AltaGas - Advisor, EHS
This role is ideal for someone who excels at influencing without formal authority, working collaboratively with operations, and building strong partnerships with regulatory agencies, rail partners, and internal stakeholders.
You’ll thrive here if you enjoy autonomy, can jump in to support daily site needs, and are energized by developing practical, site‑specific processes that strengthen safety performance and compliance across a dynamic operational environment.
Work closely with operations to support planning for critical activities such as confined space entry, energy isolation, and handling dangerous materials
Provide hands‑on technical EHS support for rail and truck loading operations at our Fort Saskatchewan site
Partner with and maintain strong communication channels with regulatory bodies, including Transport Canada and other provincial and federal agencies
Coach, mentor, and guide workers and contractors daily to reinforce safe behaviors and operational discipline
Deliver training sessions, orientations, and EHS program education for new and existing personnel
Support and enhance the Midstream Operating Management System (OMS), with focus on EHS program implementation and improvement
Manage and monitor the Emergency Response Program, including drills, exercises, and participation on the site Incident Management Team
Lead and support incident investigations using TapRooT or similar methodologies; own the Incident Management Process for the site
Conduct site inspections, participate in safety meetings, and support the Joint Worksite Health & Safety Committee (JWHSC)
Maintain safety equipment and ensure EHS documentation—policies, procedures, permits—is accurate and up to date
Collaborate with Midstream environmental staff to ensure ongoing environmental compliance
Champion continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance site safety culture, system efficiency, and operational execution
What You’ll Bring
5+ years of EHS experience, ideally in oil & gas, rail, transloading, or related industrial settings
NCSO, CRSP, or a relevant post‑secondary credential
Proven ability to influence and build credibility without direct authority
Knowledge of provincial and federal safety regulations, including Transport Canada
Experience supporting safety in field‑based operations, with a willingness to be present and hands‑on at the site
Expertise in EHS management systems; experience with TapRooT or similar root‑cause tools is an asset
A self‑starter mindset - organized, proactive, and confident working independently with minimal oversight
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to partner effectively across teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
Why Join
You’ll have the autonomy to design and refine practical EHS processes tailored specifically to Fort Saskatchewan’s operational needs
You’ll collaborate closely with operations, leadership, rail partners, and regulators as a trusted advisor whose perspective is valued and sought after
At AltaGas, safety is foundational. You’ll play a key role in ensuring everyone goes home safely, every day
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.