Operations Technician

MEGlobal Canada ULC is hiring a Process Operations Technician to work in a highly participative, self-managed team environment at our Prentiss site, located near Red Deer, Alberta.

We are looking for an individual who is hardworking, enthusiastic and who works well in a team environment. The successful candidate will work rotating 12-hour shifts (including nights and weekends, outside and inside) to support the safe, sustainable operation of our Ethylene Glycol petrochemical facility.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Follows Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
Operates and field checks process equipment.
Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systems.
Performs tasks assigned to Operations as per Master Task List (field checks, equipment preparation, equipment isolation, sample collection, EH&S tasks, etc.).
Ensures operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and MEGlobal business goals.
Uses trouble shooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
When required, submits valued added work requests via SAP.
As required, initiates, and participates in root cause investigations.
Coaches and trains others on plant operations.
Performs crisis response activities assigned by Crisis Response Leader.
Fulfills Operate Plant Work Process Roles such as Crisis Response Leader, PSA Focal Point, EH&S Focal Point, Budget Focal Point, Team Assembler, Shift Engineer, Scheduler, Startup -Shutdown Coordinator, etc.
Actively participates on site Emergency Response Team as required.
Utilizes process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.
Utilizes advanced automation tools to optimize plant operation and provides feedback on the effectiveness of the tools.
Performs process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines (subject to local agreements).
Acts as Safe Work Permit Issuer, as authorized in unit safety standards.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum 3rd Class Government ABSA Power Engineering Certificate, or all 3rd Class papers completed.
0-7 years of experience
Hydrocarbon industry experience preferred
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Shows strong initiative
Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills
Works well both independently, and as a member of a team
Salaries are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

MEGlobal is a world leader in the manufacture and marketing of ethylene glycol (EG). With a worldwide network, MEGlobal markets its products throughout Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East. MEGlobal is committed to meeting the principles of Responsible Care®, focusing on the safety of employees, neighbours, communities and the environment in every aspect of its operations. As a subsidiary of EQUATE Petrochemical Company (EQUATE), MEGlobal is part of the EQUATE Group which is the world’s second largest producer of EG. Visit www.meglobal.biz for more information.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Schedule:

12 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-08