Panel Technician - Process

LNG Canada•Kitimat, BC

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Panel Technician (Process) is accountable for the safe, stable, and optimized operation of LNG process systems from the Yokogawa DCS. This role is central to maintaining plant integrity, reliability, and performance. The position requires strong technical capability, sound judgment, and high situational awareness to manage plant conditions in a high‑hazard, dynamic operating environment. The Panel Technician works in close partnership with Field Operations and Maintenance to sustain production, manage risk, and respond effectively to changing operating conditions. To succeed with us in the Production team, we need your enthusiasm to: Demonstrate personal commitment to HSSE. Display a strong positive attitude to manage change and improvement in our processes, ways of working and our overall performance Develop strong working relationships with your team, stakeholders to boost co-operation and a One Team approach Use your ability to utilize flexible thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills Courage to hold strong to views when challenged or challenging others

Requirements

Minimum 5 yrs. solid experience in Petrochemical/LNG plant operations as a Panel Technician with experience in Utilities/Water treatment, shipping/storage and loading
Completed 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate with firing time or higher
LNG process systems (warm end and cold end)
Amine and Stabilization Systems
Compression and refrigeration systems
Cryogenic Systems
Process safety principles and upset response
Possess a strong commitment to working safely and adhering to safe work practices
Possess the ability to adapt to change and be flexible with changing priorities/business needs
Possess strong collaboration and communication skills allowing you to build a strong and positive relationship with team members with diverse skillsets and personalities
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely decisions associated with process upsets
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)
Must be willing to live full time in Kitimat/Terrace region
Know that this is a 12hr rotating shift role with nights and days.
Must possess a valid driver's license
Willing and able to work nights, weekends, holidays and be on-call to respond to emergencies when required
Willing and able to work in field positions as required by shift staffing requirements
Willing and able to work outdoors in inclement weather
Willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule
Able to climb ladders and stairs, work at heights and in confined spaces
Using safe lifting techniques, able to lift and carry 23 kg from ground to waist level
Ability to work safely wearing a respirator or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Willing and able to participate on an emergency response team (if assigned) and able to successfully complete fitness to work assessment
Willing to comply with LNG Canada’s drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedure
Willing to work collaboratively in a diverse and team-oriented environment
Panel operators will be initially assigned to either LNG Trains or the common facilities area (Utilities, Shipping and loading), however over the course of the assignment the operator will cross train in the other work area including field positions

Nice To Haves

LNG Plant Operator experience is an asset
Plant commissioning and start up experience is preferred
Experience with Yokogawa Centrum VP preferred but not required
Completion of NFPA 1081 or 1001 is preferred but not required, however some NFPA level certification may be required during run and maintain phase of plant operation if assigned to an emergency response role
Coordinate with technical resources or SME for alarm management and optimization of operations

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor LNG process systems from the Yokogawa DCS during steady‑state operations and process upsets
Maintain plant operations within approved operating windows, alarm setpoints, and the Production Plan
Proactively identify and respond to process deviations, alarms, and abnormal operating conditions
Execute start‑ups, shutdowns, and plant transitions in coordination with Field Operations using proceduralized actions in Accelerator
Support Emergency Response, potentially be a member of the emergency response team or hold a role in the control room to support response activities.
Optimize plant performance while maintaining safe operating envelopes
Manage the alarm system, including alarm rationalization and operator response
Apply and document logic forcing, alarm suppression, and safeguarding overrides in accordance with approved procedures
Ensure all overrides are controlled, communicated, risk assessed, mitigated, and accurately recorded in the Digital Twin
Use process data (PI, trends, Panel Rounds, etc.) to anticipate emerging issues and prevent escalation
Coordinate closely with Field Technicians to execute work safely and efficiently using proceduralized actions in Accelerator
Provide clear, effective direction during abnormal situations and plant upsets
Liaise with Laboratory and support groups to maintain product quality and process stability
Maintain accurate shift logs and high‑quality handovers
Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance reliability and plant performance through MTOs and 5 CRQs
Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of operating procedures, alarm strategies, and control philosophies
Support the development of less experienced operators through coaching and knowledge sharing
Interface with systems including SAP, PI, LIMS, Permit Vision, and Digital Twin logs
Apply plant data and trends to support effective decision‑making and troubleshooting