Plant / Process Operator III

Plant/Process Operator III Location: Cold Lake, AB 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 Climbing ladders/tanks/silos 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 Power generation experience preferred Strong understanding of: P&IDs PFDs UFDs Shutdown Logic Diagrams Process troubleshooting Plant operations and equipment monitoring Isolation procedures Permit systems Safety Systems Knowledge - advanced understanding of: Permit to Work (PTW) Step Back 5x5 Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Risk Assessment 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) Steam plant experience Pressure equipment experience Power generation experience 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.

The operator will support steam plants and power generation units, coordinating activities between operations and maintenance teams. Key duties include endorsing work permits, performing equipment inspections, and executing process adjustments to maintain product quality.

Candidates must have over 20 years of operational experience and a 1st Class ABSA Power Engineering Certificate. Extensive knowledge of pressure equipment, steam plants, and safety systems like OIMS and CIMS is required.

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• Plant Operations
• Process Troubleshooting
• Steam Plant Operation
• Pressure Equipment
• Power Generation
• Permit To Work (PTW)
• Isolation Procedures
• P&ID Interpretation
• Emergency Response
• Risk Assessment
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Equipment Surveillance
• Leadership
• Commissioning
• Startup Activities
• Operations Integrity Management

• Energy
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Security & Safety

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

18 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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