Sr Advisor Meteorology (E25-160)

ABOUT US

At FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 12, 2025

REPORTS TO: [[managerTitle]] TITLE: Sr Advisor Meteorology (E25-160) DEPARTMENT: Corporate Services WORK LOCATION/OFFICE: Airdrie STATUS: 01 Full Time - Salaried NUMBER OF HIRES: 1

DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Manager, Sustainability and Wildfire Mitigation, the Senior Advisor, Meteorology will lead the development and implementation of FortisAlberta’s meteorological processes and requirements. This role will drive the integration of meteorological expertise into operational decision-making and wildfire mitigation strategies. The Senior Advisor, Meteorology will implement policy, represent the organization in key forums, and manage critical weather intelligence that supports safe, reliable and sustainable electricity delivery. This position will build and manage relationships with internal and external resources and play a pivotal role in shaping how weather-related risks are managed across the organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):

- Lead the creation and continuous improvement of meteorological processes, tools, and protocols that support wildfire mitigation and operational readiness.

- Drive the development of weather forecasting capabilities and decision-support tools that enhance situational awareness for operations and control centre teams.

- Interpret and communicate real-time and forecasted weather data to support operational decisions during storms and elevated wildfire risk conditions.

- Deploy and optimize weather station infrastructure to support wildfire risk modeling and mitigation.

- Influence the design and execution of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) protocols, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

- Represent FortisAlberta on provincial wildfire committees, the internal Climate Adaptation Committee, and other strategic working groups.

- Create and maintain a framework for analyzing historical weather data to inform long-term wildfire mitigation planning and investment prioritization.

- Support workforce planning matters by providing meteorological insights that impact operational staffing and emergency response.

- Contribute to regulatory filings, corporate business plans, and emergency response strategies with meteorological expertise.

- Communicate complex meteorological information clearly to internal stakeholders, including control centre operators, customer service teams, and senior leadership.

- Transform or enhance current processes by embedding meteorological intelligence into operational workflows and decision-making processes.

- Special projects and other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

- Advanced knowledge of wildfire weather dynamics, forecasting techniques, and meteorological modeling.

- Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and lead initiatives that integrate technical expertise into business operations.

- Proven communication skills with the ability to translate complex meteorological data into actionable insights for non-technical audiences.

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.

- Experience with stakeholder engagement, including ownership over customer relationships and representation in external forums.

- Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with SAP and data visualization tools is an asset.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

- Degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science with 7 years of experience in meteorological data analysis and interpretation, including the use of weather models and other data sources is required.

- Fire Behavior Certification is an asset.

- Previous experience forecasting weather in Alberta is an asset.

- Knowledge of electrical utility operations and infrastructure is an asset.

- Experience in wildfire science and wildfire risk mitigation programs is an asset

Special Conditions:

- Due to geographic considerations travel, including overnight, is required.

- A valid Alberta drivers’ license is required.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates to be considered for an interview will be contacted.

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