Affiliation:
MoveUP
Employment Status:
Full-Time Regular
Salary: $2,848.00
Short-term Incentive Eligible:
No
Workplace Flexibility:
No
Posting End Date:
Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
Position Overview
This role will lead all matters related to encroachments and unauthorized activities around Fortis
BC Energy assets that are regulated by the BC Energy Regulator (BCER).
Handles all matters related to right-of-way encroachment and un-authorized activities with property owners and responds to permit violations, as well as to pipeline and right-of-way inquiries, handles complaints and concerns from the public and property owners. Ensures that operational requirements are met in the preparation of legal documents for sale of right-of-way land, subdivision, release of rights, road closures and right-of-way modifications.
Performs a variety of duties relating to the review, acceptance, rejection and/or conditional acceptance of permit applications impacting on pipelines and right-of-way lands. Undertakes special assignments and participates in public awareness programs.
Responsibilities
Preparing, evaluating and processing pipeline permit applications. Researching information from a variety of sources such as legal plans, drawings, documents, agreements etc. necessary for processing permit applications. Determining possible impact of applications on future right-of-way use, safety, environment and current operating requirements; discussing and clarifying proposals with senior personnel. Determining the terms and conditions for right-of-way use and pipeline crossings by researching related design requirements and applicable standards.
Recommending acceptance, rejection or conditional acceptance of applications, verifying that the final response to the applicant is complete and accurate.
BC's rights-of-way or within 30m of Fortis
BC’s pipelines, including:
Receiving and reviewing a variety of reports and memos from internal and external sources notifying and advising of encroachments and/or un-authorized activities. Conducting field investigations to evaluate encroachments and/or un-authorized activities. Arranging for legal land surveys and Certificates of Encroachment. Contacting internal and external sources for legal and land title information and documentation. Liaising with internal stakeholders (such as Lands, Legal, Operations etc.)
regarding right-of-way agreements to determine extent and contravention of agreements. Examining a variety of general offices files, legal files, documents, manuals, policies, guidelines, and survey plans for relevant information. Recommending action for encroachment and/or un-authorized activity removal or modification. Negotiating removal or modification of encroachment and/or un-authorized activity with property owners, or their representative, or contractors. Monitoring encroachment and/or un-authorized activity until resolved.
Escalating unresolved encroachments and/or un-authorized activities to leadership team. Maintaining a database of all encroachments and/or un-authorized activities.
BC rights-of-way and its assets, regular maintenance activities etc.
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