Laboratory Technician

As a Laboratory Technician you will perform standard analytical tests on petroleum samples while following the Laboratory’s quality management system under the supervision of Senior Lab resources. Your goal will be to develop competency across all required test methods during this 6‑month term while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established procedures. Your success will come from demonstrating strong attention to detail, reliably executing test methods, maintaining quality standards, and seeking guidance to continuously improve your technical skills.

Kindly note this is a 6 month fixed term position.

• Work Environment – Work and grow within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
• Flexible Benefits Plan – Including medical and dental benefits that are both in effect from day one
• Development Opportunities - Personal and professional development opportunities

• Receive training and build competencies in all test methods by Day Area or Control Lab (Shift areas). Test areas include the Corner, Cloud, Bunker, Asphalt, Chromatography and Octanes
• Pick up, or receive samples for testing, and deliver the samples to the appropriate staging area
• Perform routine testing of samples and quality control specimens using specified methodology under supervision
• After review and signoff, verify and communicate test results assuring the validity and traceability of the information
• Make the appropriate entries into LIMS, instrument logs, control charts, calibration records, laboratory worksheets, and any other media, whether print or electronic, as required
• Maintain documentation, equipment, and work areas in a neat, orderly condition
• Monitor the availability of the supplies needed for testing processes, restock areas as required, and make any deficiency of such supplies known to Shift Team Lead/Area Specialist
• Complete all training specific to their role and keep personal training records current and orderly

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team environment
• Very strong attention to detail
• Able to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
• Comfortable with standard operating procedures and able to meet deadlines
• Understand the importance of complete documentation of all work performed
• Able to understand the impact of your assigned work to other groups and the organization

• Post-secondary education in science or a related field
• Must have a Class 5 Driver’s License
• Prior experience in a lab environment an asset
• Experience with wet chemical testing methods an asset

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.