Group Leader, Regulated Energy Trade Statistics & Compliance

Group Leader, Regulated Energy Trade Statistics & Compliance

Canada Energy Regulator

Closing date:
March 23, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number
ERG
26J
- Selection process number
26-ERG-EA-0025 Location
Calgary (Alberta)
Employment tenure
Term - 3 years Salary
$117,024 to $142,383 Level
CO-03, NB-10 - The CER has a classification system that differs from the greater public service. This NEB-10 position is similar to a CO-03 in terms of salary range only.
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Organization information
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About the position

Duties
The Group Lead, Regulated Energy Trade Statistics and Compliance (RETSC) is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team that delivers high‑quality energy trade compliance oversight, data governance, system stewardship, and analytical products. The role ensures regulatory compliance, supports system improvements, manages human resources, provides executive advice, and drives continuous improvement in support of the CER’s strategic priorities.

Job Duties:

• Lead, guide, and develop the RETSC team, including consultants, to ensure effective workload management, strong performance, and consistent application of processes.

• Manage human resources activities, including recruitment, staff development, performance management, scheduling, workload prioritization, and administration of external contracts.

• Ensure compliance with Export–Import Reporting regulations and strengthen data quality assurance, validation, and governance processes.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to reporting accuracy, data quality, and compliance performance.

• Lead and support maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements to the trade data collection application and other RETSC-related systems to ensure alignment with operational and regulatory requirements.

• Lead and manage complex multi-disciplinary projects related to energy trade oversight, energy information, and the production of energy trade data products and publications.

• Collect, review, and analyze complex data and information related to companies regulated under Part 7 of the CER Act and associated regulations.

• Provide high-quality technical analysis, briefings, recommendations, and memos to senior management, the Commission, and other CER staff on energy trade and compliance matters.

• Lead quarterly and annual reporting of the Departmental Results Framework (DRF) for energy trade and support improvements to regulated companies’ compliance performance.

• Ensure team outputs meet internal quality measures and operational service standards.

• Build relationships and collaborate with internal partners across the CER to support integrated planning, issue resolution, and data governance.

• Facilitate processes, solve problems, and recommend policy, process, and workflow changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Promote a positive team culture through coaching, open communication, performance feedback, and fostering team cohesion, morale, and professional growth.

• Adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment while supporting continuous improvement.
Work environment
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) helps keep energy moving safely across Canada by reviewing projects, sharing energy information, and upholding world-class safety and environmental standards. Headquartered in Calgary, with regional offices in Montréal, Vancouver, and Yellowknife, the CER employs approximately 600 people.

Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, the CER is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

The CER is proud to be an employer of choice for Indigenous Peoples*. We support Reconciliation through meaningful actions, including access to Elders, cultural and community supports, paid and unpaid leave for traditional practices, one-on-one coaching, social and cultural events, and flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and telework options when needed.
* Indigenous Peoples refers to First Nation, Inuit, or Métis.
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