Shift Power Engineer 5th/4thClass - Downhole Manufacturing

National Oilwell Varco; Nisku; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Shift Power Engineer in Nisku. The role involves maintaining and operating power plant equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and conducting regular inspections. Candidates must possess a valid Power Engineer ticket and have a solid mechanical background, with opportunities for career advancement and training offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employer retirement plan contributions

Health Spending account

Employer paid premiums

On-the-job training

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have a current Power Engineer 5th/4th Class ticket.
• Strong mechanical and maintenance background is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of boiler and pressure vessel standards.

Responsibilities

• Start-up and shut down of Power Plant including Boilers and Generators.
• Conduct chemical testing and complete maintenance tasks.
• Report and intervene for safety and maintenance hazards.

Skills

Mechanical background

Safety awareness

Collaboration

Effective communication

Decision-making

Education

Power Engineer 5th/4th Class ticket

Tools

AIMS

Kronos

Job description

Job Summary:

The Shift Power Engineer is responsible for filling out all daily logbooks, and mechanical handover books, as per ABSA requirements. Will also conduct every three hours chemical testing as require, overseeing the blowdowns of boilers, and autoclaves, conducting general maintenance of the facilities ‘A-Pressure’ registered equipment. Tasks include (but not limited to) daily, weekly, monthly, annual equipment maintenance, filling out all logbooks, including handover notes and mechanical logbooks under ABSA regulations. Tasks will include PWO/UWO, and PM as assigned, skills flex abilities, pre-shift toolbox huddles, shift transitions, pre-start up plans and shutdowns, will include the inspections of all steam traps on Autoclaves. Inspections and clean out of Y-strainers, check valves, air regulators, filters, separators, chemical pumps, feed water pumps. Will ensure that the blow downs are completed, water softener systems are maintained, and notify your supervisor of any stock levels that have fallen below minimum requirements.

This role will report directly to the Power Engineer Supervisor who will be supported by the Maintenance Coordinator, and the Maintenance Manager. The Shift Power Engineer will also work closely with all departments and HSE to ensure the safe effective utilization of the company’s ‘A-Pressure’ vessel assets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Start-up and shut down of Nisku Manufacturing Power Plant including Boilers, Compressors, Portable Boilers, and generators
• Complete on the 3 hours cycle the daily checklist of three Boilers, conduct chemical testing one to two times per 12-hour shift, complete manual, and automatic blow downs of all boilers.
• Maintain and monitor Chemical levels, salt levels, and filter levels, and report to supervisor prior to low level limits, of all boiler room consumables
• 6S all boiler rooms from (Sort, set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety)
• Complete regular inspections of autoclaves, steam traps, Y-strainer, Steam valves, Actuators, and positioners. Complete as assigned AIMS Planned Work Orders and Unplanned Work Orders.
• Will complete and work closely with the maintenance department to ensure that the assets on your shift are fully functioning and in good standard order.
• Report and intervene for any safety and maintenance hazards, as required with maintenance department and production facilities.
• Coach, mentor, and help develop others in the Power Engineer Department to improve their knowledge (Legislation and Regulations) to skills (mechanical/chemical/pressure).
• Other duties as assigned by the Power Engineer Supervisor or Maintenance Manager, or Maintenance Coordinator

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must have a current Power Engineer 5th/4th Class ticket
• Able to operate a Power Plant rated boiler based upon your Power Engineering Class level
• Must possess a strong mechanical and maintenance background to be considered an asset.
• A comprehensive knowledge of Boilers, Autoclaves, Receivers, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, mechanical, chemical and boiler maintenance, and safety pressure vessel standards

COMPETENCIES

• Making Complex Decisions: Assess mechanical and operational information to make informed decisions.
• Taking Initiative: Proactively identifies maintenance needs, and safety issues, and escalate immediately.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with teams including HSE, Maintenance, and Production to ensure safe, smooth operations.
• Communicates Effectively: Maintain clear and concise communication.
• Resilient: Maintain focus and effectiveness under pressure and operational uncertainties.
• Manages Ambiguity: Adapt well to changes in work priorities, and unforeseen maintenance issues without compromising safety or performance.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• AIMS
• Fork-lift training considered an asset
• Kronos
• Overall Computer Skills

This position is classified as safety sensitive, and employment would be conditional on satisfactory completion of a pre-employment testing.

Preferred method of application and to view all opportunities visit: https://www.nov.com/Careers

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind: NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

With over 40 different locations in Canada, and 35,000 people worldwide, NOV is proud to offer their employees competitive pay and excellent benefits, Employer retirement plan contributions, Health Spending account and employer paid premiums. We are also proud to provide on the job training, with potential for advancement within our organization and an Educational Assistance Program

NOV thanks all interested applicants, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.