Contract: Contract Plant Operator - Steam / Alberta

The valued client is seeking a Contract Plant Operator – Steam for a 6 month contract in near Christina Lake, AB. This is a camp-based role, working an 8/6 shift.  Transportation is provided to the site from various departure points including Air service from Edmonton and Calgary.

The Contract Plant Operator will effectively participate as a team member in the operation of the Company’s Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) facilities. This position will be within the Steam and Utilities Area Work Team

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Safe Work Permitting process and act as the liaison with the trades being issued permits
• Support maintenance schedule by preparing equipment for scheduled work
• Execute testing activities
• Conduct testing as required, document and take action on results
• Execute proper LOTO procedures
• Execute troubleshooting analysis
• Initiate troubleshooting activities for all abnormal operational events and take corrective actions as necessary
• Execute and support performance management
• Perform safety checks and audits
• Conduct walkarounds, participate informal LOTO and HSE safety audits
• Monitor and ensure regulatory compliance
• Execute business improvements by assessing opportunities and challenging the status quo in support of the asset’s overall operational targets
• Elevate issues, opportunities and risks to appropriate decision-makers when required and to influence optimization and continuous improvement
• Serve as a role model reflecting company attributes and core values
• Champion and drive the health and wellness of our people assets in support of company safety culture and values
• Create an environment that nurtures and supports multi?disciplinary collaboration
• Define clear accountabilities for self, teams and individuals, and manage employee performance to ensure they meet their responsibilities
• Have open discussions on critical issues

Qualifications:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Minimum 6 years’ Operating experience
• Relevant experience in cyclic steam or SAGD thermal recovery heavy oil operations would be an asset
• Possess a 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate, with preference given to those holding a 3rd Class Certificate
• This role is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the company Drug and Alcohol policy which includes pre-assignment testing
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft office suite
• Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License