Job ID: 3852

Closing Date: 08/21/2026

This position will be in the following location: Joffre Administration – Red Deer, AB Who We Are: At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.

Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. We are seeking an Operations Technicians to join our Polyethylene 1 (PE1) Team, located at our Joffre Site in Central Alberta, near Red Deer.

All levels of experience and ticket levels will be considered. As a member of a plant operations team, you will be supporting the manufacturing process to ensure the safe operation of our facility. As a member of a plant operations team, you will support the manufacturing process to ensure the protected operation of our facility.

This chance will allow you to gain valuable operating experience in operations, directly influencing the company's performance.

You Will Use Your Expertise

To

Safely and reliably operate the process equipment

Prepare equipment for maintenance and safe work permitting

Complete area safety checks and respond to hazards in own area

Provide preventative maintenance of equipment (i.e., rounds and checks, swing pumps)

Monitor, report and initiate corrective actions for plant operation in responsible area

Implement changes to operating parameters to optimize unit performance

Maintain housekeeping standards within the operating unit





Continually progress through the outside operating areas culminating in the operation of a complex DCS panel

Drive operational excellence across PE1 operations by championing a culture of continuous improvement

Mentor and train other Operations Technicians in qualified areas

Participate in team safety meetings, safety audits, follow-ups and in procedure reviews

Support and participate with the Emergency Response Team (ERT) What We Are Looking For:

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Minimum 4th Class ABSA Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency is required

3rd Class ABSA Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency or greater would be considered an asset

Power Engineering Technology Diploma would be considered an asset

Power Engineering operating experience in an industrial plant setting

Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply various acts, codes and regulations appropriate for the position

Effective interpersonal skills, high level of personal motivation and ability to adapt to change

Demonstrated commitment to health, safety and environment (HSE), Responsible Care® and operational safety excellence

Effective communication skills to manage a wide variety of operational priorities and work activities You Can Stand Out If:

You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.

You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.

You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.

You are collaborative, inclusive,



and work well with others towards team goals.

Additional

Information

Relocation will be considered for this position

Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience

This role may require up to 10% travel including occasional ad hoc travel between Canada and the U.S. and internationally based on business needs

This is a 12-hour rotating shift position

Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons

Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders within various levels of the units

Overtime and callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license and be able to travel between Canada and the U.S. and/or internationally without restriction

This posting is for an existing vacancy Why NOVA Chemicals? NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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📌 Operations Technician (Red Deer)
🏢 NOVA Chemicals
📍 Red Deer