Field Lead Operator

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
• Final date to receive applications: October 29, 2026

• 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

• 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

• 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