Plant Operator - Cold Lake

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada's energy resources - applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society's evolving needs.

Come be part of the Upstream Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Cold Lake, AB.

What role you will play in our team

A Plant Operator opportunity is available at Imperial's Cold Lake, Alberta location. The city of Cold Lake is located in the western Canadian province of Alberta. It is approximately 294 km (180 miles) northeast of Edmonton, 170 km (100 miles) north of Lloydminster, and 588 km (375 miles) northeast of Calgary. The area offers all major amenities without crowds and traffic, world class recreational facilities and numerous types of outdoor activities. This is NOT a fly in/out opportunity and camp is not provided. Relocation to the Cold Lake area is required.

As an initial assignment you will train as a member of our operating staff to gain practical hands-on experience with operating and safety procedures. On-the-job experience will be supplemented with additional related formal training. You will work in a heavy oil plant environment and you will be required to work on your own without direct supervision following the initial training period.

Following your initial assignments and after becoming competent in all areas and reaching career level, you may have the opportunity to move into more technical roles such as Control Room Operator, Shift Engineer, Plant Shift Supervisor, Operations Specialist or Safety/Health/Environment Lead.

What you will do

• Understanding and abiding by all safety rules and standards, reporting hazards and holding responsibility for the safe operation of your assigned facilities, tools and company vehicles
• Understanding and abiding by applicable government regulations, e.g. Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• Participating in safety programs and attending training sessions; completing self-development courses
• Operating process, water reuse and steam units including process equipment, steam generators, water treatment facilities, compressors, pumps, treaters and utilities
• Making process changes to ensure quality control of end products
• Work in a crew environment to manage activities involved with field gate, all plant units or sulphur recovery operations
• Participating as a team member to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the facility
• Surveillance of equipment such as compressors, pumps, treaters, etc.
• Safely performing physical tasks at times, e.g. moving drums of chemicals, lifting, climbing ladders
• Performing minor maintenance and plant housekeeping

About you

Skills and Qualifications:

• Completion of Power Engineering Technology diploma
• Demonstrated progress on an ABSA 3rd class certificate

Preferred Qualifications/ Experience:

• Must have a driver's license and be comfortable to drive a pick-up truck
• Assignment will involve working rotating 12-hour shifts involving inside and outside work

Start date: Q3, 2025

Location: Cold Lake, AB

Your benefits

• A company committed to career growth - we recruit those who are interested in a career with Imperial and prefer to develop and promote people from within. Our career management process means that you will likely perform a number of unique, challenging roles during your career
• Commitment to safety, ethics & continuous improvement - these standards are the reason Imperial is an industry leader. You will work for a company that upholds safety and ethics ideals and continues to seek out ways to improve
• Exceptional benefits program - includes competitive salary plus savings, pension, and health care plans that you can customize to meet your individual needs. Educational and physical fitness financial assistance programs round out our benefits package
• Competitive vacation package - provides you with at least three weeks of vacation (the first year is pro-rated based on your hiring date)
• Flexibility looks different for everyone, which is why we have many programs to help employees balance their work and personal life. Programs include: Flex Your Day, childcare partnerships and part-time and job-sharing arrangements
• Successful networking and mentoring programs - enables you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities. These programs also allow you to connect with peers at a similar experience level
• Opportunity to participate in Employee Led Resource Groups: Women's Interest Network (WIN), Indigenous Network (IN), Black Employee Success Team (BEST), Asian Connection for Excellence (ACE), Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos (GOAL), PRIDE, and the Veterans Advocacy and Support Team (VAST)
• Early Professional Development Program - provides you with the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of expertise or develop skills in a variety of different areas. You will quickly be given large areas of responsibility and will be encouraged to take on stretch assignments as you progress

Other Considerations

• We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted

Application deadline: 05.15.2025

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Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial's Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.

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Eligibility to work in Canada:

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit. Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.