Rail Car Loader in Moose Jaw

Location: Moose Jaw

Job status: Full Time Permanent

Department: Moose Jaw Operations

Is this position safety sensitive: Yes

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Shift Supervisor, the Rail Car Loader is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient loading of all refined products into rail cars at the Moose Jaw Refinery. This role ensures rail cars are properly inspected, secured, placarded, documented, and prepared prior to loading and release to CP Rail. This is a developmental role to start your career in Operations at Gibson, with opportunity for advancement upon completion of required training competency programs.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and annual incentive opportunities that reward your contributions and performance.
• Build long-term wealth through our Pension Plan and Employee Share Ownership Program.
• Employer-paid health and dental benefits from day one.
• Industry-leading mental health coverage for you and your family.
• Family Building Benefit supporting fertility, adoption, and surrogacy journeys.

What You'll Do

• Rail Car Inspection & Loading
  • Inspect rail cars prior to loading to ensure all nuts, bolts, valves, caps, ladders, and fittings are secure and in proper position.
  • Verify belly valve positioning prior to loading.
  • Ensure wheel chocks are properly applied and rail cars are secured before commencing operations.
  • Confirm appropriate placards are installed identifying product being loaded.
  • Safely load correct products into designated rail cars following written procedures.
  • Close and secure safety gates and track areas during loading activities.
  • Complete required rail car inspections and checklists.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure all TDG documentation and shipping paperwork is accurately completed.
  • Report spills, incidents, hazards, and product quality issues to the Operations Supervisor.
  • Use safe work permits and gas testing equipment as required.
  • Maintain compliance with all Company HSS&E policies and procedures.
  • Participate in emergency response and provide on-call support as required.
  • Maintain effective shift handovers to ensure operational continuity.
• Equipment & Operations Support
  • Monitor and maintain equipment related to rail loading operations.
  • Perform minor maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of the rail load-out facilities.
  • Ensure equipment is properly isolated when not in use.
  • Maintain high housekeeping standards in the work area.
  • Obtain product samples and support quality investigations as required.
• Projects & Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in HAZOPs and support Operational Readiness, Commissioning, and Start-up activities.
  • Provide operational input during project initiation and development phases.
  • Review PSSR documentation at turnover on behalf of facility management (as assigned).
  • Identify and recommend improvements to rail loading processes.
  • Contribute to procedure development and documentation of institutional knowledge.

What You Bring to the Role

• A certificate in 4th Class Power Engineering is preferred, or a desire to pursue the certification.
• 1+ year(s) related industry experience, either in a refinery or rail environment is preferred.
• Must have valid class 5 driver's license.
• Familiar with the location and operation, shutdown, start-up and emergency procedures of all equipment related to rail car loading is considered an asset.
• Proficient in the use of PC’s and Microsoft Windows software, including Word and Excel.
• Certified in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work involves hands-on operation of equipment in an outdoor safety sensitive environment. Must be available for regular scheduled work hours and on-call emergency response. This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy.

Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson

For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work.