Posted 26 days ago
Plant Operator
@ NES Fircroft
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
NES Fircroft is hiring a Plant Operator on a long-term contract for an oil and gas client near Spirit River, Alberta. The work involves operating, monitoring and maintaining gas plant equipment on a rotating shift schedule, with 5+ years of gas plant experience required (10+ preferred).
Responsibilities:
- Operate, monitor and maintain plant equipment and systems
- Perform routine inspections and monitor process parameters
- Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions
- Complete logs, shift reports and documentation
- Provide detailed shift handovers
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years gas plant operating experience (10+ preferred)
- Minimum 4th Class Power Engineer
- Comfortable with rotating shift schedule
- Live within driving distance of Spirit River, Alberta
- Legal authorization to work in Canada
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Schedule | day, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | 4th Class Power Engineer |
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NES Fircroft
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
Plant Operator
Employment Type: Contract
Experience Required: Minimum 5+ years (10+ years preferred)
Schedule: Rotational shift schedule (please see below)
The position follows the following rotating schedule:
- 7 consecutive night shifts
- 4 days off
- 4 consecutive day shifts
- 7 days off
- 3 consecutive day shifts
- 3 days off
Candidates must be comfortable working this rotation.
Location: Must reside within driving distance of Spirit River Alberta
Camp Accommodation is not provided
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our Oil and Gas client's contract team on a long-term contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant operations, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment.
This opportunity is best suited for an experienced operator who can work independently, troubleshoot operational issues, and contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment and systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Perform routine plant inspections and monitor operating conditions, equipment performance, and process parameters.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment malfunctions or process irregularities.
- Follow all safety procedures, operating standards, and environmental regulations.
- Complete operational logs, shift reports, and required documentation accurately.
- Communicate effectively with team members and provide detailed shift handovers.
- Assist with routine maintenance activities and coordinate with maintenance personnel as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant gas plant operating experience, with 10+ years strongly preferred.
- Minimum 4th Class Power Engineer
- Demonstrated knowledge of plant operations, equipment, and industrial safety procedures.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness and ability to work the required rotating shift schedule.
- Must live within reasonable driving distance of the worksite, as camp accommodation is not available.
- Must have current legal authorization to work in Canada. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Important Information
Please note that camp accommodations and immigration sponsorship are not provided. Applicants must be able to commute to and from the site and must already possess valid authorization to work in Canada.
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