Thermal Plant Operator

Airswift is seeking a Thermal Plant Operator to join one of our major energy clients in Lloydminster, AB in a rotation scheduler. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility of an extension
 
The Facility Operation consists of water treating, high-pressure steam generation, sour oil wells and oil treating facilities. Reporting to the Operations Senior Coordinator, the Plant Operator is responsible for ensuring it is run in a safe, efficient manner while maintaining the necessary production requirements.
 
Work schedule is comprised of a 12-hour shift rotating between days/nights including working weekends/stat holidays (7 on/7 off). You will be required to work in a wide variety of conditions due to the nature of the operation (working at heights, in confined spaces, with noise, in extreme weather conditions etc.)
 
Safety as a core value Competitive compensation Flex time Employer paid benefits: health, dental, vision & more Volunteering opportunities Community Investment activities Inclusive work environment Career progression/internal mobility opportunities Company/team building events
 
Responsibilities:

• Operate the Facility in a safe and effective manner, while working collaboratively as part of the operating team
• Maintain and troubleshoot all area-specific equipment to optimize performance to meet production targets as per Company's guidelines
• Perform condition monitoring including sampling and testing per area responsibilities. Complete area operations records. (e.g. volume balances, log sheets, work permits and required reports)
• Support operations performed maintenance activities aligned to the sites operating philosophy. Support on-site maintenance contractors by communicating Company's requirements, policies and procedures, while leading by example
• Provide assistance, coaching, on-the-job training and assessments to new employees as required
• Comply with all HS&E requirements in the performance of this Position's responsibilities
• Comply with High Reliability Organization standards and expectations

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Minimum 3rd Class Power Engineering certificate is required; however, candidates with 2nd class certification or progress towards 2nd class certification are preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in the operation of steam generating equipment, control panel, oil processing and/or well equipment and associated process and systems.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is an asset.
• Experience in equipment isolation, safe work permitting and hazard analysis.
• Proficiency with computers is required (experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, SAP, and a field data capture system would be considered an asset).
• The ability to work in a team environment and a willingness to accept increased operational responsibility.
• Solid understanding of safety and regulatory standards and procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License (experienced).
• This is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the company's Drug and Alcohol policy which includes pre-assignment testing.

 
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