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Overview

S2F Global is seeking experienced Oil Refinery Operators for contract operations with major refining and petrochemical clients in Canada, USA and International locations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Complete training in field operations for an assigned unit, with additional board training for candidates who have prior board experience.
- Perform field rounds to monitor equipment and process conditions, reporting abnormal conditions to the board.
- Start up, shut down, and adjust pumps, compressors, heaters, exchangers, and other process equipment.
- Collect process samples and record field readings accurately.
- Prepare equipment for maintenance through isolations, draining, purging, and lock-out/tag-out, and return equipment to service.
- Work within the site permit-to-work system, ensuring safe conditions for maintenance and contractor crews.
- Respond to alarms, process upsets, and emergencies, taking corrective action within safe operating limits and following site procedures.
- Make process adjustments to meet production targets and product specifications.
- Coordinate start-ups, shutdowns, and transitions with field personnel and adjacent units.
- Operate various refining units across the facilities
- Maintain accurate logs and complete thorough shift handovers.
- Follow Life-Saving Rules and Process Safety Fundamentals, and support the site’s safety commitment.
- Comply with site security protocols and all safety-sensitive requirements, including fitness for work and drug and alcohol standards.

Required Qualifications:





- Minimum 5 years of refinery or petrochemical operations experience (experience on a specific technology is not required).
- High school diploma or equivalent; a diploma in Process Operations, Chemical Technology, or Power Engineering Technology is an asset.
- Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
- Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing and a fitness-for-work assessment, as all positions are safety sensitive.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and site security screening.
- Willingness to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
- Availability for the full training period and flexibility to deploy on short notice.
- Willingness to travel and live in Ontario for the training period and a deployment of up to six months.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
- Ability to be clean-shaven and pass a respirator fit test.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including climbing ladders and towers, working at heights and in confined spaces, lifting, and working outdoors in all weather while wearing full PPE.
- Current safety certifications, such as H2S Alive,



Standard First Aid with CPR, WHMIS, and Fall Protection, or willingness to obtain them before mobilization.
- Strong English communication skills, both radio and written.
- Basic computer skills for computer-based training, electronic logs, and permit systems.

Ready to make an impact? If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, we'd love to connect and discuss how this opportunity can support your next career move. Apply today.

Why Work with S2F Global?

S2F Global is a specialized workforce solutions partner serving the Oil & Gas, Mining, Industrial, and Infrastructure sectors across Canada and the United States. We connect skilled professionals with industry-leading operators, EPCs, and project teams across engineering, project controls, construction, commissioning, start-up, operations, and maintenance. With over 180+ years of combined leadership experience and a track record supporting 1,300+ projects, we understand the technical expertise required to deliver complex capital projects and critical operations safely and successfully. Our team is particularly recognized for sourcing hard-to-find talent across commissioning, start-up, turnaround, project execution, and operational leadership roles. Whether you're pursuing your next challenge or your next career move, we're committed to providing a qualified, transparent, and relationship-driven recruitment experience.

Connecting proven professionals with transformational projects across North America.

📌 Oil Refinery Operator (Calgary)
🏢 S2F Global
📍 Calgary