PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well-positioned to provide global markets with responsibly-developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.
At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada’s energy future – and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. To support our growth plans, we are looking for can-do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do. Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.
THE ROLE:
Reporting to the Plant Lead, the successful candidate will assume the role of Chief Power Engineer of one of our largest plants. Key responsibilities include supporting day-to-day operations, optimizing production processes, reducing operational costs, and ensuring that all activities are carried out in compliance with PETRONAS Canada’s policies and standards.
This exciting opportunity is based at a camp approximately 1.5 hours north of Fort St. John, BC. You'll enjoy a stable schedule with a standardized 14-day on, 14-day off rotation. This is a safety sensitive position, and therefore you are required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:
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Provide advanced operational support and technical expertise in the efficient execution of gas plant operations
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Collaborate with production engineering teams to address optimization challenges, maximize revenue, and minimize downtime
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Assist in the planning and coordination of contractors and on-site maintenance crews to ensure seamless operations
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Ensure compliance with Technical Safety British Columbia (TSBC) regulations, company directives, operational standards, and corporate health and safety policies
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Participate in department projects and process improvement initiatives, managing assigned tasks and delivering regular progress reports
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Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency by evaluating processes and implementing corrective actions
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Contribute to design reviews and HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies to ensure safety and operational effectiveness
WHAT YOU BRING:
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High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience
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Minimum 3rd Class Power Engineering certificate
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At least 5 years of experience in processing plant operations in the oil and gas industry
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel; familiarity with PVR, Navisworks, Bluebeam, SCADA, and AccuMap is considered an asset
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Current and valid certification in, or the ability to obtain, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid and CPR
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Valid class 5 driving license with a clean driver’s abstract
Job postings are typically only open for applications for two weeks so please submit your resume today.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM:
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Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off and hybrid work options for office-based roles
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Dress for your day - a casual yet professional environment
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Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions
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Competitive compensation and bonus programs
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Top tier benefit package, including a generous Health Spending Account and Savings Plan
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Making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we operate
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Annual employee-directed charity donation program
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Support for training and professional development
PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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What We Do
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) is a leading global energy company committed to powering society’s progress in a responsible and sustainable manner. With close to 50,000 employees and a global reach spanning over 100 countries, we are ranked among the world’s largest corporations by revenue in the Fortune Media IP Ltd’s 2022 Fortune Global 500® list.
As Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, we safeguard and manage the nation’s hydrocarbon resources to ensure national energy security and maximise value. We explore, develop and produce hydrocarbons as well as cleaner energy solutions. We have three core businesses, namely Upstream, Gas and Downstream, supported by Project Delivery and Technology division, which acts as an enabler. We recently launched Gentari, our new entity providing customers with cleaner energy and lower carbon solutions in three core offerings – renewables, hydrogen and green mobility alongside our core portfolio.
We remain committed to produce oil and gas in a differentiated manner, with focus on reducing carbon emissions and at competitive cost. Our hydrocarbon portfolio today is two-thirds gas, which puts us in an advantageous position as gas and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) will continue to play a vital role even as the energy system evolves. As one of the leading LNG players in the world, PETRONAS will continue to serve the global LNG demand.
As a responsible and conscientious global energy player, sustainability is at the heart of our business and how we operate. Our commitment to responsible business growth and positive contributions to society and the environment remains unwavering. Fuelled by our passion to be a partner for our customers in the journey towards a lower carbon energy future, every step we take brings us closer towards achieving our aspiration of Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 (NZCE 2050).
