Job ID : 3400 

Closing Date : 03/26/2025

This position could be located in the following location(s): Corunna Site – Corunna, ON; Geismar Site – Geismar, LA; Joffre Administration – Red Deer, AB  

• This position provides the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays each week, with the requirement to report to the primary NOVA Chemicals work location on Tuesdays through Thursdays. Employees can opt out of the hybrid schedule and will be expected to work Monday-Friday from the primary work location.

Who We Are:

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.  Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. 

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a passionate and professional person to join the Manufacturing Excellence Asset Information Management team as an Asset Master Data Specialist. The successful candidate will be part of a team working with key stakeholders across all manufacturing plants to manage and continuously improve NOVA’s asset information in our computerized maintenance management system, SAP.  

Asset master data is a foundational requirement of any Operational Reliability Maintenance System. High quality asset data supports plant reliability in failure eradication, maintenance and turnaround work processes, captures failure and cost data and is critical in supporting our maintenance strategies as well as external assurance audits.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:

• Provide asset data knowledge and skill development through coaching, assurance and oversight for asset master data and its areas of integration within and externally to SAP as a subject matter expert
  • Across the Manufacturing business processes - Maintenance Work Management, Asset Performance Management including asset strategy & PMs, and Operations
  • Across other business areas including Engineering, Procurement and Finance
  • In corporate initiatives such as new digital solutions and upgrades
• Manage and ensure accurate asset master data in the SAP Plant Maintenance module, including functional locations, equipment, bills of material and related documentation, in alignment with asset registry standards and business rules

• Collaborate with corporate growth teams on acquisitions, capital projects and facility changes to ensure accurate identification, updating and structuring of asset master data in SAP

• Serve as the data steward for SAP plant maintenance data in the Operational Data Platform, ensuring correct data ingestion and resolution of data quality issues

• Work with cross-functional teams, including site experts and IT, to resolve SAP Plant Maintenance technical and process issues

• Support company audits - coaching stakeholders with asset master data information as required (i.e., Solomon, Phillip Townsend)

• Audit and assure asset data compliance with company standards, identify gaps and develop plans to address non-conformance

• Monitor and action master data quality KPI’s on a monthly, quarterly and yearly frequency 

• Utilize standard tools and systems for data extraction, transformation and loading to support asset data improvement, conversions and large projects

• Contribute to the development and implementation of standards governance, process, business rules, roles and responsibilities related to asset master data

What We Are Looking For:

• 2-year technical school diploma with 8+ years of related experience OR 10+ years combination of post-secondary technical education and related experience OR 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing discipline or equivalent technology environment

• Continuing education certifications, such as from the Institute of Asset Management, PEMAC, SMRP, or similar, are considered an asset

• Knowledge of plant/facility and equipment, both process and non-process or related manufacturing experience

• Engineering data knowledge - understanding of P&IDs, technical drawings and specification data sheet information

• Strong understanding of Operations, Maintenance and Reliability industry processes and asset functions in SAP, including their support through master data

• In-depth knowledge of the SAP Plant Maintenance module and its integration with SAP Materials Management, Finance, Controlling, Project Systems and HR modules as well as other software solutions utilizing asset information

• Proficient in governance and integration tools for master data (e.g., LSMW, Prospecta, SimpleMDG, or similar) for data creation, loading and maintenance

• An understanding of database relationships in SAP, or equivalent data management/conversion experience with other ERP systems

• A positive, collaborative individual with strong interpersonal skills and a stakeholder mindset

• Ability to build and maintain strong networks and relationships with key stakeholders across all manufacturing plants, ensuring effective collaboration and communication to support asset master data initiatives

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Microsoft Access would be considered an asset
• Effective problem solving and analytical skills
• Proven ability to coach and influence cross-functional teams; strong communication, presentation and change management skills

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving. 
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals. 

Additional Information:

• Relocation will be considered to the nearest geographical NOVA Chemicals' location for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 10% travel
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location, and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.