Job Grade: LNG SG 4F

Contact : Wesley Wheat

Must have your Production Supervisor's or Managers approval to apply.

Closing: June 14, 2025

There’s never been a better time to be working with LNG Canada.

Why? We are Canada’s first liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility, underpinned by safety, continuous improvement, quality execution, ethics, and compliance. Our facility will provide the world with lower carbon, made-in B.C. LNG.

This is your opportunity to be part of history, in an environment that will challenge you to apply all your skills, and where you can learn with a diverse team of highly experienced industry professionals and mentors.

With gratitude and respect LNG Canada acknowledges our facility and will be operated in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation. We also gratefully acknowledge the First Nations in our project area and along our shipping route.

LNG Canada maintains a healthy, respectful, and safe environment for all our employees, contractors, partners, and communities. Protecting our people, community and our operations is our top priority. We're proud to be the catalyst for a thriving new energy sector, which sets the benchmark for economically, environmentally, and socially responsible LNG production.

Our Vision: To be the leading LNG export company in British Columbia and the world.

Our Mission: To set the benchmark for economically, environmentally, and socially responsible LNG development in Canada.

Our Values: Respect, collaboration, integrity, and safety.

Come join the team making Canadian history!

About the Role

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Production Team Lead (PTL) for process area is responsible for safe and reliable operation of the LNG trains and has overall responsibility for process safety, personal safety, environmental performance, adherence to production targets, and shift team management in process area.

The process trains make up LNG Canada’s main cryogenic process containing 4 aero derivative turbines driving 4 multistage centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, high energy multi-stage pumps. Heat exchangers, vessels, and all associated auxiliary equipment.

To succeed with us in Production Department, we need your enthusiasm to:

• Demonstrate a relentless commitment towards personal and process safety

• Be curious and passionate about raising the bar every day to preserve and improve long term asset value

• Pride and care when dealing with people, your work, and know that every day, you have an impact on safety, your community and environment.

• Display a strong positive attitude to manage change and improvement in our dynamic processes, ways of working and our overall performance as we evolve into a fully operating asset post CSURU (Commissioning, startup and ramp up).

• Utilize flexible innovative thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills

• Develop strong working relationships within and outside your team, stakeholders to boost co-operation and a One Team approach transcending into multi-disciplinary delivery.

• Drive knowledge sharing, mentoring, and coaching to accelerate team competence.

You will use your expertise to:

During commissioning and start-up Phase (including asset owner readiness activities, commissioning, start up and ramp up):

• Lead and/or contribute to operations readiness delivery for Train #2:

  • Review operations procedures and work instructions
  • Imbed ESP process and tools
  • Ensure competence and compliance to PtW work process

• Back up for Production Supervisor responsibilities during early operation period on as needed basis

In the operating Unit (Train #1)

Production Assurance:

• Form shift leadership team with Production Supervisor and Common Facilities PTL

• Lead the shift team of panel and field operators to ensure that LNG train operate within the safe limits all the time and produce LNG and condensate on spec and as per production plan

• Act as the subject matter expert on LNG process and process area operations within the shift and provide help in troubleshooting and optimization of the process

• Verify and assure routine and proactive monitoring tasks conducted by control room operators and field operators of their area, ensure exceedances are acted upon by the shift team or suitably escalated

• Jointly lead the shift team meeting and ensure the daily production and activity plan for the process area and daily tasks are clear to the team

• Verify the end of shift report input made by panel and field operators to ensure high quality shift report and effective shift handover

• Ensure alignment between process and common facilities PTL’s to make certain that the shift activities are in line with the overall plan for the day and SIMOPS risks to the production plan are minimized

• Deliver the daily operatiing instructions and where not able provide clear explanation.

People and Development:

• Accountable to ensure that shift teams are managed in accordance with applicable LNG Canada Human Resources policies

• Accountable for ensuring individual training plans for team members are followed and deviations from plan are followed up on with training department

• Provide regular performance feedback to shift team members and initiate performance improvement process to address performance issues and ensure consequence management is delivered promplty, consistenly and appropiately for all underperformance and non-compliance

• Ensure recognition program is in place, is sustainable and is utilized to positively influence individual performance

• Execute cross discipline activities and instill a cross-discipline culture in the operations shift team. The discipline activities will include electrical, instrument, mechanical, rotating and civil activities amongst others. The workscope will include as a minimum electrical isolation, instrument isolation and mechanical isolation next to core preventative and corrective maintenance work scope

• Ensure development needs of all members of their team are addressed and competence requirements are kept up to date

• Manage the well being of their production team members and address all people issues such as leave and overtime etc. effectively

• Ensure Operations and Maintenance multiskilling capabilities are developed in partnership with Training and Learning departments

• Support the development of digitization as a way of working within the Production organization and use influencing skills to drive the use of digital tools

• Model inclusive collaboration skills at all times to foster a “one site” team across all disciplines, cultures and skill levels ensuring all are heard, understood and valued

HSSE and Process Safety:

• Ensure all safety incidents and trip events within the shift are duly reported through LNGC incident management system, and recorded in the shift log and preliminary 5-why analysis is completed to ensure high quality reporting

• Ensure all reporting on environmental compliance targets for air, water and land.

