Operations Foreman

Pembina Pipeline Corp.; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembina Pipeline Corporation, in Vancouver, is seeking an Operations Foreman at Vancouver Wharves in North Vancouver. The role focuses on supervising longshore crews and leading safety‑driven operations across a 24/7 schedule.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Pembina procedures, mentor teams, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a strong safety, trust, and inclusion mindset in daily activities and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading crews in a unionized, heavy industrial environment.
• Experience with mobile and fixed plant equipment, including bulk handling equipment, considered an asset.
• Comfortable using MS Office and other business related applications.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, direct, and support others in a safe, efficient, and respectful manner.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills aligned with Pembina’s values and leadership capabilities.
• Committed to continuous learning, adaptability, and supporting change.
• Ability to work rotating shifts across a 24‑hour schedule; and
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of longshore workers, ensuring safe, respectful, and inclusive work practices;
• Ensure all operations activities are completed in compliance with Pembina procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices;
• Apply strong problem-solving skills to proactively develop solutions and achieve operational goals;
• Support talent development through coaching, feedback, and fostering effective teamwork;
• Complete and maintain documentation related to maintenance, safety, and performance;
• Create a team environment that aligns with Pembina’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, and psychological and physical safety;
• Provide leadership and assistance during emergency response situations; and
• Support continuous improvement and adaptability across an operation that runs 24 hours a day 7 days a week working shift work.

Job description

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Requisition ID: 28867

Work Arrangement:At Office / Facility

Department: Berth Operations District

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 70 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry.

We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial Pembina has a diverse and inclusive working environment that provides employees with a positive and engaging work experience where they are recognized and empowered. Learn more about our values and strategy .

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules. Employees embed physical, psychological, and cyber safety into all work practices while taking personal accountability to maintain compliance, support audit readiness, proactively identify risks, and protect our people, assets, and data. Working for Pembina means working safely.

Overview:

PKM Canada Marine Terminal LP is currently recruiting for an Operations Foreman at Vancouver Wharves in North Vancouver. Vancouver Wharves handles bulk cargo including mineral concentrates, diesel, sulphur, and grain products on behalf of our customers.
In this role, you will supervise longshore workers and lead operations activities with a strong focus on safety, trust, and respect — values that shape how we work at Pembina. As a leader, you will foster collaboration, demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset, and create a differentiated experience for our workers, customers, and partners.
This position directly contributes to Pembina’s strategic priorities by ensuring resilient, efficient, and environmentally conscious operations that support our long term success.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Provide direct supervision of longshore workers, ensuring safe, respectful, and inclusive work practices;
• Ensure all operations activities are completed in compliance with Pembina procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices;
• Apply strong problem-solving skills to proactively develop solutions and achieve operational goals;
• Support talent development through coaching, feedback, and fostering effective teamwork;
• Complete and maintain documentation related to maintenance, safety, and performance;
• Create a team environment that aligns with Pembina’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, and psychological and physical safety;
• Provide leadership and assistance during emergency response situations; and
• Support continuous improvement and adaptability across an operation that runs 24 hours a day 7 days a week working shift work.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience leading crews in a unionized, heavy industrial environment;
• Experience with mobile and fixed plant equipment, including bulk handling equipment, considered an asset;
• Comfortable using MS Office and other business related applications;
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, direct, and support others in a safe, efficient, and respectful manner;
• Strong communication and relationship building skills aligned with Pembina’s values and leadership capabilities;
• Committed to continuous learning, adaptability, and supporting change;
• Ability to work rotating shifts across a 24‑hour schedule; and
• Valid driver’s license.

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. The final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day:09/16/2026. In rare circumstances, a position may be posted for less time if there has been significant interest in the role.

Our expectations are high, and our total rewards package reflects this.

Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences contribute to our collective successand enrich our workplace culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time.