Plant Operator - Cold Lake

Join to apply for the Plant Operator - Cold Lake role at Imperial Oil

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net‑zero future. Imperial recognises the importance of advancing climate solutions in our operations and providing lower life‑cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a diverse workforce, proud of what we do and who we are.

The success of our upstream, downstream, chemical, and corporate divisions comes from our people’s talent, curiosity, and drive. They bring solutions daily to optimise our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants, and lower‑emission technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so all can bring their full selves to work, regardless of identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

As an integrated company, we offer a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities throughout your tenure with us. Bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Upstream Department at Imperial, with more than 140 years of history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ employees. Our offices are located in Cold Lake, Alberta.

What Role You Will Play In Our Team

A Plant Operator opportunity is available at Imperial’s Cold Lake, Alberta location. Cold Lake is located about 294 km northeast of Edmonton, 170 km north of Lloydminster, and 588 km northeast of Calgary. The area offers major amenities without crowds and traffic, world‑class recreational facilities and numerous outdoor activities. This is NOT a fly‑in / out opportunity and camp is not provided. Relocation to the Cold Lake area is required.

As an initial assignment you will train as a member of our operating staff to gain practical hands‑on experience with operating and safety procedures. On‑the‑job experience will be supplemented by additional related formal training. You will work in a heavy oil plant environment and be required to work on your own without direct supervision following the initial training period.

After becoming competent and reaching career level, you may have the opportunity to move into more technical roles such as Control Room Operator, Shift Engineer, Plant Shift Supervisor, Operations Specialist or Safety / Health / Environment Lead.

What You Will Do

• Understand and abide by all safety rules and standards, report hazards, and hold responsibility for the safe operation of assigned facilities, tools and company vehicles.
• Comply with applicable government regulations, e.g., Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
• Participate in safety programmes and attend training sessions, completing self‑development courses.
• Operate process, water reuse and steam units, including process equipment, steam generators, water treatment facilities, compressors, pumps, treaters and utilities.
• Make process changes to ensure quality control of end products.
• Work in a crew environment to manage activities involved with field gate, all plant units or sulphur recovery operations.
• Participate as a team member to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
• Surveil equipment such as compressors, pumps and treaters.
• Safely perform physical tasks, e.g., moving drums of chemicals, lifting, climbing ladders.
• Perform minor maintenance and plant housekeeping.

About You

Skills and Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

Start date : May 2026

Location : Cold Lake, AB

Your Benefits

Other Considerations

Application deadline : April 30 2026

Stay Connected with Us

Learn more at our website .

Follow us on Twitter .

Follow us on LinkedIn .

Like us on Cold Lake Facebook .

Subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to equitable treatment and equal opportunity for all and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business respecting the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop, and operate, we engage Indigenous communities in open consultation and strive to build meaningful relationships of trust and respect. Please see our Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines for more information.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at recruit.services.ca@exxonmobil.com.

Eligibility to work in Canada : All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full‑time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility must be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, citizenship certificate, permanent residence certificate, open work permit or receipt of a post‑graduate work permit application. Proof of eligibility must be current and valid. Failure to provide proof at least six weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer being rescinded.

Job ID : 82271

Seniority Level

Employment Type

Job Function

Industries

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Imperial Oil by 2x.

Get notified about new Plant Operator jobs in Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr