Contract Plant Operator

Strathcona Resources Ltd

$80K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Third-Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate; Second Class preferred
  • 5+ years in Oil and Gas industry with steam generation (SAGD or CSS)
  • Experience with SAGD processes: OTSGs, water and oil treating, de-oiling
  • Knowledge of evaporator systems and Cogen power generation
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Leadership and mentorship abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with HSER policies
  • Troubleshoot and recommend solutions for plant issues
  • Maximize production while ensuring safety and health
  • Review and update Operations Procedures
  • Initiate work orders and report deficiencies
  • Lead during maintenance and emergency situations
  • Participate in safety and Emergency Response Plan drills

Benefits

  • Work in a team-oriented environment
  • Focus on safety and operational effectiveness
  • Engage in continual professional development
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor others
  • Contribute to meaningful community-oriented projects
Full Job Description
We are actively seeking an experienced Contract Plant Operator to join our Operations Team at our Lindbergh SAGD facility. Reporting to the Shift Engineer, the Plant Operator will be responsible for having a full working knowledge of safety procedures, plant equipment and plant operations in all areas.

This position requires the successful candidate to reside in the Cold Lake or Bonnyville, AB area or be willing to relocate upon hire.

Responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance with, and commitment to, Strathcona's Health, Safety and Environment and Regulatory (HSER) policies
  • Provide creative solutions and effective problem solving of issues that arise within the plant environment i.e., troubleshooting, flagging deficiencies, and recommending changes to current practices.
  • Focus on safety, environment and health of employees while maximizing plant production.
  • Review, revise and write Operations Procedures.
  • Report deficiencies, initiate MOCs and enter work orders.
  • Notify leader of emergency/upset situations impacting the facility.
  • Maintain Logbooks to ensure entries are legible, informative, and time stamped.
  • Compliance with ABSA, AER, and OH&S directives.
  • Direct maintenance and ensure that the work is completed as per Strathcona's procedures and work standards.
  • Provide responsible and effective leadership during emergency situations or maintenance situations.
  • Assist with Emergency Response Plan (ERP) drills.
  • Participate in safety meetings and continually strive to maintain a safe workplace.


Qualifications:
  • Minimum of a Third-Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate of Competency, Second Class preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related industry experience with steam generation in the Oil and Gas industry (SAGD or CSS).
  • SAGD operating experience, and strong understanding of it processes: Once Through Steam Generator's (OTSG's), Water treating, Oil treating process, De-oiling process
  • An understanding of evaporator systems and Cogen power generation.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, utilizing strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Team player with strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
  • Self -motivated, open-minded and results oriented.
  • Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities, and strong decision-making skills.
  • Demonstrated investigative and data analysis ability.
  • Strong analytical skills, capable of resolving problems independently.
  • Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office programs.


Other Details:
  • Work shift work on a day/night shift rotation in a plant environment, including weekends, holidays and other shift coverage as required.
  • Possess a valid Class 5 driver's license (a driver's abstract is required).


Great things aren't done by one person, they're done by a team.

We believe meaningful results come from people with unwavering commitment to integrity, energy, and intelligence - how we show up matters just as much as what we deliver. We value our work, our communities, and our commitments - but most of all, we value the team of people who make what we do possible.

Apply to Strathcona

If you have what it takes to be a great Strathcona team member, we want to hear from you. We appreciate all interest in this opportunity but only those selected to advance through the process will be contacted.

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