Summer Student - Relief Operator - WFS

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

The Organization

Based in Alberta, Wolf is a private company, backed by Canada Pension Plan Investments (CPP Investments). Wolf was formed in 2015 to focus on the acquisition and development of innovative midstream energy infrastructure assets in Western Canada. Wolf's long-term business plan, investment timeline, and continued dedication to finding innovative solutions create a competitive alternative to other midstream companies. Wolf has grown through a series of acquisitions and successful developments, resulting in three businesses based on the Wolf-owned and operated Access Pipeline System, Alberta Carbon Trunk Line, and the NGL North System.

At Wolf, we have an uncompromising commitment and respect for health, safety, and the environment. Wolf's purpose is to deliver the future of energy infrastructure today. We look for people who have a forward-thinking mindset and who exemplify the Wolf Ways: We are OneWolf, We Find a Better Way, We Do The Right Thing, and We Own It!

The Opportunity

Under the general direction of the Lead Operator, this position is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the Wolf Feedstock Separation Facility (WFS) and associated pipelines. WFS is a natural gas liquids (NGL) separation facility that receives an NGL mix and separates it into spec quality ethane, propane, butane, and condensate. This position must see safety as a priority while focusing on operating efficiencies, budgets, worker competency, governmental and industry regulation compliance while contributing to a diverse work team.

The position is located at our Wolf Feedstock Separation (WFS) Facility in Strathcona County, AB. The individual will be required to live within 100km of the facility while on shift. The shift is 7 days on / 7 days off with the possibility of night shift coverage if required. The position is overtime eligible. Transportation to site will be the responsibility of the individual operator.

WORK TERM: 4 Months – May – August 2025

Key Responsibilities

• Perform plant rounds and readings to ensure equipment is operating within process parameters.
• Identify location and operation of all plant equipment and respond quickly to process upsets while maintaining operations best practices, safety of facility, and minimizing plant downtime.
• Assist the operations team to isolate and prepare equipment for maintenance, performing lock-out and tag-out and ensuring zero energy isolation is achieved; properly identify, report, and communicate plant equipment and safety deviations through Work Orders, Hazard ID’s, and Operations Log.
• Complete assigned tasks; Work Orders, Safety Checklists, Job Hazard Assessments.
• Participate in procedure review, safety bypass, lock-out, and tag-out as outlined in the operations training program.
• Learn the operations of all HMI systems efficiently. Troubleshoot and communicate process deviations and upsets to the Lead Operator.
• Assist and participate in EHS meetings, inspections, and all other EHS requirements.
• Report any health, safety, security, or environmental concerns through HSE management system incident reporting.
• Responsible for good housekeeping practices throughout the site through weekly/monthly housekeeping duties.
• Provide vacation coverage for other Outside Operators within the facility if requested and deemed competent with the possibility of covering night shift.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate or Chemical Engineering Technology - required.
• Mechanical Engineering Technology, Gas Plant Operations Certificates, Power Engineering 3rd Class and/or similar technical education - considered an asset.
• Recent graduates are not eligible for this opportunity. You must be enrolled/returning to school after finishing the Summer Student placement.

Skills:

• A demonstrated safety mindset when operating.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Good organizational and administrative skills.

Experience:

• 0-2 years operations/maintenance experience in the oil and gas industry. Preference given to candidates working towards a Power Engineering Certificate.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental safety training and experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the relevant requirements of our Alcohol and Drug Policy which includes pre-employment testing.

Rewards

• Gain high-level experience with the opportunity to take part in meaningful and challenging projects.
• Learn from knowledgeable experts and mentors.
• Develop meaningful relationships with professionals from across Wolf, including other students.

Interested candidates should apply at www.wolfmidstream.com by January 13, 2025. We thank all for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.