Senior Technical Assistant

SaskEnergy is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team. The Senior Technical Assistant reviews applications affecting facilities owned and/or operated by TransGas and issues appropriate permits and legal agreements, ensuring activities affecting the operation company pipelines and facilities are conducted in a consistent and safe manner and in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements to protect the integrity of these facilities. The Senior Technical Assistant provides technical support to internal and external customers regarding permit and agreement requirements and maintains accurate and current departmental records to reflect the addition of new pipelines and facilities and other operating activities.

Work Week: 35

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and the percentage of time allocated to duties may vary. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, required skills or related duties which may be assigned or requested.

Position Details

• Union - This position is temporary full time for up to 18 months.

Core Responsibilities

Pipeline Crossing Agreements and Permits

• Assess applications affecting TransGas owned and/or operated facilities within established guidelines, using engineering assistance when required. This includes:

  • Initiating, preparing and authorizing facilities permits and issuing them to applicants within departmental and regulatory timelines.
  • Preparing and coordinating legal pipeline crossing agreements for execution.
  • Identifying and initiating actions necessary to meet safety and regulatory standards concerning TransGas pipeline right-of-way and Company facilities within the right-of-way.

Departmental Databases and Records

• Update pipeline license, inquiry and permit information databases and records ensuring information is correct and complete, by:

  • Referencing original documents and drawings (such as: plans of survey, pipeline licenses, survey notes, transmission line reports, crossing agreements, regulatory approvals, etc.).
  • Initiating amendments to pipeline records as required.

Technical Support

• Provide support to field staff and applicants by providing explanation and clarification of facility permits, crossing agreements and other related drawings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

• Coordinate time sensitive pipeline permit applications between Operations and the applicant.

• Prepare weekly, monthly and annual reports including charts and graphs (e.g. pipeline inquiries, pipeline footage report, etc.).

• Provide training and support on department systems, processes and guidelines to others as required.

• Provide technical assistance on projects and operations inquiries. This includes:

  • Retrieving records (e.g. drawings, survey notes, regulatory licenses, etc.).
  • Preparing routing sketches and estimates.
  • Obtaining approvals from third parties.
  • Performing field assessments.

• Assist in the preparation of applications for regulatory agencies such as Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy & Mines, National Energy Board, Manitoba Public Utilities Board, Alberta Energy Utilities Board, Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour, etc.

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 drivers' license.
• Engineering Technology Diploma (Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, CAD or Structural), from a recognized institution.
• Eligible for membership with Saskatchewan Applied Technicians and Technologists (SASTT).
• Two (2) years experience in the application of technical theories and practices of work associated with natural gas system design, construction, operations or pipeline integrity.

OR

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
  (Including Math A30 and B30 (Algebra), Math C30 (Geometry-Trigonometry) and Physics 30)
• Five (5) years experience involving the application of technical theories and practices of work associated with natural gas system design, construction, operations or pipeline integrity.
• Valid class 5 driver's license.

Application Instructions

• Please apply online with your cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications.
• For more information on this position, please contact Human Resources at 306-777-9091.

Closing Date

January 27, 2025

Hourly Rate Range

$34.64 ($5,268.74) - $37.38 ($5,685.50)

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