Facility Operator

Keyera Corp; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Keyera Corp is seeking a Facility Operator for its Fort Saskatchewan Fractionation and Storage Facility in Alberta. The role involves rotating days and nights to safely operate a complex NGL plant, pipelines and cavern storage, with emphasis on reliability and environmental/safety compliance.

You will monitor process variables, perform startup/shutdown tasks, and coordinate with maintenance and engineering to ensure continuous operations while maintaining logs, procedures and shift handovers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required; 3rd Class considered an asset.
• 5+ years’ experience in NGL processing, product storage, pipeline operation or similar.
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs.
• Proven experience using a DCS and PLC Systems.
• Permanent residency within 100 km of the KFS North; valid driver’s license.
• Pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing; compliance with policy.
• Must wear respiratory protective equipment as required by regulation.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety & Environment.
• Participate in facility work functions with a focus on internal/external customer service.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor the NGL fractionation plant, product pipelines, and cavern storage systems from field and DCS.
• Conduct routine field rounds; monitor process variables, alarms, and trends; adjust flows, temperatures, pressures, and levels.
• Start up, shut down, isolate, depressurize and prepare equipment for maintenance per procedures (lockout/tagout).
• Troubleshoot process upsets and coordinate corrective actions with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Complete minor operational tasks, identify equipment needing repair, and support planned maintenance/turnarounds.
• Follow HSE requirements; participate in drills, inspections and hazard assessments; continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Review, update operating procedures and communicate status during shift handovers.

Skills

P&ID interpretation

DCS/PLC operation

Valid driver's license

Education

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate

3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate (asset)

Tools

DCS Systems

PLC Systems

Job description

Keyera Career OpportunityWhy Keyera?At Keyera, people are at the heart of how we do business. You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven workplace where people care about one another, meaningful work matters and you have opportunities to learn, contribute and grow. Here, you can bring your experience and ideas to the table, build strong relationships and continue developing throughout your career.What you can look forward to:Competitive total rewards that recognize your contribution and support your wellbeingBenefits that support you and your family , with options designed to meet different needsPaid vacation so you can recharge and enjoy time away from workOpportunities to learn, develop and grow your career , with experiences that help you build your skills and capabilitiesA culture built on relationships, collaboration and shared success , where people work together and support one anotherMeaningful work that contributes to our business and the communities where we operateThe opportunity to make an impact , bringing your experience, ideas and perspective to the work you do.Benefits, programs and other offerings may vary by position, work location and employee group.Job Type:PermanentTHE POSITIONKeyera is currently seeking a Facility Operator for our Fort Saskatchewan Fractionation and Storage Facility in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.This is not a camp role. Rotational shift, days and nights required.RESPONSIBILITIESSafely operate and monitor the NGL fractionation plant, , product pipelines, and cavern storage systems from the field and distributed control system (DCS).Conduct routine field rounds; monitor process variables, equipment condition, alarms, and operating trends; and adjust flows, temperatures, pressures, and levels to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operations.Maintain accurate operating logs, shift reports, and production records.Start up, shut down, isolate, depressure and prepare process equipment for maintenance in accordance with approved procedures, including lockout/tagout and safe-work requirements.Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment issues, respond to alarms and abnormal conditions, and coordinate corrective action with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.Complete minor operational, identify equipment requiring repair, and support planned maintenance, turnarounds, projects, and commissioning activities.Follow health, safety, environmental, emergency-response, and regulatory requirements; participate in drills, inspections, hazard assessments, and continuous-improvement initiatives.Review, update, and help develop operating procedures while communicating equipment status, risks, and priorities during shift handovers.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required; 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate considered an asset.5+ years’ experience in NGL processing, product storage, pipeline operation or similar industry.Ability to read and understand P&IDs.Proven experience using a DCS and PLC Systems.Permanent residency within 100 km of the KFS NorthA valid driver’s license and ability to provide 5-year standard driver abstract (clean driver’s abstract)This role is subject pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing and ongoing compliance with the company’s Drug and Alcohol PolicyThis role requires the candidate to wear respiratory protective equipment. As required by regulation, the candidate must ensure an adequate seal where the face piece of the equipment seals to the skin of the face.Demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety & Environment.Participate in the facility work functions as a team member with a focus on internal and external customer services.Posting Expiry Date:Nov 8, 2026At Keyera, we embrace collaboration, inclusion, and a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Our values foster an environment for every person to bring their whole self to work.We offer a well-rounded total compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed with the well-being and empowerment of our employees and their families in mind.If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning, purpose-driven culture then you’ll enjoy a career with us.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.