Plant / Process Operator III

Brunel; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel seeks highly experienced Plant/Process Operators to support operations across Cold Lake facilities on a 1-year contract with extension potential. These roles target senior operators who can begin producing with minimal training and rotate between sites, focusing on steam plants, pressure equipment, and power generation units.

Ideal candidates will possess extensive production operations experience, a 1st Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate, and the ability to coordinate safely across

Qualifications

• 20+ years of operational/plant experience required.
• 1st Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate is required.
• Extensive production operations experience across steam plants and pressure equipment.
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, PFDs and UFDs.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with CRT and Operations teams on safety requirements and work execution.
• Coordinate plant activities with Operations Supervisors.
• Participate in emergency response activities.
• Support commissioning and startup activities.
• Review maintenance work packages and verify isolation requirements.
• Endorse Work Permits as Area Operator (AO) and as Isolating Authority (IA) when required.
• Coordinate activities between Operations and Maintenance groups.
• Execute process adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Perform equipment surveillance and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety

Multicultural

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

1st Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate

1st or 2nd Class Power Engineering certification

Tools

P&IDs

PFDs

UFDs

Shutdown Logic Diagrams

Job description

Type: 1-year contract (potential for extension)

Schedule: 7/7 Rotation (Days & Nights)

Pay Rate Range: $75/h - $85/h

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Plant/Process Operators to support operations across Cold Lake facilities. These roles are intended for senior operators who can quickly become productive with minimal training and operate across multiple sites. The successful candidates will primarily support steam plants, pressure equipment, and power generation units within plant operations (not field operations). Operators must be comfortable working in a dynamic environment, rotating between facilities and supporting safe, reliable production.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with Control Room Technicians (CRT) and Operations teams regarding safety requirements and work execution
• Support Operations Supervisors in coordinating plant activities
• Participate in emergency response activities
• Support commissioning and startup activities
• Review maintenance work packages and verify isolation requirements
• Endorse Work Permits as Area Operator (AO)
• Endorse Work Permits as Isolating Authority (IA) when required
• Coordinate activities between Operations and Maintenance groups
• Monitor operational priorities to maximize effectiveness
• Maintain communication with CRT and other operating areas
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained
• Complete daily logs and shift handover notes
• Perform equipment surveillance and inspections
• Execute process adjustments to maintain product quality
• Perform minor maintenance activities when necessary
• Safely complete physical work including:
• Lifting
• Moving chemical drums

Required Qualifications

• 20+ years of operational/plant experience required
• 1st Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate
• Extensive production operations experience
• Steam plant and pressure equipment experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of:
• P&IDs
• PFDs
• UFDs
• Shutdown Logic Diagrams
• Process troubleshooting
• Plant operations and equipment monitoring
• Isolation procedures

Safety Systems Knowledge - advanced understanding of:

• Permit to Work (PTW)
• Step Back 5x5
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Operations Integrity Management System (OIMS)
• Controls Integrity Management System (CIMS)
• Production Operations Best Practices (POBP)
• Planning & Budgeting (P&B) processes

Soft Skills

• Leadership capability
• Ability to direct and influence crews
• Clear, concise communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High safety standards
• Ability to work in multicultural environments
• Team-oriented mindset
• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 20+ years of oil & gas plant operations experience
• 1st or 2nd Class Power Engineering certification (depending on posting)
• Experience working in large industrial processing facilities
• Strong permit/isolation authority experience
• Leadership and mentoring experience
• Ability to work independently with very limited training
• Willingness to rotate across multiple plants
• Local to Cold Lake or able to secure their own accommodations

What We Offer

Brunel connects specialists like you with world‑class opportunities across the globe. With more than 100 offices in 42 countries, we support your career growth by matching your expertise with industry‑leading projects. Whether you're looking to advance your technical skills or take on new challenges, Brunel provides the platform to help you succeed.

About Brunel

With 50 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Mining, Renewable Energy, Automotive, Life Sciences, and Infrastructure, Brunel is known for partnering with the best in the industry. We deliver global recruitment and workforce solutions that help clients complete major projects safely, compliantly, on time, and at the highest quality. Wherever your career takes you, Brunel helps you get there.