Contract Operator

Job summary

Oversee the daily operation, inspection, and maintenance of field equipment to ensure efficient gas production. Maintain accurate operational records and ensure strict adherence to safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Job details

Whitecap Resources Inc. is a leading Canadian energy company committed to delivering reliable returns to shareholders through the responsible development of oil and natural gas assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With a strong track record of profitable growth and a sustainable dividend, Whitecap delivers long-term value to investors, supported by investment-grade financial strength. Since September 2009, Whitecap has experienced remarkable growth, increasing production from 850 boe/d to over 365,000 boe/d. We have unconventional and conventional assets exclusively focused in Western Canada and the asset base includes the Weyburn EOR Project. As a majority owner and operator of the Weyburn EOR Project, annually we safely sequester approximately 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 making it a unique project within our portfolio. We currently employ 1,200 people, including our valued contract staff. At Whitecap, our corporate culture is entrepreneurial. We strive to create a culture of purpose and integrity where initiative and innovation are encouraged and valued. Our corporate philosophy allows us to develop skills, collaborate alongside our teammates, and ultimately have a fulfilling career. Purpose: A key member of our Kaybob south area, you will provide support to the operations team, ensuring that gas is produced in an efficient and cost-effective manner which facilitates safety, health, environmental, and regulatory compliance and business stewardship. Your primary responsibility will be the day-to-day operation and maintenance of field equipment within assigned operations runs, while adhering to government and company standards. Main Responsibilities & Activities: Oversee the day-to-day operation, inspection, maintenance, alteration and repair of the field equipment Ensuring Environment, Health & Safety are a top priority, and completing all work with a safety conscious attitude Must be a team player with good communication skills and willingness to learn and be accepting and receptive to new ideas. Complete and maintain accurate records and submissions of all necessary documents and reports in relation to the field operation and equipment. Perform housekeeping duties as necessary on and around equipment, process area, and control room; keeping equipment and well sites clean and clear. Routine well maintenance, chemical pump checks and repairs, plunger/ bumper spring measuring and replacement Safety and compliance inspections (Safety, Tanks, Lease…) Pipeline Operations and maintenance (Pigging, chemical programs, inspections) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Minimum 5 years oil field well operating experience. Flowing wells, Plunger wells, Gas lift wells, well site power generation Good computer skills are a necessity. Self –motivated, open-minded and results oriented. Safety training current and up to date including: First Aid/CPR, H2S. Other Info: Qualified candidates must have ability to work an 8 days ON/6 days OFF shifts with a rotating schedule when required. Work location is near Fox Creek, Alberta but candidates from the Whitecourt area will also be considered. Successful candidate will be required to work overtime as well as holidays if they fall during normal work schedule.

What you’ll do

Oversee the daily operation, inspection, and maintenance of field equipment to ensure efficient gas production. Maintain accurate operational records and ensure strict adherence to safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 5 years of oil field well operating experience with specific knowledge of flowing, plunger, and gas lift wells. Must possess current First Aid/CPR and H2S certifications and be able to work an 8-on/6-off rotating shift.

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Good communication · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Energy · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Field Equipment Operation
• Well Maintenance
• Pipeline Operations
• Pigging
• Chemical Pump Repair
• Safety Inspections
• Plunger Lift Operation
• Gas Lift Operation
• Power Generation
• Computer Literacy
• H2S Safety
• First Aid/CPR
• Natural Gas
• Open Mindset
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Willingness To Learn
• Artificial Lift
• Housekeeping
• Communication
• Regulatory Compliance
• Bond Credit Rating
• Oil and Gas
• Innovation
• Operations
• Pipeline Pigging
• Profitable Growth
• Safety Training
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
• Environment Health And Safety

Job areas

• Energy
• Trades
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Contract Operations Manager
• Oilfield / Rig Worker
• Well Drillers and Borers and Related Workers
• Roustabouts, Oil and Gas