Site Operator

Planetary Technologies’ vision is to protect and restore the ocean and climate for generations to come. We do this by enhancing the ocean’s natural ability to fight climate change through carbon dioxide removal and storage. Our team combines expertise in ocean science, metallurgy and geochemistry to safely and effectively scale up ocean-based CO2 management solutions. Working collaboratively with all of our stakeholders, we develop a cost effective and sustainable set of tools aimed at protecting and restoring our oceans and climate, ultimately doing carbon dioxide removal and storage at gigatonne scale.

We are leaders, scientists, and engineers working together to collectively embody our values: respect, curiosity & creativity, accept responsibility, and win for all.

We are now seeking a Pilot Site Operator to work with our Operations team to ensure the safe and efficient daily operations of our Dartmouth carbon dioxide removal project site.

Core Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to safety guidelines, protocols, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard analyses to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Participate in safety training programs and promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance among pilot site staff.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Operational Management

• Operate and maintain pilot-scale slurry dosing equipment and systems according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Operate a forklift to transfer materials between flatbed trucks, warehouse and operational system
• Monitor and control process parameters to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
• Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Coordinate with engineering and technical teams to implement modifications and improvements to pilot-scale processes as needed.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Collect and record data from pilot-scale operations to evaluate process performance, identify trends, and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and documentation of operational activities and data for reporting and analysis purposes.
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to interpret data, generate insights, and make process optimization and scale-up recommendations.
• Collect water and slurry samples, and perform basic chemical analyses.

About the role

This role will be fulfilled primarily at the Nova Scotia Power Tufts Cove Generation Plant. Heated shelter, bathroom and break room facilities are provided, but site operators will otherwise be required to work outdoors for the majority of their shift. Nighttime and weekend shift work may be required, but will not exceed a standard 40-hour working week.

About You

• You hold or are able to obtain valid forklift and small vessel operation certifications (training can be provided)
• You have an optimistic, proactive, action-oriented approach
• You are organized, able to handle a prioritized workload, and communicate effectively
• You have demonstrated success in achieving project outcomes in low-structure environments
• You must be able to work on-site within the Halifax/ Dartmouth region and comfortable with outside and with irregular hours (including overnight)
• You are curious about climate change technologies and are passionate about protecting our world for future generations
• You have a valid driver’s license
• Preference will be given to candidates who can show experience prioritizing workplace health and safety

About Planetary

Planetary is committed to supporting and valuing the diversity of our team as well as the diversity of the clients and communities we serve. Valuing diversity means recognizing and respecting human differences and similarities - creating the context where each person can develop and bring their best self to their work and life. We are committed to employment equity and will endeavour, where feasible, to eliminate systemic barriers to advancement and/or redress the under-utilization of underrepresented groups. We are committed to equal employment and we encourage candidates from all cultural and educational backgrounds as well as all genders and sexualities to apply.