Environmental Compliance Monitor

3 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Emera Inc Full time
p>The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Eastern Clean Energy Initiative

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Closing Date: December 9, 2024

Our roadmap for the Path to 2030 is aligned with the province’s Clean Power Plan. It’s going to take a mix of energy solutions to enable us to reach 80% renewable energy. The Eastern Clean Energy team plays a pivotal role in getting us there.

We are looking for an Environmental Compliance Monitor to join our Eastern Clean Energy team. Reporting to the Environment Manager, the Environmental Compliance Monitor is responsible for site monitoring of various projects, documenting observations, and making recommendations for contractor compliance with the Environmental Protection Plan (EPP).


  • Monitoring environmental performance of contract service providers as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
  • Working collaboratively with the Project Team and Contractors to achieve EPP requirements.
  • Interpreting the EPP and permit requirements to construction activities in the field.
  • Documenting findings in a GIS phone app, including photos.
  • Entering Nova Scotia Power Safety and Environmental Incident Reports and reviewing Contractor Incident Reports.
  • Coordinating level of effort with the environmental aspects of construction activities; specifically monitoring activities with potential environmental effects (e.g. installation of temporary bridges, culverts, and wetland crossings).
  • Providing oversight of contractor’s environmental mitigation and spill response.
  • Reviewing contractor’s installation of Erosion and Sediment Controls.
  • Preparing and presenting environmental information for public presentations.
  • Attending meetings at Nova Scotia Power Lower Water Street office in Halifax when needed.
  • Working safely and independently in the field year-round in a variety of environments and weather conditions.
  • Maintaining supportive and respectful working relationships with Mi’kmaq Community Monitors.

These skills will make you successful:


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor of Science degree, (preferably in ecology, biology, environmental science, etc.), or a relevant field OR a related diploma with equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry and assessing environmental compliance is an asset.
  • Field experience and an understanding of contractor compliance is an asset.
  • Experience in spill response is an asset.
  • Contaminated Site Professional with experience in Phase I or II environmental site assessments is an asset.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
  • Ability to read a GPS and navigate to site.
  • An understanding of risk assessment and risk management concepts.
  • Awareness of provincial and federal environmental assessment legislation, regulations, and processes.
  • Possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License (Class 5 with 2 years minimum driving experience) and have a clean driver’s abstract.

    Learn more about our culture and values


    At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

    If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.

  • Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

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