Process Operator

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Sarnia - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ontario Canada


Job Family Group:

Production and Manufacturing Downstream


Worker Type:

Regular


Posting Start Date:

May 21 2026


Business Unit:


Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals


Job Description:

Whats the role

The Shell Sarnia Refinery Manufacturing team is seeking a Process Operator to join the team in Sarnia Refinery. As the Process Operator you will be part of a team that is tasked with the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of our assets. You will also have the opportunity to progress in an environment that encourages both personal and professional development and be part of some of the most ground-breaking projects anywhere in the industry.

Accountabilities:

  • Ensuring that plant operations are conducted in a safe manner and that all safety and environmental regulations are followed

  • Monitor unit operations and troubleshoot process problems

  • Execute unit objectives and tasks for the shift to meet the overall production and budget goals

  • Make sound decisions based on Safe Work Practices Policies and Operating Procedures

  • Participate actively and constructively in team meetings safety meetings inspections and high potential pre-job safety meetings (Critical Task Analysis)

  • Permit work in area of control following standards policies and procedures for the execution of safe work

  • Complete unit HSSE and Process Safety checks

  • Work with Maintenance and Engineering colleagues for the execution of various maintenance tasks

  • Safely lock-out and isolate equipment as required for repair or maintenance activities

  • Perform routine rounds in the plant to observe and verify equipment status and overall plant conditions

  • Enter clear and complete work orders for execution of tasks by Maintenance

  • Perform housekeeping duties as necessary on and around equipment process area and control room; keeping equipment and plant site clean

  • Perform various sampling and testing tasks based on unit needs

  • Identify opportunities for optimization and/or improvement in area of control

  • Adhere to Respectful Workplace Policies

  • The role is expected to be part of the Emergency Response Team

What you bring

  • Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

  • Must be a Chemical Production Engineering Program (CPET) or CPTN graduate or equivalent of 5 years experience in process operations

  • Must have 4th class Technical Standards & Safety Authority ticket

  • Must possess a valid Class G Drivers license

  • Technical competence understanding of process units and work processes with the ability to operate complex process control loops

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both oral and written

  • Must have good time management oral communication and report writing skills

  • MS office computer software knowledge

  • Basic computer literacy

  • Using safe lifting techniques able to lift and carry 20 kg from ground to waist level

  • Ability to work safely wearing a respirator or Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

  • Willing to participate on an emergency response team including Fire Fighting Training

  • Willing to comply with Shells drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures

  • Willing to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment

  • Have good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting abilities

  • Willing to work overtime shifts willing to work nights weekends and holidays as per the rotating shift schedule

  • Willing to work outdoors in inclement weather

  • Able to climb ladders and stairs work at heights and in confined spaces

If you dont see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable inclusive and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities sexual orientations and life experiences to apply.

What we offer

The hourly rate for this role is $44.40. Individual pay will be based on various factors such as relevant work experience education certifications skill level seniority and internal equity.

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented committed people in an innovative work environment. Youll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty integrity and respect for one another. Youll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

  • Progress as a person as we work on innovative projects together

  • Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead

  • Work at the forefront of technology trends and practices

  • Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise

  • Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself

  • Benefit from flexible working hours and the possibility of remote/mobile working

  • Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase; our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world

  • Take advantage of paid parental leave including for non-birthing parents

  • Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world

  • We strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities sexual orientation and life experiences to apply

  • Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams

  • Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs

Wed like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the worlds most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how were working towards that goal click here.

Shell in Canada

Shell Canada is part of a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with an average of 92000 employees in more than 70 countries and has been operating in Canada since 1911.

Shell Canada is one of the few truly integrated energy companies in Canada with all of Shells global businesses represented including upstream integrated gas downstream and renewables and energy solutions. That means we do everything from exploration gas production refining and manufacturing to providing fuels and developing energy solutions for our customers.

At a glance our businesses and projects in Canada include:

  • Joint Venture Partner (40%) with LNG Canada which will export Canadian natural gas to Asian markets

  • Shale gas and liquids assets in Alberta and British Columbia

  • A network of 1400 retail stations across Canada

  • The Scotford Complex in Alberta includes an upgrader chemicals plant and is home to the Quest carbon capture and storage facility

  • The Sarnia Manufacturing Centre refinery in Ontario

  • Investments in renewables and energy solutions including EV charging hydrogen and biofuels

  • 15 Shell-owned distribution terminals three of which have marine operations

  • Shell Aviation Canada delivers across a network of 27 airport fixed-based operations and airport consortiums from coast to coast. Shell Aviation provides 1.7 billion litersof high-quality fuel annually in Canada and offers reliable and safe into-plane delivery

  • Strong Sulphur and Lubricants businesses as well as an innovative Supply and Trading business

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