Process Operator

The Opportunity

KFI is seeking a process operator to join our refinery, located near Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, Canada, on a 7 on 7 off days and nights schedule. The primary role of the Operator will be to assist the Team Lead with the operation of the equipment within the tank farms, truck loadout, crude topping area, hydrogen manufacturing area, diesel hydrotreater area including incinerator and flare areas to meet throughput projections and product quality demands. As a team player you will work within the operations team to maintain a safe, reliable and effective plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

- Facility Operations: Assist with the safe and efficient operation of equipment under the guidance of the Team Lead.

- Maintain Equipment and Facilities: Responsible for the day-to-day monitoring, upkeep, and minor maintenance of all equipment in the process areas.

- Safety and Environment: Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and personnel. Must maintain and champion a high awareness for prevention of environmental releases or other incidents.

- Documentation and Records Keeping: Responsible and accountable for proper monitoring and record keeping of operating variables.

Qualifications

- Three (3) years’ experience in a crude oil refinery or related facility with distillation tower operation

- Possess a valid fourth (4th) class power engineering certificate in the province of Saskatchewan, or a willingness to obtain one.

- Able to work shift work. 7 on, 7 off rotation days and nights - 12-hour shifts

- H2S Alive, First Aid / CPR, WHMIS / TDG or willingness to obtain.

- Experience in hands-on support of operations technical, and maintenance work teams

- Experience in developing standard operating procedures

- Experience driving a skid steer is an asset

- Must have MS Office skills (Word, Excel and Outlook)

- Good written and verbal communication

- A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required

- Must be legally permitted to work in Canada

Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation package including an attractive base salary, short term and long-term incentive plans.

Employee Benefits:

KFI offers a comprehensive benefit package, designed to prioritize the well-being of you and your family. Benefits include medical, dental, health spending and personal spending accounts, life and accident insurance and disability coverage.

Your coverage begins on your hire date and extends to eligible family members.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $47.25-$68.25 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- Vision care

- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kerrobert, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- crude oil refinery: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person