Senior Talent Programs Advisor

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office                

Department: Human Resources    

Reports to: Manager, Talent Programs                 

Worker Type: Employee     

Schedule Type: Full Time  

Work Setting: In-Office

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Senior Talent Programs Advisor. In this position, you will play a key role in leading the assessment, development, implementation, sustainment and continuous improvement of key enabling talent programs, that grow the competence, capability and development of our workforce. In collaboration with peers on the Talent Programs team, the successful candidate will provide program oversight and execution of high-performance leadership principles to support the organization in achieving strategic and individual objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the end-to-end development, delivery, sustainment and continuous improvement of key enterprise talent programs, including Performance Management, Succession Planning and Development Planning, while embedding organizational cultural attributes into program design and related talent practices and employee experiences.
• Champion the organization’s Career Management strategy and programs, taking ownership of existing career development initiatives while designing and delivering future initiatives that increase awareness, capability, and participation.
• • Future initiatives may include the development of scalable resources, learning experiences, tools, campaigns, and frameworks that empower employees to take ownership of their career growth and development.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources (HR) Systems and Information Technology to modernize and advance functionality of talent technology solutions in Success Factors, optimizing talent program outcomes.
• Maintain and evolve the Senior Leadership Coaching program, including program philosophy, vendor management, coach selection support, budget oversight, measurement of outcomes, and partnership with senior leaders to deliver tailored leadership development solutions.
• As required, research, advise on and/or facilitate training or leader effectiveness sessions and workshops in support of key talent programs under their portfolio, ensuring an engaging and impactful learning experience for participants.
• Develop materials and presentations for a variety of internal audiences that build awareness and increase confidence and competence around talent programming.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field such as Human Resources, Organizational Development or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Designations, such as CPHR and coaching certification are assets.
• Over 8 years of progressive experience with a minimum of 3 years' direct experience in design, delivery and sustainment of enterprise performance management, succession/talent reviews and development planning programs.
• Experience with Success Factors is a strong asset.
• Highly collaborative, bringing strong stakeholder management orientation and relationship-building skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, compelling messaging, facilitate discussions, and translate complex or high-level concepts into practical and easy-to-understand information.
• Confidently present talent strategies, insights, and recommendations to senior executives while tailoring communications effectively for leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution, translating vision into practical, scalable solutions and measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrates professional maturity, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to lead through change and familiar with change management principles and practices.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and complexity while maintaining momentum across multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

At Trans Mountain, we believe in an inclusive, accessible, and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at: Talent@transmountain.com or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.