History and Mandate
Alberta’s energy and resource sector is vast and complex; it’s our job to ensure that companies develop oil, natural gas, oil sands, coal, geothermal, and mineral resources responsibly. We work hard to protect public safety and the environment so that anyone with concerns about development can have their voice heard.
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive total rewards package for our full-time permanent employees, which includes base salary, defined benefit pension plans, and flexible benefits and wellness programs. Our generous paid-time-off entitlements, hybrid work, and flexible work hours support a work-life balance.
Career growth opportunities
We care about our employees and want to help you grow. The AER is a great place to enhance existing skills, learn new things, and build a career. Our learning opportunities help build regulatory awareness, interpersonal skills, leadership development, and industry knowledge.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive culture
Our commitment to action in diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation involves moving beyond talk and taking real and measurable steps to create belonging at all levels of the organization. We strive to create a community where people are treated fairly, feel a connection with each others and bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Our values of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and trust and respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of background or identity of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, may thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.
Our people in action
AER team members thrive on building relationships, solving problems and delivering on commitments. Read their inspiring stories.
Trapping and Tradition
Annette Hobart, regional engagement specialist and Métis trapper, operates a trapline near Bonnyville. She shares her traditional knowledge with her colleagues to help promote understanding.
Laying Down the Law
When incidents happen, it’s up to the AER’s investigators to gather evidence. As an inspector, Greg Jones ensures Alberta energy and resource development companies follow the rules and regulations.
Hidden Treasures
Employees at the AER’s Core Research Centre uncovered two unlikely treasures: motor oil cans to store drilling samples and a 249.7-million-year-old fossil.
