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Operations Supervisor - Sarnia

Location:

Sarnia, ON, CA

Company: Imperial

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 recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Product Solutions Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Sarnia, ON.

What role you will play in our team

As an Operations Supervisor, you are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Sarnia Manufacturing Site. You provide direct supervision to process technicians, ensuring that daily process safety, health & environment, loss prevention, business controls, quality, reliability and cost objectives are achieved.

What you will do

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for Personnel Safety of all personnel working in the area
Responsible for Process Safety and Environmental performance of designated units
Responsible for effective supervision and management of shift team
Provides visible leadership to team members through a high level of personal ownership and accountability
Ensures Operations Integrity and Reliability requirements and work processes are adhered to
Ensures business controls and quality/ISO system expectations, including training requirements, are adhered to
Responsible for timely incident reporting, with appropriate level of initial investigation
Is the Business Unit management rep on off-shifts
Develops employee capability and participates in competency assessments and gap closure plans
Performs unit walk-throughs
Ensures equipment readiness to support efficient maintenance execution
Participates in daily Business Team meetings
Responsible for Operational Excellence of the area units: delivery of quality production at target rates and prevention of equipment damage by operating in the operating envelope, quality unit monitoring and effective response to abnormal operations
May be required to work a rotating shift position

About you

Skills and Qualifications

Lambton College Chemical Production & Power Engineering Technology (CPET) diploma, or equivalent combination of formal education and directly relevant industry experience
Secondary school diploma or equivalency is mandatory

Preferred Qualifications/ Experience

4th Class or higher Operating Engineer certificate (unless waived by management).
Valid Class G driver's license and satisfactory driving record in the judgement of management.
Able to meet the essential physical demands of the position with reasonable accommodation, for example 12 hour day and night shift work, climbing stairs and ladders, some lifting, etc.
Sound reasoning ability, high level of initiative and motivation, ability to work in a dynamic team environment, with strong interpersonal and time management skills
Comfortable working in an industrial environment where work at heights and in confined spaces will be occasionally required
Prior supervisory leadership experience and labour relations practical knowledge would be a benefit

Start date: May 2025

Location: Sarnia, ON

Your benefits

A company committed to career growth - we recruit those who are interested in a career with Imperial. Our career management process means that you will likely perform a number of unique, challenging roles during your career.
Commitment to safety, ethics & continuous improvement - these standards are the reason Imperial is an industry leader. You will work for a company that upholds safety and ethics ideals and continues to seek out ways to improve.
Exceptional benefits program - includes competitive salary plus savings, pension, and health care plans that you can customize to meet your individual needs. Educational and physical fitness financial assistance programs round out our benefits package.
Competitive vacation package
Successful networking and mentoring programs - enables you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities. These programs also allow you to connect with peers at a similar experience level.
Opportunity to participate in Employee Led Resource Groups: Women’s Interest Network (WIN), Indigenous Network (IN), Black Employee Success Team (BEST), Asian Connection for Excellence (ACE), Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos (GOAL), PRIDE, and the Veterans Advocacy and Support Team (VAST).
Imperial provides comprehensive training and supports employees in continuing their learning, including a commitment to continuous professional development. Successful candidates will leverage their functional knowledge and skill to provide technical leadership and influence the development of the Kearl oil sands mining project.

Other considerations

For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.

Application deadline: April 30, 2025

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

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.

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 shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

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