Supervisor, Control Systems

Inter Pipeline Ltd.•Taber, AB

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At Inter Pipeline, we are building a team of innovators and problem solvers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We cultivate opportunities to get to know each other better and collaborate more effectively. In every part of our organization, you will find people with a sense of purpose and a shared ethos - motivated, engaged, exploring new ideas and pushing for continuous improvements in everything we do. We believe teamwork is core to our success, and in that spirit you will work closely with leaders and team members. This is a great opportunity to amplify your purpose and contribute to meaningful, challenging work at the forefront of the energy sector. Bring your passion, your ideas, and let's do this. Inter Pipeline Ltd. (IPL) is seeking a results-driven Supervisor, Control Systems – Operations Services to lead the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of control systems supporting our conventional pipeline and district operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring control systems infrastructure and communications networks operate safely, securely, and efficiently. As a member of the Operations Services leadership team, you will lead a team of Control Systems and Telecommunications Technologists, drive system reliability, and oversee lifecycle management of critical assets. You will collaborate cross-functionally and with external partners to support operational excellence, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives across IPL. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong, people-focused leader who thrives in a complex operational environment and is passionate about driving system reliability, innovation, and team excellence.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in pipeline operations, control systems, or similar industrial environments, with strong knowledge of pipeline operations, maintenance practices, and supporting business processes.
Post-secondary diploma in Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
Strong expertise in industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, telecommunications networks, and field instrumentation/electrical systems.
Experience with maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo) and operational support tools.
Demonstrated experience leading technical teams in a field or operational environment with accountability for safety, reliability, and cost performance.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman certification in a relevant trade is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day Control Systems operations, including planning, prioritizing, and scheduling maintenance, upgrades, and support activities.
Provide strong leadership, coaching, and performance management to Control Systems and Telecommunications Technologists.
Oversee workforce planning, including resource allocation, succession planning, and capability development.
Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all Control Systems activities.
Drive employee development through structured coaching, career development planning, and training programs.
Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and continuous feedback.
Foster a high-performance, safety-focused culture emphasizing accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Ensure team roles, responsibilities, training plans, and objectives align with departmental and corporate goals.
Facilitate regular team and safety meetings to promote effective communication and alignment.
Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and communications infrastructure.
Manage the full lifecycle of control systems assets, including performance monitoring, maintenance strategies, and obsolescence planning.
Ensure alignment with corporate cybersecurity policies and industrial control system (ICS) standards, proactively mitigating risks.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as system reliability, availability, and incident response.
Support development of in-house technical expertise across Operations, Control Room, SCADA, Leak Detection, Engineering, and Commercial teams.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; develop and maintain safe work practices and procedures.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Operations, SCADA, Engineering, IT/ICS, Commercial) to support reliability and business objectives.
Provide technical governance and leadership for control systems in capital projects, including design reviews, HAZOPs, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup.
Support budgeting, cost management, vendor relationships, and Management of Change (MOC) processes; identify and implement technologies to improve efficiency, reliability, and data visibility.
Provide technical leadership during incidents and outages to ensure timely resolution and minimal operational impact.
Partner with the Supervisor, Control Systems (Long Haul) to ensure alignment of standards, practices, and team culture.