Field Quality Specialist

Waste Connections•La Glace, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Quality Specialist is responsible for providing quality and measurement support and troubleshooting to R360 Canada’s network of TRD facilities primarily in Northern Alberta and NEBC, while supporting all other facilities as needed. This role operates in a fast-paced environment to safely handle and optimize inbound and outbound crude oil streams alongside Energy Marketing. The position is based in northern Alberta, with a focus on the Grande Prairie facilities. The Field Quality Specialist reports to the Field Quality Lead and provides field-level support for the Measurement Lead.

Requirements

5+ years of previous experience working within the Oil & Gas industry.
Knowledge of sampling systems, API 8.2 standards, lab set up and workflow requirements.
Direct knowledge of facility processes, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Strong understanding of crude oil chemistry and ASTM hydrocarbon test methods.
Direct experience with crude oil quality.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point).
Customer service oriented with a strong ability to build working relationships with facility managers, as well as external regulators, vendors, and contractors.
Ability to influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
Must be willing to travel, work flexible hours, and be on call to respond to issues.
High energy, results-focused individual, works well in a fast-paced environment, and able to make decisions with financial implications in mind.
Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure while adhering to strict deadlines is critical.
Demonstrated leadership skills and general problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team player who enjoys learning and contributing to team goals.
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

Chemistry or Chemical Engineering Diploma considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Act as a point of contact for R360 Canada’s Quality programs, including facility training and development of quality control processes.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP’s), ensuring implementation in accordance with applicable ASTM methods.
Provide assistance in facility process changes and commissioning.
Act as the operations' Quality Specialist, mentoring Facility Operations and support personnel on blending and quality control.
Optimize crude oil delivery quality according to blend plans set by energy marketing.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for product quality assurance of pipeline systems.
Complete and perform key maintenance on critical quality analytics devices, documenting and reporting findings.
Ensure all field-based analysis is completed according to internal and external standards.
Conduct field auditing and training as necessary.
Assist, validate, and respond to field-level infractions by collaborating with operations to change and mitigate quality blend plans.
Investigate quality-related incidents to determine root cause and recommend process and equipment changes.
Collaborate with stakeholders, partners, and pipeline companies to align quality programs and processes.
Support Energy Marketing with customer relationships.