• Review, challenge, understand and when appropriate, approve any alarms which are shelved and any overrides on safeguarding systems or safety critical equipment as per LNG Canada procedures

• Ensure that operations procedures and safe work practices (both personal and process safety) are continuously improved by incorporating field experience after every use

• Ensure all necessary permits for upcoming activities in their area are prepared in time and are high quality

• Review and approve PtW as per with LNG Canada PtW Manual

• Lead by example by demonstrating excellent HSE and ESP compliance behaviours and ensure MOC process is followed in case of an exception or deviation

• Instil a high situational awareness and safety culture in the shift staff by ensuring the use of the HSE case, up-to-date isolation records, override registers, temporary plant change register, PTW compliance, valve locks compliance and job safety analysis etc.

• Ensure that all necessary consumables of their production area such as hoses, chemicals, emergecy response equipment, spill kit etc. are adequate at all times and are fit for service

• Ensure all operational tools and equipment such as field tools, handheld devices, radios, PPEs etc. for their team are fit for service at all times

• In case of an emergency, lead the first intervention team in the field in line with LNG Canada ER Manual

To be successful, you will have:

Leadership Capabilities

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills that inspire and energize people and create a clear sense of direction and priorities

• Ability to positively influence people, effectively drive work processes and ensure compliance with policies

• Ability to drive execution and stretch the performance of people with a wide range of capabilities

• Comfortable with change and ambiguity such that informed decisions are made without undue delay

• Courage to hold strong to views when challenging current practices to encourage exploration of new ideas that drive improvement, i.e., Digitization

• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to Diversity and Inclusion through collaboration across functional and cultural boundaries

• Develop the capabilities of others through coaching, mentoring and providing growth opportunities that help people build their careers

• Leads, coaches and mentors multi-level skill team

• 15+ years experience at the front line operations in Gas Processing, LNG or Refining including several years of shift leadership experience

• Minimum Class 4 Power Engineer Certification

• Experience in CSU phase large Turnarounds, Large/Mega Projects

• Previous experience in similar role, especially in LNG or large scale refinery/manufacturing complex will be advantageous

• Physical fitness for sustained field work (including but not limited to) confined space entry, climbing ladders, working at elevated platforms and structures etc.

• Ability to keep calm under pressure, with an aptitude for troubleshooting issues and tracking down resources

• The incumbent needs to be a positive, open minded person with a ‘can-do’ attitude, perserverance to deliver, resilience to combat difficulties and challenges, ability to make practical ALARP decisions and deliver safe and compliant operations through the teamGood computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills

• Strong personal commitment to personal and process safety

• Good organization and task management skills

This role requires that you:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)

• Live in the beautiful District of Stikine (Kitimat/Terrace). For applicants located outside of the region, this role will result in temporarily relocating to Kitimat, in which accommodations will be provided by LNG Canada. You are encouraged to explore what Kitimat has to offer in terms of lifestyle including schooling, local amenities, outdoor adventure, and housing, to ensure Kitimat is where you would like to call your new home.

• Are willing to comply with LNGC’s drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.

• Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, and Pre-Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.

• Know that during Campaign Maintenance and Turnaround events will require additional effort including longer hours and shift work

• May act as back up for Production Supervisor when needed

• Up to 15 direct reports including panel operators, field operators and specialist contractor staff on shift.

• Are willing to work outdoors during inclement weather in all seasons including heavy snowfall and periods of heavy rain.

• Can climb ladders and stairs, work at heights and in confined spaces. Plant design conditions provide structures that are significantly taller than common in industry, individuals must be comfortable with heights

• Can work wearing a respirator or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

• Have a Valid Driver’s license

• Know that this is not a fly-in, fly-out rotation role.

• This is a ROTATING Shift role.

• Target to start date is September 2, 2025.

We Offer:

• A Comprehensive LNG Canada relocation package (if required)
• A full suite of benefits including a flexible Medical and Health plan.
• A Defined Contribution Pension plan with a matching program
• A competitive vacation offering to ensure a work life balance.
• More information below about Kitimat

About Us

LNG Canada is a joint venture comprised of Shell Canada Energy (40%) and affiliates of Petronas (25%) PetroChina (15%), Mitsubishi Corporation (15%) and Korea Gas Corporation (5%). The joint venture is building a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility in Kitimat, British Columbia.

LNG Canada sets out to be a company of choice for British Columbia and Canada. Safety, shared economic value, environmental performance and social performance are our highest priorities. We have partnered with governments, local communities, and First Nations to maximize shared value.

Do you have a desire to learn and become part of an organization with a supportive and collaborative culture? Concerned you don’t meet every job requirement? Studies show diverse candidates are less likely to apply unless they feel they meet every single qualification. LNG Canada hires for character and trains for skill. We’re dedicated to attracting a diverse and inclusive workforce, representing the communities in which we live and work. We encourage you to apply today.