Relationship Manager Support

Start your career as an External Relations Manager at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. What will you do as an External Relations Manager?

The External Relations Manager represents Vopak Canada externally and supports the company’s license to operate through effective relationship management with stakeholders including government representatives at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels.

From time to time, the role may also represent the interests of Vopak’s joint ventures, in accordance with joint venture governance and direction from Vopak Canada leadership.

The role reports to the Managing Director and requires approximately 25% travel.

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to be a part of a visionary, global tank storage services leader with a heritage of over 400 years and work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We embrace inclusion and diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment, which is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Besides a competitive salary package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program comprising health insurance, parental leave and wellness activities.

What do we expect from you as an External Relations Manager?

• 7–10 years of experience in external relations, stakeholder engagement, government affairs, or public affairs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Business, or a related field.
• Experience representing organizational interests with governments, communities, and external stakeholders.
• Experience in joint venture or multi-partner environments is an asset.
• Existing relationships or a demonstrated network in Northern British Columbia and/or Ottawa are considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communication, judgment, and relationship-management skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 25%).

External & Community Relations

Represent Vopak Canada with local stakeholders, including community leaders, Indigenous groups, port authorities, municipal/provincial/federal government and industry organizations.

Build and maintain constructive, trust-based relationships in communities where Vopak operates or is developing projects.

Support engagement and information-sharing activities related to existing operations and growth initiatives.

Government & Public Affairs Representation

Represent Vopak Canada in interactions with municipal, provincial, and federal government representatives.

Advise the Managing Director and senior leadership on stakeholder sentiment, external issues, and reputational considerations.

Provide clear, timely updates on external engagement activities and emerging risks.

Coordinate with internal teams (Projects, Commercial, Legal, HSSE, Communications) to ensure aligned messaging and engagement.

Support development of stakeholder strategies, messaging, and briefing materials.

Issues Management & Representation

Support early identification of external issues that may impact Vopak Canada or its joint ventures.

Support issues or crisis communications in coordination with leadership and corporate communications.

Support government engagement through coordinated meetings, briefings, and communications aligned with business priorities.

Monitor political and public affairs developments relevant to Vopak Canada and share insights internally.

This employee generally works in an office environment, away from extremes of cold or heat. Limited to no exposure to noise and vibrations other than normal daily office sounds. Employee may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car.

The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Inclusion & Diversity

Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders, including our own employees, new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, political orientation or trade union membership, allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential.

It is Vopak’s policy to employ and administer employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era and in accordance with federal and state civil rights laws.

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