Reclamation Inspector (Contract)

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.  

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. 

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Clearwater, Kamloops British Columbia                                

Department: Environment, Health & Safety        

Reports to: Senior Environmental Advisor                         

Worker Type: Contractor  

Schedule Type: Mon-Fri 8–12-hour shifts / OT Eligible  

Work Setting: Full-time remote   

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Reclamation Inspector. In this position, you will play a key role in conducting reclamation of disturbed or deficient sites to ensure hazards and deficiencies are addressed and disturbed land is returned to a capability that is compatible with surrounding vegetation and land use and equivalent to pre-disturbance conditions. 

In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the successful implementation of Trans Mountain’s Reclamation Program, contributing to the long‑term environmental stewardship of our pipeline right‑of‑way. The Reclamation Inspector will be actively engaged in all phases of reclamation activities, including desktop assessments, field coordination, development of reclamation plans, and diligent management and tracking of field data for reporting purposes.

The successful candidate will ensure that reclamation efforts meet program goals and targets outlined in the Post‑Construction Environmental Monitoring (PCEM) program, address landowner concerns, and comply with all regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for reclamation activities within assigned region(s), ensuring strong communication and coordination across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and assessments to identify reclamation needs and provide informed, actionable recommendations.
• Support PLM and contractors during field execution by addressing reclamation‑related concerns, ensuring adherence to reclamation plans, and facilitating communication between office and field personnel.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records of all reclamation‑related field activities, observations, and communications.
• Prepare required documentation, including Post‑Disturbance Assessment Forms and Site‑Specific Reclamation Plans, using field data and site evaluations.
• Update and manage the reclamation database to monitor project progress, milestones, and completion status.
• Ensure all reclamation activities comply with applicable environmental regulations, standards, and corporate policies.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Designations/Certification in environmental monitoring or reclamation for example: Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA), Professional Biologist etc.
• Familiarity with GIS and other environmental mapping tools.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental reclamation, environmental management, environmental inspection, or a related field.
• Previous field-based experience with Trans Mountain is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulations, provincial reclamation guidelines and environmental policies.
• Prior experience conducting site assessments and environmental inspections and preparing environmental documentation, including reclamation plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly describe complex reclamation activities to stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project goals.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Will need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.
• Due to the nature of the work, flexibility in scheduling will be essential. Hours may vary to meet project timelines, accommodate fieldwork requirements, and adjust to seasonal conditions when reclamation activities are not feasible. The standard work week is anticipated to be five days, with shifts typically ranging from 8 to 12 hours per day. During the active field season, overtime and weekend work may be necessary, to ensure milestones are achieved.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take.  Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.  The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day.  We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.