Air Separation Plant Operator

Linde plc; Rural Municipality of St. Andrews; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde plc is seeking an Air Separation Plant Operator to operate the Air Separation Plant on 12-hour rotating shifts. You will apply cryogenic process knowledge, monitor equipment, troubleshoot, and ensure safe, efficient plant operations.

This full-time role requires a high-school diploma or SAIT certificate, plus relevant experience; strong computer skills and the ability to work with automated control systems are essential.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required; Power/Process Operations Certificate or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in a process operations role preferred.
• Ability to obtain 5th Class Power Engineering Certificate within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Air Separation Plant in a safe and efficient manner following established work processes.
• Work 12-hour rotating shifts in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Follow operating principles to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.
• Operate and field-check process equipment, monitor conditions and control systems.
• Utilize complex plant computer control systems to oversee and adjust operations.
• Apply troubleshooting to resolve process deviations and perform minor repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Air separation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Power and Process Operations Certificate (SAIT) or equivalent

Tools

Process control systems

Automation software

Job description

Posted on: 8/10/2026 - Apply before: 10/10/2026

Air Separation Plant Operator (full time)

The Plant Operator will operate the Air Separation Plant as per designated work processes, utilizing air separation / cryogenic process knowledge and experience to operate and troubleshoot the plant in a safe and efficient manner. You will be able to work in a novel team environment where individuals often set priorities and complete work activities with minimal supervision.

What you will enjoy doing*

• Operate the Air Separation Plant in a safe and efficient manner by following established work processes and applying your air separation / cryogenic process knowledge
• You will work 12-hour rotating shifts in a team environment where you often set priorities and complete work with minimal supervision
• Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures, and practices to ensure safe and reliable plant operations
• In addition, you will operate and field-check process equipment, monitoring process conditions, equipment performance, and control systems
• Utilize multiple, complex plant computer control systems to oversee and adjust operations
• You shall apply troubleshooting skills to resolve process-related deviations and problems as they arise
• Perform basic troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventive maintenance on process equipment to help maintain equipment reliability
• Also, you will use your process knowledge to identify and implement plant performance improvements and coach/train others on plant operations

What makes you great*

• You have a High-school diploma or GED; Power and Process Operations Certificate (SAIT) or equivalent or three to five ( 3–5) years of experience in a process operations role
• Previous experience in a continuous chemical process environment is an asset
• Ability to obtain a 5th Class Power Engineering Certificate within 18 months of hire
• Further, you have strong computer and technical skills with the ability to learn and operate both manual and highly automated process equipment
• You have the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and overtime as required
• Strong ability to understand, analyze, and resolve technical problems
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; current and valid driver’s license
• Physically able to meet the demands of the role: lift up to 60 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, work in tight / confined spaces, and wear all required personal protective equipment

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.The company serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications including production of clean hydrogen and carbon capture systems critical to the energy transition, life-saving medical oxygen and high-purity & specialty gases for electronics. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.At Linde, every day is an opportunity: an opportunity to learn, to grow, to share success and to contribute to one of the world’s leading industrial gas and engineering companies. Seize the opportunity: take your next step with us and join our team.

Linde has an extensive background check process which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background review, pre-employment medical, driver’s license and abstract review, and may also include reference checks, employment and education verification.

Linde Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We will work with you to meet your needs.

We are committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.