Pipeline ROW Inspector

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Workplace : Calgary, Alberta

As a Pipeline Right-of-Way (ROW) technician, you may be responsible for performing the following duties for the client:

Regularly completing pipeline right-of-way patrol and inspection to ensure integrity of the line and of right-of-way clearance. Inspecting pipeline vault for any damage, leak or unexpected conditions and performed small maintenance (shoveling, weed trimming). Other duties may include interfacing with flight patrol to validate findings related to unauthorized work near pipelines, suspected leak situations as well as other basic ROW maintenance such as ROW sign fault reporting and replacement.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform scheduled visual inspection of the pipeline vaults and right of way with vehicle and/or by walk

• Look for signs of leaks, obvious risks or damages to the pipeline, to regulatory signs, to vaults or other equipment owned by the client.

• Take water level measurements and check for petrochemical product presence in vaults

• Perform gas testing to detect presence of petrochemical product in confined space

• Take measures and confirm operability of cathodic protection system along the pipeline

• Inspect pumping station equipment and conditions

• Perform scheduled maintenance on pipeline, vault and pumping station equipment

• Deliver and receive work permit

• Report ROW inspection conditions and relevant information to customer

• Report on vegetation condition in the ROW and around markers and maintain acceptable condition where possible

• Feed inspection observation and relevant risks identified in customer regulatory database

• Maintain safe access to vault and inspection point

• Collaborate with flight surveillance team to identified and validate ROW infraction

• Interface with public and contractor to inform and communicate risks, rules and regulation regarding pipeline and vaults right of way

• Intervene with contractors or public ROW offenders

• Locate buried services and pipeline for work permit

• Represent customer to complaining landlord

• Interface with customer management team to coordinate communication and emergency response

• Act as customer representative on project work as HSE representative

Qualifications

Education: High school Diploma (or equivalent) is required.

Experience: 0-1 years of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Previous experience in a Petroleum field, in construction or public service to perform located would be a strong asset.

• Organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential. 

• Verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be comfortable working outdoors

• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

• Ability to work well with others & independently.

• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

• Ability to work well with others & independently.

• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

• Works well under pressure.

• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.

• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.

• Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.