Field Lead Operator

Job description

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!