Control Centre Operator

Inter Pipeline; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Inter Pipeline’s Sherwood Park-based Control Centre Operator will monitor and remotely control pipeline systems using SCADA, ensuring safe, compliant operations. You will participate in integration projects, maintain logs, and support continuous improvements in procedures and screen design.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in oil/industrial pipelines, strong problem solving, and solid communication skills. Shift work includes nights and weekends; there is emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of oil, industrial, or pipeline field experience.
• Previous control room experience is an asset.
• Understanding of hydraulics and fluid properties is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and remotely control pipeline systems using SCADA.
• Perform emergency corrective actions as required.
• Optimize throughput while reducing energy use and costs.
• Maintain logs and reports of operational activity.
• Identify and escalate safety or operational issues.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as relief operator when needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in a related technical field

Trade Certification (Instrumentation, Millwright, Electrical)

Tools

SCADA

MS Office 365

Job description

At Inter Pipeline, we are building a team of innovators and problem solvers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We cultivate opportunities to get to know each other better and collaborate more effectively. In every part of our organization, you will find people with a sense of purpose and a shared ethos - motivated, engaged, exploring new ideas and pushing for continuous improvements in everything we do. We believe teamwork is core to our success, and in that spirit you will work closely with leaders and team members. This is a great opportunity to amplify your purpose and contribute to meaningful, challenging work at the forefront of the energy sector.

Bring your passion, your ideas, and let\'s do this.

Description

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? We\'re looking for a team-oriented, driven individual to join our Control Centre Pipeline Operations team at times of incredible growth and opportunity. If you\'re looking for a role where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a high performing team, we want to hear from you!

Based in our Sherwood Park office, the Control Centre Operator is responsible for the remote monitoring and safe operation of pipeline systems using a SCADA platform. You will play a critical role in maintaining efficient and reliable operations while ensuring compliance with all safety, security, and environmental regulations.

Our Pipeline Operations Control Centre offers a tight knit, supportive environment, where teamwork and collaboration are core. You will work across multiple systems, participate in integration projects, and contribute to improvements in operating procedures and SCADA screen design.

Key Activities And Responsibilities

• Monitor and remotely control pipeline systems using SCADA technology.
• Perform emergency corrective actions when required.
• Optimize pipeline throughput while minimizing energy consumption and operating costs.
• Monitor leak detection systems to maintain pipeline integrity.
• Maintain accurate, timely logs and reports documenting operational activity.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and escalate operational or safety issues.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support additional projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Serve as a relief operator when required.

Education, Skills And Experience

• Post secondary diploma in a related technical field (Chemical Engineering, Power Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering Technology preferred) and/or a Trade Certification (Instrumentation, Millwright, Electrical)
• 5+ years of related oil, industrial, or pipeline field experience, previous control room experience is an asset.
• Understanding of SCADA systems and leak detection is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and fluid properties.
• Experience working shift rotations (days and nights) is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• High attention to detail, precision, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Hours

Twelve-hour rotational shift including nights and weekends.

Overtime may be required on an as needed basis for business continuity.

As a condition of employment, commute to work must be safe, lawful and not to exceed 50 minutes of total travel time to or from the work location.

As this position is identified as safety and security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of pre-employment medical with drug/alcohol and criminal background check assessments with satisfactory results.

Inter Pipeline recognizes the importance of properly rewarding our employees by offering attractive employee benefits. Please visit our “working with us” page to learn about the compensation and benefits offerings. Working Here | Inter Pipeline

Diversity and Inclusion

While diversity is a fact, inclusion is the act of recognizing the value of our differences and leveraging them for the betterment of our organization. At Inter Pipeline, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that values, represents, and supports the communities in which we work. We are committed to maintaining a respectful workplace and we are building a culture that supports the diverse needs of our employees. We welcome applications from all individuals including those who are Indigenous, racialized, of varied abilities and ethnicities, members of gender and sexually diverse communities, as well as with any other dimension of diversity.