Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities
Career Overview
Supervisors in this group supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in the following groups:
- Central control and process operators, petroleum, gas and chemical processing (NOC 93101)
- Chemical plant machine operators (NOC 94110)
- Labourers in chemical products processing and utilities (NOC 95102)
- Water and waste treatment plant operators (NOC 92101)
- Power engineers and power systems operators (NOC 92100)
These workers are employed by:
- Petroleum and natural gas processing
- Pipeline and petrochemical companies
- Chemical and pharmaceutical companies
- Water and waste treatment utilities
- A range of other industries and institutions
Job Titles
Duties
Supervisors in this group perform some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who operate petroleum refineries, chemical plants, water and waste disposal plants and equipment, pipelines, heating plants and power stations and systems
- Identify, investigate, correct and document potential environmental and safety problems
- Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other units
- Solve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
- Provide information for maintenance plans to make sure that maintenance and production objectives are met
- Order materials and supplies
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
- Recommend staffing actions such as hiring and promotions
- Prepare production and other reports and develop and manage operating budget for area of responsibility
- May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of trades workers, labourers or other workers
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,020% Employed Full Time
75%Key aspects of the work in this occupation:
- Work takes place in a controlled indoor setting
- Workers may be exposed to chemicals and gases that may be hazardous
- The workplace may contain strong odours
Career Pathways
There is some movement between occupations with similar technological or licensing requirements within this group.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is required
- Post-secondary education in chemical processing or sciences may be required for some occupations in this unit group
- Several years of experience as a senior operator in the same company or plant are usually required
- Some occupations in this unit group may require a specific licence or certification, such as a stationary engineer`s licence or refrigeration certification
- Solid waste, landfill or compost facility operator certification may be required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Power Engineering
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,020Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 60 | 5.9% |
| Kootenay | 70 | 6.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 435 | 42.9% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 50 | 4.9% |
| Northeast | 90 | 8.9% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 195 | 19.2% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 120 | 11.8% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
570Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 20 | -0.1% |
| Kootenay | 40 | 0.2% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 270 | 1.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 30 | 2.9% |
| Northeast | 50 | 0.6% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 120 | 0.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 40 | 0.0% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 210 |
| Manufacturing | 90 |
| Wholesale Trade | 60 |
| Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction | 40 |
| Public Administration | 40 |
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