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AGS Office - Edmonton, Alberta

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The ERCB acts in the best interest of all Albertans in overseeing the efficient and effective development of our resources, while balancing the need for resource conservation, public safety, environmental protection, technical innovation and service. This broad mandate places the new ERCB at the forefront of the regulatory world. With a passion for service, we will create a legacy of excellence for present and future generations of Albertans.

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REPORTS TO: Section Leader - Applied Geoscience

Alberta Geological Survey (AGS) is the geoscience knowledge arm of the ERCB. The core activities of the AGS are to map the geological framework of the province and apply the mapping to provide knowledge with respect to groundwater resources, geological hazards and geomechanical issues in the province.

The aim of the Geological Hazards Program is to study Alberta's geology and identify geological hazards to support informed decision making by the ERCB and Albertans. We subdivide geological hazards into two groups, natural and anthropogenic. In the case of natural hazards, the trigger for an event or change is caused by a change in the natural environment, whereas for an anthropogenic hazard, the trigger for an event or change is caused by human activity with pre-existing natural conditions. In 2009 a portion of this program shifted to focus on characterizing anthropogenic hazards associated with resource extraction in the shallow subsurface and associated ground movements and seismicity. This part of the program seeks to provide regional data coverage on the geological framework, geomechanical characteristics and monitoring data in order to understand the effects of continued extraction of hydrocarbons from, and injection of fluids and material into the subsurface in Alberta.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Working with a team of engineers, geologists, seismologists and remote sensing specialists, the incumbent will participate in developing a vision for a geomechanics program within the ERCB to addresses geomechanical issues and support the regulatory process, with opportunities to lead and implement significant aspects of this program.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:

* Participate in developing a vision for a geomechanical program to proactively address geomechanical issues in Alberta, as well as play a lead role in the realization of the program
* Liaise with ERCB staff, industry, other government departments, academic institutions and the public to gather input for the development and implementation of the vision of the geomechanics program
* Provide technical guidance and support on geomechanical issues to all levels of ERCB staff
* Participate in the review and development of ERCB regulations and policies with respect to geomechanical issues
* Liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including ERCB staff, government agencies, industry and academia to gather and organize geomechanical data, information and knowledge
* Identify and pursue opportunities for successful partnerships with other provincial and federal agencies and research groups with expertise in geomechanics
* Disseminate the results of technical work through maps, reports, peer reviewed publications and the AGS website

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Graduate degree (M.Sc. or PhD) in a related engineering discipline (geological, civil, petroleum, mining) with a minimum of 5 years of related progressive experience
* Eligibility for registration as a P.Eng. with APEGGA
* Familiarity with energy-related regulatory issues and ERCB policy and regulations would be an asset
* An advanced working knowledge of thermal recovery methods including cyclic steam stimulation (CSS) and steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) would be an asset
* Well developed organizational and analytical skills
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
* Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to travel within the province as required

HOW TO APPLY:

Please go to the ERCB Web site www.ercb.ca, click on the "Careers" tab, select "Search Career Opportunities," then on the top right side of the page select "Search Career Opportunities", select the job you are applying for, click on the APPLY NOW link and follow the instructions to submit your application.

Applications will be accepted until November 23, 2010