As an Oil Movements Student, you will gain hands-on experience supporting refinery operations in the Oil Movements and Product Loading areas. You will be working alongside experienced professionals in the Wastewater Treatment Unit (WWTU), tank field, and flare area. You'll build practical skills through a mix of field and office work, including environmental monitoring, data analysis, process trending, reporting, and water quality testing.

The Oil Movements and Product Loading teams play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operation of refinery systems. The teams sit within our Refinery Operations business group, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while developing valuable industry experience and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct routine monitoring and inspections of the Wastewater Treatment Unit (WWTU), tank field, and flare area.
- Support environmental compliance activities, including water quality testing and bioassays.
- Collect, analyze, and track operational data to support process performance and improvement initiatives in the Product Loading and Oil Movements areas.
- Prepare monthly reports and maintain accurate operational and environmental records.
- Collaborate with OM and PLA operations to support protected and reliable refinery operations.
- Participate in both field and office-based projects while adhering to all health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Your Skills:

- Safety as-a-way-of-life mindset




- Ability to work within a team environment and meet deadlines
- Problem solving skills to support operational and process improvements.
- An interest and ability to interpret data and identify trends.

- Knowledge of MS Office
- Experience with Excel is an asset
- Willingness to participate in field work in an industrial setting

- Valid Canadian driver’s license

​ Your Experience:

- Currently enrolled in Chemical Engineering completing 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study

What We Offer:

- Professional Development – Student focused learning & development sessions, mentorships and networking events
- Student Benefits – Housing allowance, relocation support, co-op fee reimbursement and parking allowance for qualifying candidates.
- Work Environment – Work at our refinery with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a café
- Wellness Support – With 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Volunteer and donation matching program – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​ Job Requirements - Work Experience

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📌 Oil Movements Engineering Co-op Student (Saint John)
🏢 Irving Oil
📍 Saint John