Atco Frontec
Provides remote workforce accommodations, facilities management, defence & disaster support worldwide.
Provide environmental expertise for electric utility projects, incident response, and compliance.
16 hours ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada
Field
Company Size
6,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Airfield Services
Fire/Crash Rescue Services
Fuel Management & Distribution
Water/Wastewater Management
Solid Waste Management
IT, Communications & Radar Operations
Facilities Management
Asset Management
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Resources
Government
Defence
Infrastructure
Facility Operations
Logistics Support
Role
Description
env support
data review
mitigation plans
spill response
incident investigation
iso14001 audit
The Advisor delivers environmental expertise for electric utility infrastructure projects across the North Central region, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, the ISO 14001 environmental management system and project‑specific environmental protection plans. A key component of the role is coordinating and managing responses to environmental incidents and spills.
- Provide technical environmental support across construction, reclamation and operational phases of electric utility projects.
- Evaluate project technical data, identify constraints and communicate findings to staff and district offices.
- Educate and support construction, engineering, operations & maintenance teams on project‑specific environmental requirements.
- Develop and implement environmental mitigation measures and project‑specific environmental protection plans.
- Lead timely response to environmental incidents and coordinate spill response activities.
- Collaborate with third‑party contractors to ensure incident handling complies with company standards.
- Conduct incident reviews, investigations and root‑cause analysis; prepare regulatory reports.
- Partner with the Environmental Planning team to develop, implement and audit the ISO 14001 EMS.
- Deliver environmental training to employees and contractors; participate in regional meetings and safety committees.
- Advise on municipal, provincial and federal environmental regulations and monitor regulatory changes.
- Represent technical support on focus groups and committees; act as backup for the Environmental Supervisor.
Requirements
environmental degree
professional designation
entry-level
gis
microsoft project
communication
The position requires regular travel to field offices and remote sites, operating on rotating shift schedules and often involving overnight stays and the use of a company vehicle. The Advisor works closely with regional staff, contractors and other functional groups to build strong working relationships and provide technical guidance.
- University or college degree in a relevant environmental discipline (e.g., reclamation, biology).
- Professional designation such as Professional Agrologist, Professional Biologist or Registered Technical Agrologist preferred.
- 0‑2 years experience in environmental field work and in an active construction setting.
- Proficiency in surface water, groundwater, soil sampling, spill assessment, waste management, reclamation and wetland assessments.
- Ability to interpret maps, air photos, engineering drawings and use GPS, GIS and specialized databases (SPIN II, AbaData).
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
- Excellent verbal and written communication; strong collaborative and problem‑solving abilities.
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license; willingness to travel, use a company vehicle and stay overnight.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible benefits effective from the first day of employment.
- Company‑matched defined contribution pension plan.
- Employee share purchase plan.
- Charitable donation matching program.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$22B Assets
Part of ATCO Ltd.
Frontec is part of ATCO Ltd., a public energy and infrastructure group with CA$22 billion in assets.
~6.5K Employees
ATCO Workforce
ATCO Ltd., the parent company, employs approximately 6,500 people globally.
13M+ Work Hours
Safety Achievement
Frontec has achieved over 13 million work-hours without a lost-time incident, highlighting its strong safety culture.
- Born from Canada’s frontier spirit, it began supplying technical services and logistical support in northern Canada.
- Operates globally, managing remote camps, military bases, disaster zones, mines, and infrastructure projects.
- Delivers turnkey modular structures, lodgings, facility maintenance, fire prevention, site services, defence support, and emergency response.
- Remote-site expertise spans the High Arctic to Afghanistan deserts, excelling in challenging environments.
- Typical projects include worker camps, fire prevention system installations, NORAD radar station support, and disaster relief deployments.
- Expanding into new defence and government sectors, forming strategic ties with NATO, NORAD, Inuit, and Indigenous partners.
- Integrates design, manufacturing, installation, and operations—offering a seamless, end-to-end service chain.
- Evolved from 'Frontier Technologies', balancing deep heritage with cutting-edge readiness worldwide.
Culture + Values
- Integrity – We are accountable to our stakeholders, acting with honesty, transparency, and fairness.
- Collaboration – We are committed to working together to achieve shared goals.
- Innovation – We actively pursue creative and efficient solutions to exceed expectations.
- Safety – We prioritize the health and safety of our employees, customers, and communities.
- Sustainability – We integrate sustainable practices to ensure long-term success.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by the specified year.
- Active involvement in reducing environmental footprint through efficient energy use.
- Commitment to responsible resource management and continuous innovation to reduce carbon emissions.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
- Focus on increasing gender diversity across leadership roles.
- Ongoing efforts to ensure equitable opportunities and support for underrepresented groups in the workforce.