Process Operator – NGL Facility

Airswift; Redwater; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Process Operator for an NGL facility in Alberta. The role focuses on safe, reliable operations within a shift-based team handling fractionation, terminaling, and general process tasks.

Main responsibilities include process monitoring, startup/shutdown support, equipment inspections, and training of junior operators. Candidates should hold 3rd or 4th Class Power Engineering certificates with relevant plant experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Power engineering certificates with required years of plant operations experience.
• Willingness to progress to the next certification level.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely and reliably within the NGL facility.
• Monitor processes and respond to deviations and upsets.
• Assist with startup/shutdown, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

3rd Class Power Engineering

4th Class Power Engineering

Tools

DCS proficiency

SAP familiarity

Job description

Process Operator - NGL Facility (Contract)

This role supports safe and reliable operations at a Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) processing and storage facility. The Operator works within a shift-based team responsible for fractionation, terminaling, and general process operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational safety - Perform all tasks in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and isolation standards.
• Process monitoring - Maintain continuous surveillance of operating conditions to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Emergency response - Respond decisively to equipment failures, process deviations, and plant upsets.
• Startup/shutdown operations - Support coordinated startup, shutdown, and stabilization of process equipment.
• Facility optimization - Assist with troubleshooting, optimization, and routine maintenance activities.
• Equipment inspection - Conduct regular field rounds, identify abnormalities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Training and mentorship - Provide guidance and support to junior operators.
• Emergency preparedness - Participate in drills, exercises, and response training.
• Team and culture - Contribute to a safe, disciplined, and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate with minimum 5 years plant operations experience; or
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate with minimum 10 years plant operations experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to progressing to the next certification level.
• NGL/fractionation experience - Experience in fractionation or similar hydrocarbon processing facilities is an asset.
• DCS and computer proficiency - Required for modern control-room and field operations.
• SAP familiarity - Considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.