Plant Operator

Strathcona Resources Ltd.; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Canadian oil and gas producer located in Lloydminster is seeking Plant Operators to join their Thermal Operations teams. The ideal candidates will possess a minimum Third-Class Power Engineering Certification and have over five years of experience in Oil and Gas, specifically with SAGD or CSS operations. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of safety protocols and plant operations. Strathcona offers various benefits including transportation assistance and a generous RRSP matching program. If you're ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Transportation & Relocation Assistance

RRSP Plan

Unique Compensation Program

Internal Movement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum Third-Class Power Engineering (TSASK) Certification. Progress toward a Second-Class is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of related industry experience in Oil and Gas (SAGD or CSS).
• Hands‑on with Once Through Steam Generator’s (OTSGs), water/oil treating, and de‑oiling processes.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proactive, analytical, and confident in problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Strathcona’s Health, Safety, Environment and Regulatory (HSER) policies.
• Troubleshoot plant issues and recommend operational improvements.
• Prioritize safety, environmental compliance, and production efficiency.
• Review, revise and write Operations Procedures.
• Report deficiencies, maintain accurate logbooks and support MOC and work orders processes.
• Notify leader of emergency situations impacting the facility.
• Lead or support during emergencies, maintenance, and ERP drills.
• Participate in safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.

Job description

Strathcona Resources Ltd. (“Strathcona”) is a Calgary, Alberta based oil and gas production and development company focused on maximizing oil and gas recovery from its low decline, high free cash flow oil and gas resource base. Strathcona’s operations, infrastructure and land position are focused in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Strathcona is always looking for people focused on growth, both personal and professional. Those who love a challenge and get excited at the prospect of collaborating with talented people to continuously improve and innovate on tasks both large and small.

We’re seeking Plant Operators to join our Lloydminster Thermal Operations teams at our multiple facilities. Whether you’re a 1st Class Power Engineer or 3rd Class Power Engineer, we have opportunities to advance your career with us. If you have hands‑on experience with Thermal SAGD operations, we want to connect with you!

Locations

Multiple facilities between Meota and Edam.

Schedule

Rotating day/night shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extra coverage as needed.

Start Dates

Immediate openings and future starts available.

Note

This position requires the successful candidate to reside in the North Battleford area or willingness to relocate upon hire and hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license with driver’s abstract.

Reporting to the Shift Engineer, the Plant Operator is expected to have comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, plant equipment, and plant operations in all areas.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with, and commitment to Strathcona’s Health, Safety, Environment and Regulatory (HSER) policies, as well as TSASK and OH&S standards.
• Troubleshoot plant issues and recommend operational improvements.
• Prioritize safety, environmental compliance, and production efficiency.
• Review, revise and write Operations Procedures.
• Report deficiencies, maintain accurate logbooks and support MOC and work orders processes.
• Notify leader of emergency/upset situations impacting the facility.
• Lead or support during emergencies, maintenance, and ERP drills.
• Participate in safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum Third-Class Power Engineering (TSASK) Certification. Progress toward a Second-Class is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of related industry experience in Oil and Gas (SAGD or CSS).
• Hands‑on with Once Through Steam Generator’s (OTSGs), water/oil treating, and de‑oiling processes.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proactive, analytical, and confident in problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs.

Benefits

Strathcona offers a number of incentives to attract high performers looking to join a fast‑growing Canadian oil and gas producer. Some of these benefits include:

• Transportation & Relocation Assistance – We offer support getting to site, which may include company vehicles, ride‑sharing options, or flights—depending on your position and site location.
• RRSP Plan – We are committed to helping those saving for retirement with our generous RRSP matching program.
• Unique Compensation Program – Our compensation program rewards employees based on individual and business unit performance, and company excellence.
• Internal Movement – With many assets in a concentrated area, there are plenty of opportunities for internal movement to gain a broad range of industry experience.

Great things aren’t done by one person, they’re done by a team.

Strathcona is committed to developing a high-performance culture through collaboration, trust, and agility. We value our work, our communities, and our commitments – but most of all, we value the team of people who make what we do possible.

Apply to Strathcona

If you have what it takes to be a great Strathcona team member, we want to hear from you. We appreciate all interest in this opportunity but only those selected to advance through the process will be contacted.