Field Lead Operator

Canadian Natural•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Lead Operator role is for a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in the field and is seeking an opportunity to grow with a company that values operational excellence and innovation. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a strong track record of high-quality execution. This role involves spending the bulk of the time in the field, working in a dynamic environment as a key member of a cross-functional team, with continuous adherence to Canadian Natural’s Mission Statement. The area consists of mature oil and gas properties and new oil developments located Northwest of Grande Prairie, Alberta. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work across functions – Safety, Integrity, Environmental, and various Engineering disciplines – and be a catalyst for continuous improvement.

Requirements

8+ years of Oil and Gas industry experience.
Min grade 12/GED and GPO (Gas Plant Operator A-D) and/or PFO (Production Field Operations A-D) or a Journeyperson Certificate or a Technology diploma.
Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven safety track record with consecutive years of strong performance.
Familiarity with and understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and training & teaching best practices.
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Power Engineering and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide daily mentorship to team members with a clear display towards operational, technical, financial and safety excellence, as well as environmental responsibility.
Provide hands-on competency SOCT training to team members.
Assist with monitoring production volumes, working closely with a cross-functional team to maintain runtime performance > 97%.
Utilize Continues Improvement techniques and processes to support the area safety, production, financial and environmental targets.
Assist with monitoring compressor, facility, battery, and plant throughput relative to capability and initiate actions to optimize, correct deficiencies, resolve operational problems.
Provide local supervision of projects as directed by the Production Foreman or Assistant Foreman.