National Occupational Classification, TEER 2
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). Below are the main duties, all 77 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 92011?
NOC 92011 is the code for supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include chemical processing supervisor, cosmetics processing foreman/woman, natural gas plant foreman/woman and paint processing foreman/woman. It is a TEER 2 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $43.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 92011
- TEER
- 2: College diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years
- Broad category
- Occupations in manufacturing and utilities
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $43.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 92011
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.
Main job titles
- chemical processing supervisor
- cosmetics processing foreman/woman
- natural gas plant foreman/woman
- paint processing foreman/woman
- petroleum refining supervisor
- pharmaceuticals production supervisor
- pipeline operations supervisor
- power station supervisor
- sewage treatment plant supervisor
- specialty chemicals production supervisor
- water purification plant foreman/woman
All 77 job titles in the NOC index
by-products extraction foreman/woman - chemical processing, chemical processing plant foreman/woman, chemical processing supervisor, chemical unit foreman/woman, chief power engineer, chief stationary engineer, chief substation operator, chlorine plant foreman/woman, coating and calendering worker foreman/woman - chemical processing, compost facility supervisor, compressor station foreman/woman, continuous process foreman/woman - chemical processing, cosmetics processing foreman/woman, crushing and grinding worker foreman/woman - chemicals and related materials, detergent and remover manufacturing foreman/woman, distillation foreman/woman - chemical processing, evaporator foreman/woman - chemical processing, foreman/woman - petroleum, gas and chemical processing, gas distribution foreman/woman, gas field supervisor, gas plant foreman/woman, gas transmission supervisor, grinding and packing foreman/woman - chemical processing, head refrigerating engineer, heating plant foreman/forewoman, hydroelectric power station supervisor, hydro-electric station chief operator, incinerator foreman/woman, ink preparation foreman/forewoman - chemical processing, landfill supervisor, lead collections operator - water treatment, natural gas plant foreman/woman, oven foreman/woman - chemical processing, paint making foreman/woman, paint processing foreman/woman, petroleum processing foreman/woman, petroleum processing shift supervisor, petroleum refining supervisor, pharmaceutical compounding foreman/woman, pharmaceuticals production supervisor, pilot plant foreman/woman - chemical processing, pipeline foreman/woman, pipeline operations supervisor, power engineer foreman/woman, power plant chief substation operator, power plant foreman/woman, power station operators foreman/woman, power station shift supervisor, power station supervisor, pumping and blending foreman/woman - chemical processing, pumping and pipeline equipment operators foreman/woman, pumping station foreman/woman, refinery unit foreman/woman, refrigeration plant foreman/woman, sanitary service foreman/woman, sewage disposal foreman/woman, sewage treatment plant supervisor, sewer services foreman/woman, specialty chemicals production supervisor, stationary engineer foreman/woman, stationary engineers supervisor, steam engineers foreman/woman, steam plant engineers foreman/woman, steam plant foreman/woman, viscose filtration foreman/woman - chemical processing, waste treatment supervisor, water and sanitation-utilities equipment operating occupations foreman/woman, water and sewer foreman/woman, water filtration plant supervisor, water pollution control foreman/woman, water purification plant foreman/woman, water treatment chief operator, water treatment lead operator, water treatment operations supervisor, water treatment plant foreman/woman, water treatment plant superintendent, water treatment plant supervisor.
Main duties of NOC 92011
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who operate petroleum refineries, chemical plants, water and waste treatment plants and equipment, pipelines, heating plants and power stations and systems
- Identify, investigate, correct and document potential environmental and safety problems
- Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
- Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
- Provide information for maintenance plans to ensure that maintenance and production objectives are met
- Requisition materials and supplies
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
- Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
- Prepare production and other reports and develop and manage operating budget for area of responsibility
- May also supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of trades workers, labourers or other workers.
Employment requirements
- 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.
Additional information
- There is some mobility between occupations with similar technological or licensing requirements within this group.
Is NOC 92011 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 2 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 92011 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | A listed skilled trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 92011 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $25.00 | $43.00 | $73.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $30.00 | $48.00 | $90.66 |
| Prince Edward Island | $30.00 | $40.87 | $52.88 |
| Nova Scotia | $23.00 | $45.00 | $57.00 |
| New Brunswick | $30.00 | $51.38 | $71.50 |
| Quebec | $19.00 | $37.26 | $53.20 |
| Ontario | $25.00 | $40.87 | $78.00 |
| Manitoba | $29.50 | $49.04 | $68.05 |
| Saskatchewan | $21.00 | $40.00 | $58.17 |
| Alberta | $33.75 | $52.40 | $77.88 |
| British Columbia | $25.00 | $41.00 | $53.85 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 92011 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 92011 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a chemical processing supervisor?
NOC 92011, Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities, a TEER 2 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 92011?
TEER 2. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 92011 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class, and it is also a listed Federal Skilled Trades occupation. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 92011 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 92011 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $43.00 an hour, with most wages between $25.00 and $73.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 92011 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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