Relief Shift Engineer (BRDP)
About the role
Staff - Union
Job Category
IUOE 115
Job Profile
IUOE - Relief Shift Team Leader (EWS)
Job Title
Relief Shift Engineer (BRDP)
Department
Bioenergy Centre
Compensation Range
$7,263.00 - $7,263.00 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
March 19, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Ongoing
Job Description Summary
UBC Energy and Water Services oversees the overall management of energy and water at the UBC Vancouver Campus, working within a mandate of fiscal efficiency, operational excellence, environmental sustainability and innovative demonstrations. Under the direction of Chief Engineer Operations Manager Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer, the Shift Engineer is directly responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, service and repair of all equipment and process systems in BRDP plant. In this which include fuel material handling systems, syngas gasification and conditioning systems, combustions and process controls, boiler generation cycle, power generation through internal combustion engine and power synchronization, ash handling and disposal, compresses gas systems, hydraulic systems, water treatment systems, flue gas conditioning and emission control. Is directly responsible for the supervision of UBC and contractor personnel, working in the plant building. In the absence of the BRDP Shift Engineer or the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer is required to exercise responsibility and duties as BRDP Shift Engineer or acting BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer. May be required to acknowledge site wide campus building alarms using the Building Management System.
Organizational Status
Works under the direction of the Chief Engineer Operations Manager Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Work Performed
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Under the supervision of the BRDP Shift Engineer.
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Performs scheduled preventive maintenance of the BRDP plant and maintains all records as required.
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Perform shutdown maintenance of all aspects of BRDP plant as required.
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Assists in the daily routine operation as required.
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Performs housekeeping of BRDP plant as required.
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Assists in the preparation for the preparation and safe start-up and shutdown, lockout of all BRDP equipment related for maintenance or repair related to the operation.
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Keeps inventory of plant maintenance supplies.
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Reporting operating and maintenance conditions outside regular parameters in the plant to their BRDP Shift Engineer and relieving Shift Engineer.
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Communicates and responds to emails sent by BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer Operations Manager.
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May be required to trouble shoot all process and instrumentation control pertaining to the operation of the BRDP plant.
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Confined space entry as required.
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Attend all training sessions as required.
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Completes and maintains all safety and maintenance related logs.
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Using a PC, prepares, updates and comments on Standard Operating Procedures as requested by the Chief Engineer Operations Manager and Assistant Chief Engineer.
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May be required to perform additional duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the classification.
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Ability to work independently. Requires good communication skills.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Relative to duties described above.
Supervision Received
Works under the direction of the Chief Engineer Operations Manager, Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Supervision Given
In the absence of the BRDP Shift Engineer or the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer is required to exercise responsibility and duties as BRDP Shift Engineer or acting BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Preferred Qualifications
BC Third Class Power Engineer.Minimum 1 year experience in operating in a high pressure power generating steam plant with an industrial process. Experience desired in solid fuel handling systems, electrical power generation and distributed control systems (DCS). Ability in mechanical and instrumentation skills related to plant maintenance is preferred. Ability in the use of Windows based and Microsoft Office software.
About Us
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.
Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at
workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca
.
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Relief Shift Engineer (BRDP)
About the role
Staff - Union
Job Category
IUOE 115
Job Profile
IUOE - Relief Shift Team Leader (EWS)
Job Title
Relief Shift Engineer (BRDP)
Department
Bioenergy Centre
Compensation Range
$7,263.00 - $7,263.00 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
March 19, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Ongoing
Job Description Summary
UBC Energy and Water Services oversees the overall management of energy and water at the UBC Vancouver Campus, working within a mandate of fiscal efficiency, operational excellence, environmental sustainability and innovative demonstrations. Under the direction of Chief Engineer Operations Manager Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer, the Shift Engineer is directly responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, service and repair of all equipment and process systems in BRDP plant. In this which include fuel material handling systems, syngas gasification and conditioning systems, combustions and process controls, boiler generation cycle, power generation through internal combustion engine and power synchronization, ash handling and disposal, compresses gas systems, hydraulic systems, water treatment systems, flue gas conditioning and emission control. Is directly responsible for the supervision of UBC and contractor personnel, working in the plant building. In the absence of the BRDP Shift Engineer or the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer is required to exercise responsibility and duties as BRDP Shift Engineer or acting BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer. May be required to acknowledge site wide campus building alarms using the Building Management System.
Organizational Status
Works under the direction of the Chief Engineer Operations Manager Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Work Performed
-
Under the supervision of the BRDP Shift Engineer.
-
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance of the BRDP plant and maintains all records as required.
-
Perform shutdown maintenance of all aspects of BRDP plant as required.
-
Assists in the daily routine operation as required.
-
Performs housekeeping of BRDP plant as required.
-
Assists in the preparation for the preparation and safe start-up and shutdown, lockout of all BRDP equipment related for maintenance or repair related to the operation.
-
Keeps inventory of plant maintenance supplies.
-
Reporting operating and maintenance conditions outside regular parameters in the plant to their BRDP Shift Engineer and relieving Shift Engineer.
-
Communicates and responds to emails sent by BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer Operations Manager.
-
May be required to trouble shoot all process and instrumentation control pertaining to the operation of the BRDP plant.
-
Confined space entry as required.
-
Attend all training sessions as required.
-
Completes and maintains all safety and maintenance related logs.
-
Using a PC, prepares, updates and comments on Standard Operating Procedures as requested by the Chief Engineer Operations Manager and Assistant Chief Engineer.
-
May be required to perform additional duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the classification.
-
Ability to work independently. Requires good communication skills.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Relative to duties described above.
Supervision Received
Works under the direction of the Chief Engineer Operations Manager, Engineering and Utilities and the supervision of the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Supervision Given
In the absence of the BRDP Shift Engineer or the BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer is required to exercise responsibility and duties as BRDP Shift Engineer or acting BRDP Assistant Chief Engineer.
Preferred Qualifications
BC Third Class Power Engineer.Minimum 1 year experience in operating in a high pressure power generating steam plant with an industrial process. Experience desired in solid fuel handling systems, electrical power generation and distributed control systems (DCS). Ability in mechanical and instrumentation skills related to plant maintenance is preferred. Ability in the use of Windows based and Microsoft Office software.
About Us
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.
Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at
workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca
.