NOC 92011: Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities
Supervisors in petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in the following unit groups: Central control and process operators, petroleum, gas and chemical processing (93101), Power engineers and power systems operators (92100), Water and waste treatment plant operators (92101), Chemical plant machine operators (94110) and Labourers in chemical products processing and utilities (95102). They are employed by petroleum and natural gas processing, pipeline and petrochemical companies, chemical and pharmaceutical companies, electric power utilities, water and waste treatment utilities and in a range of other industries and institutions.
Official Main Duties for NOC 92011
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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 92011
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities is categorized under TEER 2. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 92011.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $25 | $43/hr | $73 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $30/hr | $48/hr | $90.66/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $30/hr | $40.87/hr | $52.88/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $23/hr | $45/hr | $57/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $30/hr | $51.38/hr | $71.5/hr |
| Quebec → | $19/hr | $37.26/hr | $53.2/hr |
| Ontario → | $25/hr | $40.87/hr | $78/hr |
| Manitoba → | $29.5/hr | $49.04/hr | $68.05/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $21/hr | $40/hr | $58.17/hr |
| Alberta → | $33.75/hr | $52.4/hr | $77.88/hr |
| British Columbia → | $25/hr | $41/hr | $53.85/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- 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 power engineer licence, refrigeration certification or wastewater treatment certification.
- Solid waste, landfill or compost facility operator certification may be required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 92011
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Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
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- Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations (See 72011 Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations)View NOC 72011→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 92011 (Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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