Field Lead Operator - Jobs and employment opportunities in Canada - jobs-ca.com

The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. 
Make your mark while you grow your career! As a Field Lead Operator in the Wapiti Field, you will spend the bulk of your time in the field working in a dynamic environment as a key member of a cross-functional team and with continuous adherence to Canadian Natural’s Mission Statement. This exciting, fast-paced area consists of mature oil and gas properties and new gas developments that are located South of Grande Prairie, Alberta.
This role requires minimum 80% of the time to be on site with the balance of time in the office.
Job location: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Shift schedule: 8 days on, 6 days off - 10 hours per shift
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline: October 29, 2026

Key Accountabilities:
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 > 98% 
Utilize Continues Improvement techniques and process 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

What You Bring to the Role:
High school diploma/GED is required 
7+ years of oil & gas industry experience
GPO (Gas Plant Operator A-D) and/or PFO (Production Field Operations A-D) or a Journeyperson certificate or a Technology diploma
Power Engineering and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification will be considered an asset
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

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits 
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!