Plant Operator

Strathcona Resources Ltd

$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Third-Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate required; Second Class preferred.
  • 5+ years in Oil and Gas industry, specifically with steam generation (SAGD or CSS).
  • SAGD operation experience, particularly in OTSGs, water and oil treating processes, and de-oiling.
  • Knowledge of evaporator systems and cogeneration power generation.
  • Strong team collaboration with effective communication and organization abilities.
  • Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and self-motivation.
  • Proven troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure adherence to Health, Safety and Environment regulations and policies.
  • Provide creative problem-solving for operational issues, including troubleshooting and recommending changes.
  • Focus on maximizing plant production while maintaining safety and environmental standards.
  • Review and update operational procedures as needed.
  • Report deficiencies and enter maintenance work orders as necessary.
  • Alert supervision of emergency situations affecting the facility.
  • Maintain accurate logbooks with timely and informative entries.

Benefits

  • Exposure to cutting-edge SAGD technology and processes.
  • Opportunity for career advancement within a supportive Operations Team.
  • Participation in safety initiatives and emergency response training.
  • Work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
  • Relocation assistance available for successful candidates.
Full Job Description
We are actively seeking an experienced 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).

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