Lead, Facility Planning & System Optimization

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: Calgary, AB

Department: Quality Control

Reports to: Director, Shipper Services

Worker Type: Employee

Schedule Type: Monday - Friday

Work Setting: In-Office

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Lead, Facility Planning & System Optimization. This position is focused on technical and commercial areas within the Shipper Services department related to the planning of facility additions and upgrades to support the optimization of the Mainline System and the Puget Sound system. You will assist in resolving bottlenecks, increase system flexibility and optionality for our Shippers along with increasing Trans Mountains revenue and value.

The role works closely with Engineering and Operations to oversee the portfolio of projects from concept to commissioning. It is accountable for the management of various aspects of the Drag Reduction Agents (DRA) utilized in the pipeline system, including operational budget and consumption optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the System Scheduling & Logistics team to identify and implement throughput/capacity improvement initiatives to address system restrictions/bottlenecks with Engineering and Operations.
• Apply results from pipeline modelling to evaluate flow rates, pressure profiles and system constraints, ensuring optimal pipeline operation.
• Collaborate with feeders, Shippers and internal parties to develop commercial agreements to assess and fund facility upgrades and new connections
• Collaborates with internal and external parties to develop the projects and provides project oversight from concept to commissioning.
• Management of the DRA Program including the optimization of DRA consumption in conjunction with the control centre operators and the Hydraulics team.
• Business lead of the DRA Master Services Agreement and manage the annual DRA budget.
• Ensures supply of DRA is appropriate to meet system capacity needs.
• Manage existing pipe rack lease agreements and work with third parties requesting access to Trans Mountain pipe rack space.
• Develop project proposals and negotiate commercial agreements for the engineering, construction and lease of pipe racks, and work with Engineering to progress detailed design.
• Provide oversight of project execution to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and cost and discuss any deviations with impacted third-party facilities or customers and execute necessary changes to commercial agreements.
• Monitor return of investment of Pipe Racks and work with Finance to rebase lease fees as required.
• Maintain metering facilities plans for Edmonton feeders, oversee meter utilization and identify opportunities for optimization of current and future custody transfer systems.
• Work with the Commercial Department, with Shippers and connected facilities to identify future needs and implement plans as required to meet the business needs.
• Support the Commercial Department on business development of non-regulated services, including incremental services offered to TM's contract tank customers.

Qualifications And Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education with a bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 10 years of progressive experience in pipeline operations
• Demonstrated experience in Pipeline Optimization initiatives including the use of Drag Reducing Agents.
• Proficient in fluid dynamics with the ability to translate results from pipeline simulation reports to actionable commercial and operational strategies.
• Experience working with external customers (pipeline feeders, refineries and Shippers).
• Experience drafting Commercial Agreements is considered an asset.
• Project Management of midstream oil and gas facilities is considered an asset.
• A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Application

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

At Trans Mountain, we believe in an inclusive, accessible, and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at: View email address on ca.workus.org or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

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;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• 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.