Job Description

Our client is an established and growing company seeking a 2nd Class Operating Engineer / Production Supervisor to join their team. This is a DIRECT HIRE role and an excellent long-term career growth opportunity to step into a key leadership position that blends hands-on utility operations, production supervision, and compliance management.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in the operation and maintenance of chemical processing equipment

• Ensure safe work practices and maintain plant operations within TSSA regulations for a 1st Class plant and in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA)

• Review, interpret, and evaluate process performance data and troubleshoot process deviations to maintain peak plant efficiency

• Organize shift workflow by assigning responsibilities, communicating schedules, outlining duties, and providing feedback and coaching to personnel

• Develop and maintain a training program for Operating Engineers (including onboarding and upgrade training) in alignment with SOPEEC guidelines, and mentor junior engineers pursuing certifications

• Prepare for and coordinate internal and external inspections and audits (TSSA, ESA, etc.), ensuring proper documentation of plant performance, training logs, maintenance, and compliance records

Qualifications

• Valid 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate issued by the TSSA (Ontario)

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in power plant, utility, or chemical processing operations

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role managing direct reports preferred

• Strong technical proficiency utilizing plant control systems and DCS

• Deep understanding of TSSA codes, CSA standards, and OHSA regulations

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills