Rail Yard Coordinator

Work Arrangement: At Office / Facility

Department: Terminal Operations Area

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry.

We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial. Cultivating a positive employee experience and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees feel engaged, recognized and empowered is foundational to our ambition of being an employer of choice. Learn more about our values and strategy.

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely.

Overview:

Pembina Pipeline Corporation’s Redwater office is actively hiring for a Rail Yard Coordinator to join the team. This position reports to the Logistics Operations Supervisor in the Natural Gas Liquids Business Unit (NBU), part of Pembina’s Operations Division.

The Gas Services Business Unit provides gas and liquids processing fee-for-service solutions for customers in strategic locations across the Western Canadian Sedimentary and Williston Basins. We are the largest third-party gas processor serving the WCSB at 6.2 billion cubic feet per day (bcf/d) and 128,000bbl/d of condensate stabilization. Liquids processed and extracted from the facilities are transported by Pembina's Conventional Pipelines business unit with a portion of the volumes being further processed at Pembina's Redwater facilities. Positioning of GBU at the front of the value chain allows Pembina to offer full integration from well head to market. Pembina’s Natural Gas Liquids Business Unit (NBU) is involved in the Fractionation, Terminaling & Storage, and Logistics and Distribution of specification natural gas liquids throughout north America. Natural Gas Liquids are components of natural gas classified by weight and number of carbon atoms – Methane (C1), Ethane (C2), Propane (C3) Butane (C4) and Condensate (mixture of C5+). Fractionation involves separating the different products in an NGL mix out into Ethane, Propane, and Butane.

The Rail Yard Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the daily inbound, loading, and outbound rail traffic. Interfacing with the CN Trainmaster, the Redwater Logistics and Loading Groups.

The successful candidate must live within 100 km of Redwater.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Support Pembina’s safety culture of "Zero by Choice" and the “Life Saving Rules”. To read more about our Life Saving Rules, visit pembina.com/safety;

- Ensuring the inbound and outbound rail traffic is managed safely and efficiently by minimizing switches to reduce fuel consumption and maximizing rack utilization;

- Obtain understanding and adhere to all applicable Pembina policies, standards and procedures;

- Obtain understanding and comply with all Pembina reporting requirements, including incidents, near misses, hazard identification, environmental spills/releases or regulatory compliance issues;

- Understanding of the CN Pipeline report for incoming traffic and service times to maintain fluidity in the rail yard;

- Compile data, prepare, and maintain an updated yard list with full identification of all cars inbound;

- Interface with Logistics in managing rail volume to meet priorities and nominations;

- Communicate with the third-party rail contractor and Rail Shift Leads on assignments, disseminate or explain information, and address all rail yard concerns to maintain yard fluidity;

- Regular checks to identify and record rail cars, verify car numbers, and perform a visual inspection – audits;

- Work closely with the Maintenance Coordinator on the required rail maintenance and inspections;

- Obtain & Maintain required Safety Training Courses, including all “Core” Training;

- Demonstrate understanding and compliance with all applicable Safety Management Systems (SMS) Policies and Standards (SSER, Environmental and Regulatory);

- Understand Emergency Response Planning (ERAC & ERAP) and rail security requirements;

- Actively support and participate in SSER initiatives, including safety meetings, Hazard Identification and Near Miss reporting, Incident Investigations and Positive Safety Recognition;

- Adhere to Pembina Purchasing Policies and Spending Authority;

- Minimize the consumption of fuel by limiting the number of switches and pre-blocking of rail cars within the rail yard;

- Measure the efficiency of the rail yard and rack utilization daily;

- Have the ability to work a rotational shift schedule;

- Demonstrate learning agility by actively seeking feedback, adapting to new information quickly, and applying learnings to improve performance and deliver results in a dynamic environment; and

- Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications:

- 5+ years related experience in the rail industry;

- Knowledge of rail switching and loading operations;

- Knowledge of Borque and Yardmaster computer systems;

- Knowledge of the General Rail Operating Instructions and Rail Safety Management System;

- Ability to interpret switching plans, and to revise or change plans to improve efficiency;

- Effectively convey information to multiple audiences through verbal, written, and digital communication;

- Demonstrate a positive attitude and act professionally and respect others opinions;

- Encourage teamwork and cooperation;

- Exhibit attentiveness, operational awareness and be actively engaged; and

- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, or processes and apply them effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This position is considered “Safety Sensitive” and so will require Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing which includes testing for marijuana metabolites.

You may also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract.

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day: 03/23/2026. In rare circumstances, a position may be posted for less time if there has been significant interest in the role.

Our expectations are high, and our rewards reflect this: We treat our people well - whether it's through our total rewards package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities, all in an environment that is equitable, safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible.

We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We firmly believe that every individual's unique background, identity and contributions contribute to our collective success. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time.

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