Chief Operating Engineer

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Air Liquide is hiring for a  Chief Operating Engineer  position in Hamilton.

At Air Liquide Canada, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

Why Join Us?
We are looking for you!

Collaborative work team

Competitive compensation ($110k to $120k/year + bonus)

Attractive pension plan

Comprehensive benefits available on the 1st day of employment!

Ultra-safe work environment

Recruiter:
Stéphanie Reid /  /

Position Overview
The primary objective and goal of this position is to lead, support and help fulfill regulatory requirements for the Operation team of Hamilton air separation and hydrogen production units. The role will be responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability and efficiency of production equipment, and actively drive and monitor the training and growth of operating staff up to 10.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the safe and efficient operation of boilers, pressure vessels, reciprocating compressors, and packaged refrigeration systems as per relevant codes and regulations.

Work with the facility Production Manager to implement daily/weekly/monthly production plans, and establish production standards and controls that aid the Operation and Maintenance teams in ensuring safe and efficient operation of production units.

Apply theoretical and practical knowledge of operations, corrective and preventative maintenance strategies, and troubleshooting to support continuous operation and improvements.

Actively promote that all standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety and quality plans are respected and followed. Work with all stakeholders to develop new and/or revise existing SOPs, and be responsible for rolling out and maintaining training plans.

Provide training and coaching for the members of the Operations team to ensure that objectives are attained; develop technical training plans for the group concerned and ensure that they are implemented.

Conduct performance reviews of the team members and give them feedback.

Support the development of turnaround (TAR) shutdown and start‑up plans, and abnormal operating condition production plans to ensure product quality and throughput.

Improve and promote product quality and occupational health and safety principles; actively display and encourage safe behavior, knowing and respecting all procedures provided in the ALMS (Air Liquide Management System).

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma required;
College/university degree preferred.

7+ years of experience.

Valid 3rd class operating engineer's license with the TSSA.

Availability to work as required, including weekends, public holidays, nights, and being on call for emergencies.

Technical and working understanding of Air Liquide's operation processes; ability to read key operating documents and troubleshoot production problems.

Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively, and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success, and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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