Operations Manager, Tilbury LNG

FortisBC

$126K — $148K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical/trade education.
  • 8-12 years of relevant experience in the LNG, Oil & Gas, or Petrochemical Industries.
  • Strong technical knowledge of LNG operations, including gas processing and refrigeration.
  • Proven team leadership and project management experience, preferably in unionized environments.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and safety management systems.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations at the Tilbury LNG Facility ensuring efficiency and safety.
  • Manage and mentor a skilled team, promoting safety and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders for operational and regulatory success.
  • Oversee capital projects and maintenance, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution.
  • Drive performance through effective planning and proactive asset management.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package for employees.
  • Support for lifelong career development and growth.
  • Encouragement of volunteerism and community involvement.
  • Commitment to a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
Full Job Description
Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $126,100.00 to $148,300.00
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Posted until filled

Position Overview

You are a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence. At FortisBC, you'll oversee LNG (liquefied natural gas) operations at our Tilbury LNG facility, guiding a skilled team and ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production, storage, and transportation. Your role will involve cross-functional collaboration, emergency response leadership, and driving performance across critical energy infrastructure.

With your experience in gas plant operations, process safety, and project execution, you'll play a key part in maintaining asset health, managing budgets, and supporting long-term planning. If you're looking for a challenge that blends leadership, technical depth, and meaningful responsibility, this is your opportunity.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the Tilbury LNG Facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production, storage, and transportation of LNG.
  • Manage and mentor a skilled team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support operational goals, emergency response readiness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee capital projects and maintenance programs, ensuring timely execution and alignment with budget and strategic objectives.
  • Drive performance through effective planning, process optimization, and proactive asset management.


What it takes:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering or certification as 4th class (or higher) Power Engineer, or other technical/trade education.
  • 8-12 years of recent, related experience in the LNG, Oil & Gas or Petrochemical Industries.
  • Strong technical knowledge of LNG operations, including gas processing, refrigeration, cryogenics, and asset management is preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and respond effectively to operational challenges and emergencies. Experience in unionized environment is preferred.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, safety management systems, and budgeting processes.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a collaborative and results-driven approach

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You're Applying. What now? page for additional information.

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