Lubricants Technical Advisor – Mining

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Calgary - Canada

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Posted on: 3 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Alberta Canada


Job Family Group:

Sales & Marketing


Worker Type:

Regular


Posting Start Date:

May 4 2026


Business Unit:

Downstream and Renewables


Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals


Job Description:

Whats the role

Shell Canada is seeking for a Lubricants Technical Advisor Mining (also known as Senior Technical Advisor - Mining internally). This role is exclusively dedicated to supporting the oil sands business. The ideal candidate would be based in Fort McMurray; however candidates located elsewhere in Alberta will also be considered.

The Lubricants Technical Advisor Mining provides expert guidance on lubricant applications performance optimization and equipment reliability. The role offers onsite support to maintenance and reliability teams with a focus on troubleshooting inspection services identifying costreduction opportunities and enhancing asset performance through valueimprovement initiatives. This is a remote role meaning you will work from a home office when not in the field with frequent business travel (5060%) to Fort McMurray AB to perform fieldbased technical activities while engaging with Shells Platinum oil sands customer.

You collaborate closely with Shells sales teams and customers to:

  • Deliver tailored technical advice and product recommendations

  • Troubleshoot complex lubrication challenges in the field

  • Demonstrate the commercial and operational value of Shells lubricant solutions

  • Support the deployment of new technologies and services that enhance customer performance

Accountabilities:

  • Serve as the dedicated technical contact for a major oil sands mining customer

  • Provide front-line technical support including problem-solving application advice and troubleshooting

  • Lead lubricant specification and application support for oil sands mining fleets and fixedplant assets ensuring compliance with OEM requirements

  • Conduct lubrication assessments and surveys identify rationalization opportunities and lead field trials

  • Support maintenance and reliability teams with on-site inspections and value-driven improvement projects

  • Offer specialized expertise in automated lubrication systems and open gear lubrication.

  • Perform operational and shutdown inspections of critical mining equipment using diagnostic tools and techniques to advance reliability objectives

  • Deliver technical training to build product and application knowledge

  • Provide guidance on HSSE occupational health and product handling/disposal best practices ensuring compliance with relevant local legislation

  • Escalate complex technical challenges to the Team Lead or the Product Application Specialist collaborating on resolution

  • Utilize sales tools and standardized documentation templates in alignment with global standards to deliver Value-Led outcomes

  • Consistently act in accordance with Shells Global Business Principles Code of Conduct and HSSE standards and policies

What you bring

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

  • A Bachelors degree in Mechanical Petroleum or Chemical Engineering or a diploma in Technology with a specialization in Industrial Heavy Equipment Materials Mechanical Petroleum or Chemical fields or in any other related technical discipline

  • Professional certifications: Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLT) Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) and/or Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic are highly valued

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in lubricants and their applications in mining/heavy construction

  • Experience in a customer-facing or technical sales support role is preferred

  • Extensive knowledge in mining heavy construction or related industries with hands-on mechanical aptitude and strong critical thinking skills

  • Must be willing and able to travel 5060%

  • Must have a valid drivers license

  • Fluency in English

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 & those 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.

After you submit your application you will receive an email providing a link to an online assessment that is a mandatory part of the process and must be successfully completed within 3 days of receiving the initial assessment invite. The email will come from HireVue - please check your spam/junk mailbox if you do not see the email. Once completed your application will be reviewed to determine the next steps. Thank you for your interest in Shell.

What we offer

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 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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