Lab Technologist - Refinery
Position Purpose
About the Opportunity:
Shell is seeking a Lab Technologist to join their high-performing Laboratory Analysis team at Shell Scotford Refinery. This team member will operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in one of three labs which are Refinery, Chemicals, or Upgrading. This role is also expected to lead by example in the areas of Safety, Product Quality, and Production.
Accountabilities:
Perform a full range of laboratory analyses for product certification, water, and hydrocarbon process sample analysis
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
Maintain instrument quality control to ensure accuracy of results
Communicate daily with control room operators to ensure strong and effective communication between operations and the lab
Demonstrate self-motivation and takes full initiative to support complex issues with samples and instruments
Ensure that inventory and audits are performed such as indicated in the Lab Safety and Quality Manuals
Engage in projects, supporting troubleshooting in the plant and providing solutions
Exhibit a strong sense of ownership, as off-hours response is occasionally required to handle process and product quality issues
Prioritize their own work to help meet department and team objectives
Collaborate in a group of diverse individuals, contributing to a high-performing team
Define, in coordination with team leader, new analysis capabilities
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and in a flexible team environment
Mentor and trains staff and summer students
Adapts to frequent changes in the work schedule to support Production Units’ business needs
Requirements:
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or any other related field, combined with 2 years related industrial lab experience of hands-on laboratory experience with a diverse range of analytical instruments and techniques, including sample preparation and data analysis
Knowledge of sampling techniques and product release requirements
Experience troubleshooting and maintenance in lab equipment ability is required
Strong foundation in Quality Control Principles
Working knowledge of AMS EQP and ISO9001/17025 considered an asset
May be required to fill a reserve worker role
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.