Railcar Loader (Fixed-Term)

Gibson Energy•Baildon No. 131, SK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 6-month fixed-term contract position. Reporting to the Operations Shift Supervisor, the Rail Car Loader is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient loading of all refined products into rail cars at the Moose Jaw Refinery. This role ensures rail cars are properly inspected, secured, placarded, documented, and prepared prior to loading and release to CP Rail. This is a developmental role to start your career in Operations.

Requirements

1+ year(s) related industry experience, either in a refinery or rail environment is preferred
Familiar with the location and operation, shutdown, start-up and emergency procedures of all equipment related to rail car loading.
Proficient in the use of PC’s and Microsoft Windows software, including Word and Excel.
Must be available for regular scheduled work hours and on-call emergency response.
This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, pre-employment functional fitness testing, employment history verification, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, driver's license verification and a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

A certificate in 4th Class Power Engineering is considered an asset, or a desire to pursue the certification.
Certified in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect rail cars prior to loading to ensure all nuts, bolts, valves, caps, ladders, and fittings are secure and in proper position
Verify belly valve positioning prior to loading
Ensure wheel chocks are properly applied and rail cars are secured before commencing operations
Confirm appropriate placards are installed identifying product being loaded
Safely load correct products into designated rail cars following written procedures
Close and secure safety gates and track areas during loading activities
Complete required rail car inspections and checklists
Ensure all TDG documentation and shipping paperwork is accurately completed
Report spills, incidents, hazards, and product quality issues to the Operations Supervisor
Use safe work permits and gas testing equipment as required
Maintain compliance with all Company HSS&E policies and procedures
Participate in emergency response and provide on-call support as required
Maintain effective shift handovers to ensure operational continuity
Monitor and maintain equipment related to rail loading operations
Perform minor maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of the rail load-out facilities
Ensure equipment is properly isolated when not in use
Maintain high housekeeping standards in the work area
Obtain product samples and support quality investigations as required
Participate in HAZOPs and support Operational Readiness, Commissioning, and Start-up activities
Provide operational input during project initiation and development phases
Review PSSR documentation at turnover on behalf of facility management (as assigned)
Identify and recommend improvements to rail loading processes
Contribute to procedure development and documentation of institutional knowledge