Link to Apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/LNG5100LNGC/JobBoard/1aa25e2d-6b70-4a13-aded-3b9a8e695f30/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=adf7b9f5-871f-4062-a485-0e1a8d6467c5
About the Role
The Head of Integrated Control Systems & OT Cybersecurity reports to the Senior Technology Manager and leads a multidisciplinary team comprising:
- 12 direct reports
- 10–15 contractors across a minimum of two vendor agreements
- 3 remote technical support resources
The role is a key contributor to all engineering activities supporting safe, compliant, and reliable operations, aligned with company strategy. It is accountable for optimizing operating expenditure (Opex), rationalizing capital expenditure (Capex), and ensuring the facility operates end‑to‑end with robust automation, within defined safety envelopes, to deliver efficient cargoes.
The team operates as a fully integrated control systems function, embedding DCS, SIS, and OT cybersecurity capabilities within a single organization. This integrated model is designed to:
- Reduce interfaces by consolidating similar disciplines within one team
- Provide access to a broader and more flexible skill set to support all third‑party plant systems (34 systems)
The role positions the team to effectively troubleshoot complex issues, investigate incidents, and minimize shutdown and start‑up durations through strong process engineering expertise. The Head actively engages with Operations teams and builds strong, collaborative relationships with Operations, Engineering, and Commercial stakeholders to support safe operations and continuous improvement.
To succeed with us in the Technology department, we need your enthusiasm to:
- Demonstrate personal commitment to HSSE.
- Display a strong positive attitude to manage change and improvement in our processes, ways of working and our overall performance.
- Develop strong working relationships with your team, stakeholders to boost co-operation and a One Team approach.
- Use your ability to utilize flexible thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills.
- Courage to hold strong to views when challenged or challenging others.
You will use your expertise to:
- Lead three specialist teams covering DCS/OT, Process Control, and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
- Accountable for defining, delivering, and implementing control system frameworks, including procedures and work management systems, to meet LNGC Process Control Systems Cybersecurity policy requirements across the full OT and control systems fleet.
- Define and implement maintenance strategies for all OT and control systems, including Yokogawa integrated DCS & SIS, IPS/F&G, and all associated third‑party systems, covering hardware, software, and system integration.
- Develop and implement SIS lifecycle management governance in compliance with BC Oil and Gas Commission (BCOGC) regulatory requirements.
- Define performance criteria for final control elements (including ESD and EDV valves) to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
- Establish and manage critical vendor agreements to maintain the integrity, reliability, and security of control systems throughout their lifecycle.
- Support site assurance activities in collaboration with the commissioning team, including commissioning and handover of OT infrastructure.
- Remain accountable for process plant control performance, providing expert technical advice on process optimization, control strategies, operating procedures, troubleshooting, and safeguarding systems across all facilities.
- Manage Process Control systems cost‑effectively while maintaining the highest standards of HSE performance, integrity, and reliability; identify and deliver efficiency and capacity improvements on an economically justifiable basis.
- Define and execute a Process Control monitoring program, including KPIs, to identify performance “bad actors,” predict emerging issues, and deliver short‑, mid‑, and long‑term solutions through proactive monitoring of controller uptime and plant performance.
- Initiate and manage Threat & Opportunity (MTO) and Management of Change (MOC) processes, ensuring robust risk assessment and mitigation for HSSE, reliability, availability, and operability risks.
- Lead development studies and performance improvement initiatives using advanced process control techniques; stay abreast of emerging technologies and build the business case for change to improve reliability, efficiency, production, and environmental performance.
- Drive the integration of digital solutions into new ways of working, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and future‑proofing the business.
Driving Process Control Excellence:
- Provide expert process control leadership across the LNGC complex to maximize plant safety, reliability, and availability.
- Lead the development, implementation, tuning, and maintenance of Advanced Process Control (APC) applications for LNG trains and utilities, positioning APC as the backbone of end‑to‑end facility optimization.
- Ensure appropriate resourcing and prioritization for mission‑critical brownfield projects and MOCs.
- Steer operations to remain within design and operating envelopes, maintaining equipment integrity and implementing safe operating guidelines to prevent lost production.
- Develop and maintain the Process Control Master Plan, aligned with operational and business requirements and the long‑term Asset of the Future vision, including safeguarding and predictive monitoring.
- Maintain strong external engagement with process licensors and specialist consultants to ensure access to state‑of‑the‑art methods and tools.
Systems Integration, OT & Cybersecurity
- Maintain lifecycle integrity, availability, and security of all control systems (DCS, SIS, IPS/F&G, and third‑party systems) through implementation of world‑class administration, surveillance, and maintenance practices, and by integrating value‑adding technologies.
- Define, strategize, and implement OT cybersecurity requirements for Process Control Systems to meet and exceed target cybersecurity resilience.
- Act as contract holder for the primary automation (Yokogawa) and third‑party service agreements, ensuring delivery of high‑quality services within budget.
- Provide assurance of full OT cybersecurity compliance across the entire control systems fleet.
- Ensure full compliance with Shell DEP and applicable local regulatory requirements for Safety Instrumented Systems.
Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead by example in demonstrating strong HSE leadership, ensuring asset management systems and safe work practices are consistently applied.
- Lead field investigations into control system, SIS, or instrumentation failures resulting in plant upsets, trips, or malfunctions; ensure robust failure analysis and corrective actions.
- Establish and maintain surveillance and administration programs for critical control systems to achieve high standards of reliability, availability, and cybersecurity.
- Define and promote best practices and continuous performance improvement initiatives.
- Act as, or appoint, Subject Matter Experts and Technical Authorities (TA2) within the team, ensuring appropriate delegation and governance.
- Provide technical and venture input to other disciplines and functions to support broader business objectives.
- Oversee contractors, consultants, and service providers, acting as contract holder for systems infrastructure and third‑party packages where applicable.
- Coach and mentor team leads and Engineers‑in‑Training, guiding competency development and supporting knowledge transfer across the organization.
To be successful, you will have:
- A university degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
- 15+ years of relevant Gas/LNG industry experience, with demonstrated leadership capability and strong expertise in integrated control systems, infrastructure, and advanced process control.
- End‑to‑end integrated control systems experience across FEED, Execute, and Operate phases, with the ability to transition assets into steady‑state operation and support mega brownfield expansions, including commissioning and start‑up (CSU).
- In‑depth experience applying PACO standards, project frameworks, and industry best practices.
- Strong working knowledge of the MAC Process Control Domain infrastructure.
- Experience with analyzer networks, including AMADAS and LIMS, is an advantage.
- Proven skill‑level knowledge of MAC systems (DCS & SIS), with Yokogawa experience considered a strong advantage.
- Demonstrated safety leadership, with a solid understanding of HSSE and AMS requirements, and a strong track record in managing personal and process safety.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels and collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines in support of operations shift teams.
- Ability to embrace change, work with agility, and adapt effectively in a dynamic operating environment.
- Excellent analytical, planning, and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong networking and business relationship‑building capabilities.
- OT Cybersecurity leadership as a core and critical capability of the role.
This role requires that you:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)
- This role can be based in Calgary, AB or Kitimat, BC
- Additional hours will be required during commissioning & start-up and during, turnaround to support execution. Willingness to go on duty roster required.
- Are willing to comply with LNGC’s drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
- Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, and Pre-Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.
