PetroChina Canada (PCC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of PetroChina Company Limited which is partially owned by China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), a state-owned enterprise. CNPC is China's largest oil company and the world's third largest oil company, operating 91 energy-related projects in over 35 countries and regions. PCC has invested billions of dollars in an asset-rich portfolio of upstream, midstream and downstream operations. In Alberta, this includes our MacKay River and Dover oilsands projects, Duvernay Shale Gas and a 50% interest in the Grand Rapids Pipeline. In British Columbia, we hold joint venture interests in the Groundbirch tight gas project and LNG Canada.

PetroChina Canada is recruiting for a Plant Operator to join the Duvernay Team.

Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Coordinators, the Plant Operator will respond to daily operations and maintenance activities while meeting production targets. The Operator will support in optimizing plant efficiency, performance and troubleshooting.

This role is field based, and includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities and requirements:

• Potential for intermittent outdoor work as well as field-office based work that is primarily sedentary and cognitive in nature
• Moderate physical activity required at times, including climbing stairs and ladders and lifting up to 50lbs
• Activate and respond to the emergency response plan when required
• Be on call during nights while on regularly scheduled shifts
• Share dedicated plant nightshift rotation with the Operations group (Plant Operator)
• Work a rotation schedule of 15 days on / 13 days off

Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Execute day to day operational activities
• Review Cygnet to check wells, identify problems and opportunities for improvement and optimization
• Work toward targets in the areas of safety, cost control, revenue generation, and organizational effectiveness by maintaining process targets
• Share knowledge and provide expertise to assigned operating area
• Act as focal point for troubleshooting, optimization and meeting operations targets to control key costs and improved reliability
• Complete facility and production logs
• Conduct work in compliance with company policies, standards, and procedures
• Ensure work orders are entered into SAP
• Manage pigging and batching programs
• Manage PSV recertification and car seal program for the area and coordinate with Integrity group
• Maintain all HSSE and technical competency requirements
• Promote consistency within operating areas with regards to operating practices and work quality
• Complete required documentation and inspections
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and optimization
• Maintain cost tracking and participate in accruals
• Stamp, sign and code vendor work tickets, ensure rates and hours comply with work completed for production accounting purposes
• Assist Maintenance team as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with a background in operations
• Fired Process Heater Operator Certificate or 4th Class Power Engineer certification (Plant Operator) required
• 3rd Class Power Engineer certification will be considered an asset
• Exposure to unconventional gas operations and/or project experience considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well with diverse personalities and work force
• Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment
• Capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
• Skilled at meeting tight deadlines through prioritization and organization of work tasks
• Experience in computer software such as SAP, Cygnet, and Microsoft Suite e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word
• Adoption and demonstration of PCC Values (Honorable, Unified, Passionate, Accountable)