Public Awareness-Specialist

• Pay Rate: $69.70/hour, depending on experience
• Contract End Date: November 30, 2027
• Location: Fort St John, British Columbia
  
  

Raise is currently hiring a Public Awareness-Specialist on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client, is one of Canada’s most progressive Midstream companies in Canada

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

The Public Awareness Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining NorthRiver Midstream’s social license to operate. The primary focus of this role is to deliver Emergency Response information, pipeline safety education, and damage prevention messaging to key stakeholders located within NorthRiver’s Emergency Planning Zones (EPZs) across British Columbia and Alberta.

Working independently and representing the company in the field, you will build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, local residents, government agencies, and the general public, while ensuring full compliance with provincial and federal regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Engagement & Public Awareness:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders living or working within or near NorthRiver’s Emergency Planning Zones.
• Deliver comprehensive education regarding pipeline presence, safety precautions, signs of a leak, safe living/working practices near right-of-ways (ROWs), one-call center procedures, and emergency reporting.
• Collect and update stakeholder personal contact data required for integration into NorthRiver’s Emergency Response Plans (ERPs).
• Regulatory Compliance & Emergency Response Information:
• Provide accurate Emergency Response information to external stakeholders in direct alignment with regulatory mandates in Alberta and British Columbia.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of provincial and federal oil and gas emergency response requirements.
• Damage Prevention & Outreach:
• Assist in the creation and distribution of public outreach materials and participate in community engagement activities aimed at preventing pipeline damage and unauthorized activities.
• Routinely assess and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities in mitigating risks and preventing damage to pipeline infrastructure.
• Land & Operations Collaboration:
• Represent NorthRiver Midstream along the pipeline ROW within your designated operating area.
• Provide dedicated support to the Lands and ROW teams on various damage prevention, public awareness, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
  
  

Scope & Working Relationships

• Geographic Scope: British Columbia and Alberta (requires travel to remote and rural areas).
• Key Contacts: Builds and manages high-impact relationships with landowners, local residents, municipal/provincial government bodies, regulatory authorities, industry peers, and internal multi-disciplinary teams (Lands, Safety, Operations, Lega
  
  

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of direct experience working within the oil and gas or midstream pipeline sector, specifically in stakeholder relations, public awareness, or emergency planning.
• Direct experience delivering Emergency Response information, pipeline operations/maintenance knowledge, and familiarity with ERP frameworks. (preferred)
• Strong understanding of oil and gas emergency response requirements and regulatory processes in both BC and AB.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work with legal plans, maps, GPS tools, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Proficiency with current IT tools, including the Microsoft Office Suite and land database systems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a proven track record of communicating complex safety information clearly.
• Expertise in influencing, conflict resolution, and negotiating sensitive situations with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven experience engaging with external stakeholders in sensitive or rural environments - specifically landowners, local residents, government agencies, regulators, and industry peers.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Education and Certifications
• Post-secondary education or equivalent practical experience in Communications, Emergency Management, Land Relations, or Damage Prevention within the pipeline/midstream sector.
  
  

Additional Information

• At least 60% of the time driving to meet with various stakeholders and visit field locations within Operating Areas
• Typically field office environment
• Some travel associated with field training, site visit to offices within operating areas
• Expected to work independently, including management of time, approach to technical problems, and work priorities
• As this is a safety Sensitive Role Pre-access substance testing will be required
  
  

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