Operations Shift Trainer

Woodfibre LNG

Squamish

On-site

CAD 105,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading LNG operations facility in Squamish, BC, seeks an Operations Shift Trainer to support their dynamic Operations team. The successful candidate will play a key role in training Operations Technicians and ensuring compliance with safety practices and operational readiness. Ideal applicants will have 5 to 10 years of LNG operations experience, strong communication skills, and a 4th Class Power Engineering Diploma. The position offers a competitive annual salary between CAD 105,000 and CAD 135,000.

Qualifications

5–10 years of LNG operations experience required.
Experience in Oil & Gas Production Facilities is essential.
Must have ICS Certification and Emergency Response experience.

Responsibilities

Assess and certify Operations Technicians' competence.
Deliver training to ensure compliance with regulations.
Participate in recruitment teams for hiring Operations Technicians.

Skills

LNG operations experience

Mentoring and coaching

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

4th Class Power Engineering Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish, British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site, which would have a storage capacity of 250,000 m³ and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Position

The Operations Shift Trainer is an integral part of Woodfibre LNG's dynamic Operations team. The successful candidate reports directly to the Shift Superintendent. This role will be based on the Project Site in Squamish, BC, and you will play an essential part in supporting the company's operations team through the Operations Readiness Assurance Phase into the Operational Phase of the project. During the Operational Phase, as Operations Shift Trainer you will also be a key contributor to the environmental practices and social responsibilities to the community, held to the highest standards set out by Woodfibre LNG.

Key Responsibilities

Be accountable to assess and certify Operations Technicians to be qualified to operate in areas of competence.
Be accountable for the training and development plans of all employees on their shift, including supervision and front‑line employees, and report progress and any corrective actions.
Deliver training (classroom, field, modules) as required to ensure compliance with regulations and training and development plans.
Be part of the ORA (Operations Readiness Assurance) Core Team and support delivery of a Competency Assessment Management system.
Develop the WLNG competency standard and expectations for performance against which employees will be assessed.
Develop procedures, manuals and training material to achieve certification of technicians.
Participate in the roll‑out and training of the e‑PTW system, ensuring competency and certification of trainees.
Ensure a functional Shift Team capable of supporting LNG production on a continuous basis.
Mentor and influence personnel for implementation of best practices.
Act as an active member of the Shift Team Incident Command Post, taking the role of On‑Scene Commander or any leadership role assigned by the Incident Commander.
Lead or participate in incident investigations and ensure implementation of recommended improvements.
Participate in recruitment teams for hiring Operations Technicians.
Fulfill the Operations Shift Supervisor role during absences for company meetings, vacations, leaves, or otherwise, and act as part of operations on‑shift leadership team.

HSSE

100% compliance with company HSE policies and guidelines.
Champion HSE as a member of the LNG Operations Team.
Lead HSE Shift Meeting, safety walks, and audits when required.
Timely intervene to mitigate risks and ensure safety of personnel and plant.
Demonstrate a personal commitment to influence overall safety behavior in the plant.
Ensure Shift Operations Emergency Response capabilities are 100% met during the shift period.

Requirements

Required Experience

Minimum 5–10 years of LNG operations experience, as well as experience in Oil & Gas Production Facilities.
APCI LNG Technology experience is preferred but not mandatory.
4th Class Power Engineering Diploma as a minimum.
Assessor Certified will take preference.
Previous experience as an LNG Operations Technician.
Previous experience during Operations Readiness and Assurance and Startup of an LNG facility.
Previous experience as a trainer of employees.
ICS Certification and Emergency Response experience.

Additional Requirements

Motivated person with a mentoring and coaching approach, “One Team.”
Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
Experience working with large multidisciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
Communication/interpersonal skills to interact with front‑line workers up to management.
Competent written and verbal communication skills.
Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
Ability to work well under pressure, handling tasks, targets and changing priorities within tight time frames.
Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.
Willingness to work a 12‑hour shift rotation and Monday‑Friday 40‑hour work week schedules.
Expertise with a variety of computer programs (e.g., MS Office).
A valid driver's license (with abstract) and passport.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
This role will be a combination of office and site‑based role in the beginning during Project Construction Phase.
The position is based in Squamish, BC (Project Site).