Environmental Advisor - Fisheries

Status: Permanent Full Time

Working Conditions: Hybrid      

Education Level: 4 Year University Degree in appropriate field of Engineering or Science

Base Location: Cornwall, ON

Shift: Days

Travel: 25%  

Deadline to Apply: February, 19, 2026

Salary Range: $1,704.68 - $2,658.86 Per Week

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

JOB OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Environment, Health & Safety - Fisheries, the Environmental Advisor – Fisheries provides technical leadership and regulatory support to ensure OPG’s Federal Fisheries Act Compliance and commitments are implemented effectively. This role supports environmental program delivery and compliance performance, with a focus on fisheries management, aquatic habitat protection, permitting/authorizations, and technical studies related to fish populations and fish habitat.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal station teams and corporate functions and will maintain constructive relationships with provincial and federal agencies to support approvals, authorizations, and ongoing compliance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Support implementation and continuous improvement of OPG’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and related environmental programs, with an emphasis on fisheries and aquatic habitat outcomes.
• Lead and support the planning, design, and execution of technical studies and monitoring programs related to fish populations and fish habitat (field and analytical components).
• Prepare, submit, and support execution of fisheries-related permits, approvals, and authorizations (e.g., applications, supporting documentation, compliance plans, reporting). Provide regulatory interpretation and practical compliance advice to operational and project teams, including identifying risks, recommending controls, and supporting corrective actions.
• Liaise with and represent OPG in engagements with regulators and agencies (e.g., Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP), Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), and other applicable authorities) to support permit conditions, authorizations, and compliance expectations
• Coordinate environmental governance documentation, program standards, and supporting procedures; ensure documentation remains current and aligned with regulatory and corporate requirements and monitor and evaluate environmental performance using data and metrics; support audits, self-assessments, non-conformance management, and performance improvement planning.
• Prepare high-quality internal and external reports and communications, including technical summaries, compliance reporting, and briefings for senior leaders and other stakeholders.
• Participate on internal and external committees and working groups to support fisheries management, environmental stewardship initiatives, and regulatory modernization efforts where relevant.
• Contribute to business planning and budgeting by identifying program needs, resource requirements, and opportunities to improve environmental outcomes and operational efficiency and provide guidance and oversight to staff or consultants as required for specific studies and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A four-year university degree in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in environmental management, environmental compliance, fisheries management, aquatic ecology, permitting, and/or environmental monitoring programs (RA)
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing environmental field programs and technical studies (including data analysis, interpretation, and defensible reporting).
• Strong working knowledge of applicable environmental legislation, approvals, and permitting processes relevant to fisheries and aquatic habitat protection.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with regulators and external stakeholders, influence outcomes, and manage relationships in a professional and credible manner.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities, including participating in engagement or consultation activities related to environmental studies or project planning. Demonstrated ability to build respectful, collaborative relationships and incorporate community knowledge and perspectives into environmental decision-making.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports, compliance submissions, and briefings for internal leadership audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to translate technical findings into practical recommendations for operational teams, be proficient with common data and reporting tools (e.g., Excel and presentation tools).

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro. 

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. 

OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.