Power Engineers - 1st and 2nd class - Fort McMurray, AB

Title: Power Engineers - 1st and 2nd Class
Location: Fort McMurray, AB
Industry: Oil & Gas
Client: Major Operator

Two roles: 1st and 2nd class
Arian Systems Inc./ Techconsultant.ca is seeking Power Engineers for our major Oil and Gas client.

Role Summary:

The Shift Engineer (SE) provides leadership to a crew of 5 – 10 people. They will obtain support from the Plant Foreperson, Supervisor and Operation’s Specialists for the purpose of optimizing district operations and crew functionality. Under the authority of the Plant Foreperson and Chief Steam Engineer, the SE is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the entire plant on a shift basis.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Fulfill all of the Alberta Boilers Safety Association legal expectations / requirements.

  • Ensures the monitoring and optimization of overall plant operation, coordination of daily operation activities, and information flow between operating units.

  • Leads first hour emergency response activities.

  • Mentors the crew, co-ordinates the crew appraisal process, shift scheduling and crew training.

  • Ensures Operator PMs, Emergency Response Exercises, Safety Meetings and Equipment Safety Checks are scheduled and completed.

  • Provides technical expertise and troubleshooting capabilities to the crew.

Results expected:

  • Overall plant operation and crew efficiency.

  • Resolution of operation problems.

  • Detailed log of significant events.

  • Support and steward operation within guidelines and specifications.

  • Support and promote continuous improvement of the operation.

  • Key capabilities (include education; experience; certification; language fluency)

  • Preferred candidate will possess a 2nd Class Steam Certificate. Candidates who do not possess a 2nd class certificate will be considered eligible to hold a temporary 2nd class certificate and will commit to completing one 2nd class paper every 6 months until a full 2nd class certificate is obtained.

  • Strong DCS skills or the ability and desire to attain these skills.

  • Strong working level knowledge of all Plant Units including the Control Room

  • High level of communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong organizational / troubleshooting skills with the ability to proactively manage / prevent problems.

  • Ability to remain calm under frequently changing conditions.

Work environment:

  • Works with minimal supervision.

  • Works day and night, rotating 12-hour shifts.

  • Dynamic environment with frequently changing conditions

Career development opportunities:

This is a career development opportunity that provides a valuable skill set and uses previous experience for success.

Contact:

careers@ariansystems.ca

Subject: Power Engineers - Fort McMurray

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