About the role#
This is a full-time, 8-month co-op position starting in Winter 2027. You will work within the gas division to support pipeline integrity management and geotechnical hazard programs. The role involves working alongside engineers and managers to gain practical experience with our operating and engineering groups.
What you'll do#
- Execute geotechnical and hydrotechnical hazard management programs, including field site visits.
- Coordinate site inspections with various stakeholders.
- Review inspection reports and blast requests.
- Manage project records and documentation.
- Validate data from in-line inspections (ILI).
- Perform data analysis on ILI sets and develop new procedures for this work.
- Provide general support for pipeline integrity assessments and related activities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a university co-op program as a third or fourth-year Bachelor of Engineering student (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Geological).
- A valid driver's license.
- Experience with report and memo writing in a corporate setting.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Excel VBA, statistical analysis, or other data management tools is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Surrey, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 8 months.
- Compensation: $25.68 to $28.70 per hour.
About FortisBC
FortisBC is a Canadian utility company based in Surrey, British Columbia. The company provides natural gas, electricity, and propane to nearly 1.3 million customers throughout the province. Its operations reach 135 cities and towns, along with 58 First Nations communities. With a workforce of over 2,400 employees, the organization focuses on energy infrastructure and community investment projects.
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