Oil And Gas Contract Lead Operator

Tamarack Valley Energy is looking for a Contract Field Lead Operator for their Marten Hills district.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the issuance of appropriate documentation for maintenance work; requests, permits, isolations, etc.
• Coordinate designated Operations team activities and verify that work is completed to required standards.
• Ensure emergency preparation; follow operating manuals and/or instructions, identify and report possible irregularities and define corrective actions.
• Promote a positive safety culture and coordinate supporting activities; safety drills, investigations, meetings, lesson learned, etc.
• Ensure complete compliance to all HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) regulations; participate and lead in safety meetings, contractor orientations, safe work permits…etc.
• Ensure team is fully familiar with all aspects of the operations and operating procedures; all staff possess necessary journeyman tickets and CMDS requirements for Operator position.
• Coordinate maintenance activities in critical areas; confined spaces, moving/loading equipment.
• Ensure all operations activities are in compliance with corporate, provincial and federal regulations (AER/OHS/ABSA).
• Compile & complete the relevant reports of activities and ensure accurate as well as on time, shift logbooks, progress, readings, etc.
• Provide support for Operator skill enhancement, performance reviews and qualification of operators; use knowledge and troubleshooting skills to assist production team.
• Participate and comply with TVE QMS program and the owner-user's policies to ensure AB-512 compliance – ensure an effective PEIMS including RIK and MOC training is followed by all field staff.
• Ensure allocated work is supported with the appropriate work and safety instructions; ensure that all instructions are adhered to in the completion of the tasks.
• Maximize production/facility uptime and optimize production in all designated areas.
• Provide all necessary training to operators; provide opportunity for junior operators to advance.
• Support and provide leadership to all staff within designated area; assist with relevant areas as required.
• Attend and participate in all relevant Company meetings; provide updates as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 10+ years' work experience (preference given to familiarity or experience in the Oil and Gas Industry) with a minimum of 5+ years in field operations role.
• Driven to operational excellence while maintaining the highest safety standards and culture.
• Excellent knowledge base of Ground Disturbance, OH&S legislation and regulations, AER regulations and industry recommended practices.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver practical solutions in a fast paced and evolving work environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• This is a camp position but may also reside in Slave Lake/Calling Lake.

Schedule:

• 80 hours per 2-week shift (8-6 shift -10-hour days).
• Schedule to be provided and approved by Production Foreman.
• Additional time away may be approved by the Production Foreman.

Reporting:

Submission of weekly report that includes:

• General activity
• Summary of serious contraventions and/or safety concerns
• Updated tracking spreadsheet

Also, participation in reporting of near miss, hazard ID and incidents in REMEDY, as per the company’s Safety Management System.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Application question(s):

• Who is your current employer?
• How many years' experience in Lead Operator role or higher?
• Do you have WCB?

Experience:

• Field Operations: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (required)
• H2S Alive (required)
• Driving License Class 5 (required)
• $5MM liability insurance (required)

Work Location: In person