Control Technician - Operator - 3rd / 4th Class Power Engineer

Job summary

The Control Technician will operate, monitor, and maintain refinery control instruments and machinery to ensure safe and efficient production. They will also troubleshoot process anomalies, mentor operators, and ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Job details

We've proudly remained a vital employer in Newfoundland and Labrador for the past 30 years. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our business. One of our key strengths as a Company is the diverse range of people we employ, reflecting the range of countries, cultures, and contexts that represent the global nature of our business. Our refinery is a newly repurposed plant in Come by Chance, Newfoundland. The refinery’s strategic location enables us to source low-carbon intensity feedstocks from anywhere in the world while delivering sustainable fuels to low-carbon markets. We are one of the world's most significant renewable fuel production facilities, poised to meet the growing global demand for renewable fuels. Join our highly skilled team and become leaders in a world-class production facility. Control Technician/Power Engineer Are you ready to take your industrial skills to the next level? We are looking for motivated Control Technicians to join our team and play a key role in keeping our refinery operations safe, efficient, and reliable. This is your chance to make an impact, work with cutting-edge technology, and grow your career in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. What You’ll Do: * Operate, monitor, and maintain control instruments and machinery to ensure peak performance. * Respond to emergencies with confidence, following established protocols and procedures. * Collaborate and mentor outside operators, fostering a positive and professional team environment. * Meet production start-up schedules and process specification changes safely and efficiently. * Conduct inspections of critical process points, identifying and resolving anomalies quickly. * Perform troubleshooting, fieldwork, and report issues to shift managers and maintenance engineers. * Record and maintain operational data, test results, and other administrative tasks. * Ensure products meet quality specifications and regulatory standards. * Actively participate in health, safety, and environmental programs, promoting a culture of safety. * Support maintenance activities and take part in continuous learning and training programs. * Take on additional duties that support team and operational success. What We’re Looking For: * 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate is an asset; 4th Class considered. * Minimum 2 years of industrial experience. * Strong understanding of advanced control systems; ABB DCS experience is an asset. * Experience in hydrogen and steam production is a plus. * Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot mechanical and chemical processes. * Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor and train others. * Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and excellence. * Motivated, reliable, and professional with proven leadership and problem-solving skills. * Exemplary record in health, safety, and environmental practices. * Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. * Knowledge of refinery or industrial operations. Physical Requirements: * Regular lifting/moving up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting/moving >50 lbs. * Pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. * Frequent bending, stretching, twisting, standing, walking, and climbing. * Use of hand tools requiring precision and balance; work on ladders/scaffolding. * Exposure to loud noises and potential environmental hazards. Perks & Benefits: * Relocation assistance may be provided for selected candidates. * Comprehensive flexible benefits. * Company pension plan with employer-matched contributions. * TELUS Health virtual healthcare services. * Employee appreciation events. * Complimentary company shuttle from the refinery to St. John’s and back daily. Why You’ll Love Working Here: * Work in our brand-new control room, featuring a state-of-the-art Distributed Control System (DCS) and cutting-edge technology. * Opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career. * Collaborative team culture focused on safety and professional development. * Hands-on experience with advanced industrial technologies. * Meaningful work where your contributions directly impact operations and safety. If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a company that values expertise, mentorship, and safety, apply today! BRAYA is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

What you’ll do

The Control Technician will operate, monitor, and maintain refinery control instruments and machinery to ensure safe and efficient production. They will also troubleshoot process anomalies, mentor operators, and ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of industrial experience and possess a 3rd or 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate. Proficiency in advanced control systems and strong analytical skills for troubleshooting mechanical and chemical processes are required.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance • Comprehensive flexible benefits • Company pension plan • Employer-matched contributions • TELUS Health virtual healthcare services • Employee appreciation events • Complimentary company shuttle

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Power Engineering
• Control Systems
• DCS
• Troubleshooting
• Industrial Operations
• Hydrogen Production
• Steam Production
• Mechanical Processes
• Chemical Processes
• Mentoring
• Safety Compliance
• Data Recording
• Analytical Skills
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• CMMS
• Hand Tools
• Employment Equity
• Working at Heights
• Continuous Development
• 3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate
• Carbon Markets
• Virtual Health
• Administrative Functions
• Chemical Process
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Distributed Control Systems
• Refinery Experience
• Renewable Energy
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Machinery
• Mentorship
• Microsoft Office
• Operational Data Store
• Operations
• Process Specification
• Renewable Fuels
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Environment Health And Safety
• Detail Oriented

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