmental science degree or diploma, or equivalent
- Five years of environmental impact assessment experience, or a related designation
- Knowledge of provincial and federal acts and regulations
- Strong research, communication and project management skills
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Research & science |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5 driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Biology, Environmental Science |
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SaskPower
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Full company description
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees. We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets. Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 5 hydroelectric stations – 863 MW • 9 wind facilities – 818 MW • 3 solar facilities – 103 MW • 11 natural gas stations – 2,434 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 33 MW Our total available generation capacity is 5,930 MW. Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders. *Information as of Mar. 2025
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,375
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,844
- Reported office locations
- 2025 Victoria Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0S1, CA
- Other recorded names
- SaskPower
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Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees. We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets. Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 5 hydroelectric…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 27 |
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Location - Regina or Saskatoon
Temporary - Full Time until 03/31/2028
We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!
Apply no later than 11/13/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.
JOB SUMMARY:
The employee in this classification is responsible to research, develop, recommend, monitor and implement highly specialized and/or technical programs and/or functions for the corporation. This position may be responsible to conduct field studies and investigations into issues that have potential impact on SaskPower’s operations and the Province of Saskatchewan.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Work with government regulatory agencies, boards, communities and/or interest groups to develop programs to mitigate environmental, resource and other impacts of SaskPower’s operations
• Plan and conduct program management, technical and/or environmental impact assessments and management programs as it relates to the area of expertise
• As a subject matter expert, assist and/or lead the development of corporate standards and provide support to all areas of SaskPower
• Provide expert advice and assistance to the Corporation
• Utilize professional judgment to make informed decisions regarding mitigation options and preventative measures related to SaskPower and Provincial resources
• Identify, research and monitor emerging issues that could impact SaskPower’s operations
• Assist with environmental and heritage resource studies for new projects and corporate initiatives
• Represent SaskPower on working groups, interest groups, communities and public forums on related issues
• Promote and comply with all Corporate, Provincial and Federal regulations
• Travel province wide as required by the position
• Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required
• Other related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Biology or Environmental Science with a specialization in plant, wildlife and habitat ecology, or equivalent AND/OR;
• Related professional designation or certification, or equivalent AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related experience in environmental impact assessment and experience with biological and ecological field research and assessments, or equivalent
• Knowledge of related Provincial and Federal Acts, regulations and legislations
• Demonstrated research, analysis and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational, coordination and project management skills
• Ability to take initiatives and to lead and motivate people
• Ability to forecast and predict budget requirements
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, as required by the position
This positions falls with in the scope of the Unifor Local 649.
Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.
At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act.
We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.
Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.
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Please apply by 11/13/2026.
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