ABOUT US
“Powering Economies and Communities”
TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia, providing municipalities, industries and businesses with safe, low-cost and reliable clean electricity. For over 100 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community-member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.
For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently looking to hire a full-time Senior Regulatory Advisor reporting directly to the Manager, Regulatory & Market Policy.
As the Sr. Regulatory Advisor, you are responsible for keeping TransAlta at the forefront of developing market opportunities and to identify and establish strategies to mitigate potential market regulatory opportunities and risks. These goals are achieved by developing strategic networks both internally and externally to enable the dissemination of information and strategic advice to internal business groups to maximize value of assets and trading activities.
You will be able to apply your experience and knowledge of energy markets and regulatory processes to:
monitor and track changes and new developments to market rules and designs and other regulatory changes;
identify regulatory requirements and approvals required for power plant development, project interconnections and new commercial opportunities;
analyze potential impacts and report and advise internal stakeholders;
provide recommendations and develop action plans, procedures and regulatory applications/submissions; and
advocate and represent TransAlta in industry associations and regulatory processes.
The position will cover electricity markets in Canada (with a focus on Alberta and Ontario), the U.S. (PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, Mid-C, CAISO, SPP, and ERCOT) and Australia.
RESPONSBILITIES
Develop strategic policy positions that protect current assets and enable growth in the markets where TransAlta is active in North America and Australia
Monitor and disseminate information related to changes in policies, regulations and market rules
Monitor emerging issues for the electricity sector related to regulatory, the energy industry and other changes in policies, regulations or market rules, to assess the direct and indirect impacts of these issues and develop internal regulatory interpretations for the affected departments and leadership teams. These will include Marketing, Trading, Operations and Business Development
Proactively analyze and assess the direct and indirect impact of changes in regulation and market policy and communicate these to key stakeholders in TA to ensure awareness of evolving legislation, material regulatory proposals, regulation and market rule changes and other changes that affect power generation and electricity/gas trading
Coordinate and lead internal cross functional groups to ensure corporate alignment on key policy directions and make written submissions/applications in regulatory proceedings
Attend industry stakeholder consultations and advocate as TransAlta’s representative
Establish and maintain relationships with external regulatory, administrative and government agencies and with industry participants
Perform due diligence reviews of regulatory risks for merger and acquisition, commercial and business development opportunities
ABOUT YOU
Undergraduate degrees in Business/Commerce, Economics or Engineering
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the areas of regulatory or government affairs, energy marketing, trading and risk management, commercial management or business development in power generation, or utility experience in the electricity or gas industries is desired. Prefer understanding of regulatory environments and wholesale electricity market designs, in Canada, the U.S. and Australia
Superior communication skills (verbal and written), including the ability to produce reports for internal stakeholders and communication of TransAlta’s concerns to external stakeholders
Must be a strong team player, proven ability to work independently and capable of working collaboratively with peers and leadership
Experience in working in a fast-paced environment with critical specific deadlines
Ability to understand economic and financial modeling results
Our comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, incentive and rewards programs form the foundation of TransAlta’s excellent employment proposition.
Apply today to join the TransAlta team! We look forward to reviewing your application.
Our commitment is to attract and retain the best talent. Some positions may require the successful completion of one or more background checks such as criminal, medical, or compliance. If these verifications are needed, they will be indicated on the job posting.
COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY
As TransAlta continues to navigate through unprecedented challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to assure prospective employees of our continued commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and that we are taking additional measures to help protect our employees and their families from contracting and spreading COVID-19.
All employees hired, or who begin employment, after November 15, 2021 must provide proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment. Those applicants with appropriate exemptions must identify themselves at the time of interview and provide documentation of the exemption to the TransAlta Disability Management team prior to an offer of employment being made.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element to effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture. Click here for our Diversity and Inclusion Pledge.
TransAlta has received certification from Diversio, a technology company setting the global standard for equity, diversity, and inclusion, for its continued commitment to and meaningful performance on ED&I in the workplace.