CRYOGENICS SUPERVISOR (BAND LEVEL 8)

Memorial University of Newfoundland; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial University of Newfoundland invites applications for a Cryogenics Supervisor in the Cryogenics Plant. Reporting to the Electronics Division Manager, the role supervises technical staff, trains junior personnel, and coordinates daily plant operations to ensure a reliable supply of cryogens to campus users.

Responsibilities include scheduling runs, dispensing liquid nitrogen and helium, performing inspections, maintaining equipment and records, adhering to safety procedures, and supporting

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience operating a cryogenics plant or similar facility.
• Completion of an approved Refrigeration Mechanic or Millwright journeyperson program is required.
• Knowledge of safety precautions involved in the work.
• Demonstrated coaching, collaboration, and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technical staff in the Cryogenics Plant.
• Dispense large volumes of liquid nitrogen and smaller amounts on demand; dispense liquid helium as requested.
• Schedule runs, plan operations, operate the plant, and log maintenance per manufacturer recommendations.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed; inspect and maintain tanks; track production and report reductions.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Collaboration

Safety awareness

Plant operation

Education

Refrigeration Mechanic journeyperson

Millwright journeyperson

Tools

MP2 work orders

Job description

(Contractual Position to August 25, 2028)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

Preference is given to CUPE members.

DUTIES

The Cryogenics Supervisor will exercise supervision over technical staff in the Cryogenics Plant, under the general direction of the Electronics Division Manager and in accordance with established policies and procedures. The incumbent will supervise, train, and mentor junior staff as required. The successful applicant will be accountable for carrying out and coordinating functions of the plant to ensure a highly reliable supply of cryogens to users on campus. Duties include performing daily checks and equipment inspections; dispensing of large volumes of liquid nitrogen per schedule and dispensing small amounts on demand; scheduling, planning runs, operating the plant, and dispensing of liquid helium on dates requested by clients; scheduling, carrying out, and logging equipment maintenance per manufacturer recommendations; ensuring safety procedures are adhered to; inspecting and maintaining tanks; establishing and maintaining relationships with clients; ensuring the plant is run in such a way as to minimize helium losses and control operating costs; ordering supplies and parts; entering work orders in MP2; ensuring all cryogens dispensed are recorded, signed for, and accurately billed; adhering to TDG requirements; tracking liquid nitrogen production and reporting and investigating reductions promptly; and maintaining appropriate records for the ISO 9001 management system. The successful candidate will also perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (5-7 years) at a skilled level in the operation and maintenance of a cryogenics plant or similar facility; successful completion of an approved Refrigeration Mechanic or Millwright journeyperson program is required. The successful candidate will be expected to have knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in the work. Demonstrated coaching, collaboration, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.

SALARY

$65,079 - $76,340 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)

CLOSING DATE

September 11, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.