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At Parkland, our purpose is to Power Journeys & Energize Communities. We are a prominent independent supplier and marketer of fuel and petroleum products and a leading convenience store operator. As One Parkland team, we proudly serve diverse retail, commercial and wholesale customers across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean region, and South America. We power a growing family of locally known brands including Ultramar, Bluewave Energy, Pipeline, Chevron, Columbia Fuels, Island Petroleum, and Sparlings Propane.
We recognize that diversity gives us an edge and inclusion propels us forward. We’re also a passionate team of down-to-earth achievers, committed to getting our customers, colleagues and communities further, faster. As such, we welcome talented individuals that have a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and industry experience who will contribute to the success of our One Parkland team.
Position Title: Community Relations Coordinator
Team and Location: Community Relations - Burnaby, BC
Position Summary:
The community relations coordinator will support and coordinate community relations projects, events, meetings for the growing strategic projects team and support baseline operations at the refinery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and organize Community Advisory Panel and engagement sessions for the refinery.
- Coordinate, organize and drafting minutes for meetings with key stakeholders including City of Burnaby and Metro Vancouver.
- Provide administrative support to the team and Manager as required including invoices, calendars, meeting invitations.
- Support team in coordinating and organizing key refinery events such as Hats off day, Blues & Roots, Canada Day and Fun Day in the Park.
Qualifications and Skills:
This is an entry level position with 2-3 years of experience working with the public.
Requires attention to detail, working independently and collaboratively with the team.
B.A. in Communications or equivalent and/or experience in public relations/ engagement.
Superior interpersonal skills required.
Ability to remain calm and diplomatic with public and key stakeholders.
Customer service experience an asset.
- Prior experience providing administrative support to teams.
We Offer:
- Our Performance-based Annual Incentive Plan, an annual bonus awarding your performance.
- A share in our success through the Employee Share Purchase Plan and 100% company matching.
- A flexible group benefit plan that offers health and dental coverage choices to meet the needs of each unique employee. Inclusive of life and disability insurances, Health Care and Lifestyle Spending options, and a supportive Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Participation in Parkland Pledge, an employee-driven charitable giving program.
- An employee referral program – earn up to $2000 for your referral.
- In-house learning and development opportunities, leadership training, international opportunities.
- Discount Programs and Educational Scholarship Programs for family members.
- Save on gas at our participating gas stations across Canada (Chevron, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Pioneer).
- A safety focused work environment and ongoing safety training.
Please note:
- Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time. Parkland regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas.
- Parkland Corporation is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. We strive to provide accessibility in employment to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. Parkland Corporation will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability, please notify us upon scheduling your interview.
- Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check which may include but not be limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol and/or Fitness for Duty testing.
This position will close when a successful candidate is found.
