Field Operator Lead

Paramount Resources Ltd.•Fox Creek, AB

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Foreman, the Field Operator Lead will place a high priority on health, safety and environment. The chosen candidate will work independently, exercise judgement in the selection of work methods and provide leadership to a multi-disciplinary work team. This position requires a full, in-depth knowledge of production facilities, including major sweet gas compressors and sour field gas battery facilities. The chosen candidate will work in the Fox Creek area, in a sour gas and condensate field. The successful candidate will be based out of Fox Creek or Whitecourt, AB.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completed GPO/PFO certificate and/or 4th Class Power Engineering is required
Minimum 8 years of operating experience
Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision, time management and organizational effectiveness are critical to this position. Flexible and adaptable to changing work environments
Previous experience in leading a team in a supervisory capacity - demonstrating leadership and interpersonal skills
Positive attitude and an ability to foster teamwork
A disciplined work ethic, self-motivated, positive attitude and strong desire to contribute is essential
Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs. Must be able to learn, adhere and work with all Paramount based software programs
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Will be required to work an 8&6 shift (Wednesday-Wednesday, 10-hour days)
Must be willing to be on call and work overtime when required

Responsibilities

Environment, Health & Safety must be a priority
Support and initiate safe work practices, following all Paramount policies and procedures
Provide supervision and mentorship to co-workers and contractors, and able to act as a delegate for field foremen
Maintain/operate sweet and sour upstream oil and gas wells, facilities and equipment
Identifying deficiencies and recommending corrections to existing procedures to ensure the assigned field meets performance standards
Assist Production Foreman to maintain operations, reliability and reporting
Closely monitor costs and production to ensure objectives are achieved or forecasts exceeded
Perform regulatory compliance checks; maintain compliance with Paramount, AER and other regulatory agencies
Ensure operations are carried out in a cost-effective manner
Contribute to the team achievement of meeting business, environmental, health and safety targets