Plant Operator III

Position Summary

We are seeking a Plant Operator III to provide advanced operational expertise in a large-scale industrial processing facility.

This role requires an experienced operator capable of independently managing complex processes, optimizing plant performance, troubleshooting operational challenges, and supporting operational excellence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant processes through a DCS/control room environment.
• Analyze plant performance data and make operational adjustments to optimize production.
• Monitor critical process variables and respond appropriately to abnormal operating conditions.
• Conduct detailed field inspections and equipment condition assessments.
• Coordinate plant start-up, shutdown, commissioning, and upset recovery activities.
• Troubleshoot process, mechanical, and operational issues with minimal supervision.
• Support maintenance planning and execution through equipment isolation and turnover procedures.
• Review operational trends and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and incident reviews.
• Mentor junior operators and provide guidance on operational procedures and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with company operating standards, regulatory requirements, and HSE programs.
• Contribute to operational readiness, reliability improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in industrial plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of process operations, production systems, and process optimization techniques.
• Demonstrated experience operating complex process facilities.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities.
• Working knowledge of rotating and static equipment.
• Experience with permit-to-work systems, isolation procedures, and operational risk management.
• Ability to interpret process trends, P&IDs, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4th or 3rd Class Power Engineering certification.
• Experience in SAGD, oil sands extraction, upgrading, gas plants, or refinery operations.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) principles.
• Experience mentoring or training junior operators.