Description

As of November 1, 2025, Sunoco LP has successfully completed its acquisition of Parkland Corporation. For more information, please visit www.sunocolp.com.

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Competitive Benefits.

Meaningful

Extras.

Unmatched

Value.

- A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go

Salary Range: $135,000 - $165,000/annum The Opportunity: The Lab Supervisor is responsible for managing a team of laboratory technicians, ensuring adequate laboratory capability to meet business, customer, and regulatory needs, and ensuring consistent quality of laboratory data is provided to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

- Lead efforts to ensure the health and safety of personnel working in the Refinery Lab.
- Manage and supervise the team of represented Lab Technicians, including stewarding the application of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and issuing corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards required by applicable regulations and customer requirements.
- Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of laboratory analysis and the effectiveness of services provided to customers and stakeholders.
- Manage all aspects of laboratory staffing and facilitate the selection process for permanent hires, students, and temporary contract personnel.




- Manage and facilitate laboratory equipment reliability, replacement, and upgrade activities.
- Participate in industry networks, as appropriate, to ensure compliance with current standards and regulations, including ASTM and CGSB.
- Serve as the laboratory interface with internal refinery stakeholders, including Operations, Supply, Technical, and IT teams, as well as external auditors.
- Serve as the laboratory interface for department-specific change management initiatives, including changes to work processes and laboratory software.
- Act as the overarching owner of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring procedures are maintained through a review process and employees remain current.
- Prepare and submit annual diesel and fuel sulfur compliance reports as required by governing regulations.

Education

- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or Diploma in Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Process, or related discipline)
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience may also be considered.

Requirements

- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to health and safety, with a proven track record of prioritizing safety in previous roles.
- Ability to lead initiatives through mentoring and coaching within a unionized environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting and support a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written.
- Well organized, with experience planning and conducting meetings, maintaining records and files, and documenting plans and processes.
- Effective time-management skills,



with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Technical knowledge of laboratory equipment, procedures, and product properties is considered an asset. Candidates who do not currently possess this knowledge but have the appropriate technical skills and educational background to learn it quickly will also be considered.

Working Conditions

- General office environment, including prolonged sitting, extended computer use, associated eye strain, deadlines, indoor air quality, temperature variations, and office lighting conditions.
- Shop and warehouse environment, including exposure to loud noise, extreme temperatures, and strong odors.
- Exposure to chemicals, fuels, fumes, and bulk lubricants.

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you? Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required? Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with! We Want You To Shine:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters.

Because You

Do

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.

📌 Refinery Laboratory Supervisor (Burnaby)
🏢 Parkland
📍 Burnaby