Integrated electric utility delivering clean hydroelectric power across British Columbia via generation, transmission and distribution.
* Be accountable for defining and establishing governance and environmental compliance requirements across projects and
Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program. The Director develops strategic relationships with First Nations, government regulators and external stakeholders, and acts as representative of BC Hydro on senior committees. Reporting to the SVP,
* Develop and maintain good relations with government agencies, other utilities and environmental groups to effectively assess and address emerging environmental issues, regulatory changes, and evolving technologies.
* Be accountable for providing environmental and permitting services and expertise to support timely delivery of capital projects, operations and maintenance planning at the plant and field level across the province. This includes support in the implementation and execution of work and the management and mitigation of any resulting environmental impacts;
* Be responsible for the oversight, implementation and maintenance of the Environmental Management System.
Capital Infrastructure Project Delivery, this role oversees an organization of about 127 union and non-union employees with six direct reports.
* Prepare annual management plans; provide approval for projects and maintain control of expenditures in accordance with BC Hydro’s administrative procedures.
The purpose of the Annual Review is to assess the suitability and effectiveness of the Environmental Management System, to set environmental direction for the company, and to ensure implementation of applicable decisions.
* All candidate finalists will be required to provide their Stefan & Associates leadership assessment for review.
approximately $48 million, and oversees the development and implementation of strategic plans, practices, and standards to ensure compliance in operations and capital projects. The Director’s business unit is also responsible for delivering on regulatory commitments that support BC Hydro water licenses through the Water License Requirements Program and the
* Work across all business groups to facilitate environmental risk management for fisheries, wildlife, pollution prevention, greenhouse gas management, and heritage requirements through the integration of environmental and heritage considerations into the business.
* Be accountable for the Quarterly and Annual Environmental Management Review process.
* Provide leadership and coaching to a team of both union and non-union staff.
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The Director, Environment leads the portfolio responsible for strategic and operational management of BC Hydro’s environmental and social related risks. As a senior leader of the company, the Director is responsible for a budget of
* Be accountable for delivery of BC Hydro’s many obligations to monitor and mitigate operational and historical footprint impacts through delivery of the Water License Requirements Program that support the Water Use Planning process, and delivery of the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program (in partnership with First Nations, provincial and federal agencies, and public representatives).
* Establish long term priorities and contribute to overall strategic business direction for the organization. Lead proactive thinking, development, and the initiation of progressive environmental planning in projects and operations.
* Develop strategic relationships with First Nations, Senior Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, Ministry of Environment, BC Energy Regulator, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada officials on matters related to the planning, permitting and operation of all BC Hydro assets, Compensation Programs and Water License Requirements.
operations, including Site C, to ensure consistency in strategy, decision making, practices, and controls. This includes responsibility for the Environment Strategy and Statement of Environmental Principles for the company, overseeing and reporting on environmental performance, and providing authoritative counsel to executives and business group leaders on strategies to maintain regulatory compliance and facility authorizations.
* Required to travel regularly within BC.
* Bachelor’s degree in a field of Natural Resource Management or Sciences, Environment or Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, or Law. Masters preferred.
* Exceptional leadership skills coupled with experience leading large business units or organizations.
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* A minimum of 15+ years’ experience in a relevant environment related field, demonstrated through a deep understanding of the environmental and heritage permitting regime in BC and Canada, and experience in establishing and leading. environmental and regulatory oversight and support to operations, capital projects and maintenance programs.
* Ability to think creatively and strategically in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.
* Proven leadership and consensus building skills, focused on achievement of measurable outcomes.
* Sound knowledge of environmental, social-economic and public interest issues and their impact on area of expertise.
* Evidence of relevant and progressive work experience.
* Superior verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to build solid relationships, conduct negotiations and make presentations to technical and non-technical audiences.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to encourage innovation, collaboration, risk taking and creative thinking in others through performance coaching/mentoring/recognition.
* Sound business knowledge including financial/operational/strategic planning and management.
* Demonstrated change management experience as well as superior facilitation skills.
* Ability to represent BC Hydro strategically on various internal and/or external committees and task forces.
Annual Salary: $ 189,200.00 - 239,200.00
A workplace powered by you At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented, inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a person with a disability, please let us know by emailing [email protected], as adjustments can be made to help support you in your application process.
* Please note this is a full-time permanent (FTR) opportunity located at our Edmonds location in Burnaby, BC.