The Asset:
The Karr Gas Plant is a key component of CSV Midstream’s gas processing network, strategically located approximately 70 km south of Grande Prairie. The facility supports regional natural gas production through safe, efficient, and reliable processing operations. The plant plays an important role in maximizing product recovery and ensuring environmental and regulatory compliance while supporting the long-term growth of CSV’s infrastructure platform in Alberta.
Overview:
The Maintenance Planner is responsible for developing and managing maintenance programs and plans to ensure the efficient and effective operation of equipment and facilities at the Karr gas processing plant. This role involves coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities, managing work order and maintenance tracking systems, establishing survey and inspection programs, and optimizing the utilization of maintenance resources. The Maintenance Planner also plays a key role in supporting turnaround activities, preparing maintenance budgets, monitoring costs, procurement, and providing regular reporting to operations management and procurement staff.
Please note that this is not a camp position. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Grande Prairie if not already living in the area.
Key Accountabilities:
The Maintenance Planner / Scheduler will be accountable for the following:
- Develop and implement maintenance programs and plans for preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
- Manage the work order and maintenance tracking systems to ensure accurate recording and tracking of maintenance activities.
- Establish survey and inspection programs to identify maintenance requirements and prioritize work orders.
- Maximize the utilization of maintenance resources, including labor, equipment, and spare parts.
- Develop and implement a spare parts strategy to ensure availability and timely replenishment of critical components.
- Ensure timely resolution of warranty issues with equipment suppliers and manufacturers.
- Participate in the preparation of the maintenance budget, providing cost estimates for projects and monitoring costs against budget.
- Support turnaround activities by assisting in the development of critical path plans and budgets.
- Provide information for weekly and monthly reporting requirements, including maintenance performance metrics and key performance indicators.
- Maintain ongoing communication with operations management and procurement staff to coordinate maintenance activities and address any issues or concerns.
- Schedule and assign Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Work Orders (in house or 3rd party) based on priority set by operations.
- Work Order Closures - ensure calibration certifications and reports, Quality Control/Quality Assurance packages, Replace In Kind (RIK), Redlines etc. are correctly filed with completed Work Orders and Management of Changes.
- Create Preventative Maintenance based on regulatory and maintenance requirements.
- Responsible for data management for surface equipment (with the assistance of administration) including Material Transfers.
- Assist with Turnaround planning activities.
- Responsible to track all Corrective Work Orders that will require Turnaround or Outage.
- Manage the 5-year outlook for major overhauls of compressors, motors, and pumps.
- Coordinate with Engineers, Leads and Foreman to assist in executing Management of Change work.
- Schedule and assign Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Work Orders (in house or 3rd party) based on priority set by operations.
- Provide Management with guidance and suggestions on maintenance improvements.
- Review service reports and rectify any safety recalls or to ensure warranty is retained.
- Review, code, and approve maintenance invoices.
Working Conditions
This position is based at the Karr Gas plant, approximately 70km South of Grande Prairie. This position will work a 4 days on / 3 days off cycle, consisting of 10 hour shifts. The successful candidate will be local to the Grande Prairie area; please note this is not a camp position.
Education and Experience
- Related certification or education in Mechanical, Heavy Equipment Technician or Electrical Instrumentation would be considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean driving abstract
- Experience implementing Maximo or similar asset management software
- Proven experience in maintenance planning and scheduling, preferably in a gas processing plant or similar industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of maintenance management principles, including preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Experience with maintenance tracking systems and software, such as CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to maintenance activities.
- A solid understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance requirements is necessary to assess equipment needs and develop maintenance programs.
Personal Qualities
- Ability to analyze complex data to make informed decisions and develop effective maintenance plans.
- Strong attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping and adherence to safety regulations.
- Ability to problem-solve quickly and effectively is essential to address unexpected challenges and keep operations running smoothly.
- Effective communication skills are crucial for coordinating maintenance activities and addressing concerns with various stakeholders.
What We Offer
CSV offers a competitive compensation package which includes the following*:
- competitive hourly rate
- discretionary annual cash bonus
- RSP contribution
- Full benefits with a Health Care Spending Account
- Additional premiums such as 2x overtime and an hourly Trades Ticket premium for those with a valid Trades Ticket.
*Candidates must have the necessary qualification to receive items such as the 3rd class Steam Ticket premium.
If you're a strong team player, with a positive attitude and an interest in solving problems, we want you!
While we thank all applicants for their interest, we will only contact applicants who are being considered for this role to set up further conversations and/or individual meetings regarding this opening.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in maintenance planning and scheduling within a gas processing, oil & gas, or industrial facility environment?
- Have you worked with Maximo, CMMS, or other computerized maintenance management systems?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
