Pipeline Site SupervisorLocationLethbridge, AlbertaComments

Pipeline Site Supervisor

Lethbridge, Alberta Our client, a major pipeline and utility operator, in partnership with Roska DBO Inc., is seeking an experienced Pipeline Site Supervisor to support maintenance, alteration, and operational activities on high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems throughout Alberta.

This position will play a key leadership role in coordinating and safely executing operational activities associated with pipeline isolations, gas handling, flaring, purging, commissioning, and construction support. The successful candidate will act as the field operations lead during pipeline maintenance and construction activities while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong operational experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with client personnel, construction contractors, control centers, and field operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Provide on-site operational leadership and supervision during pipeline maintenance and construction activities.

Coordinate and oversee pipeline isolations, lockout/tagout procedures, depressurization, purging, flaring, venting, and commissioning activities.

Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards.

Participate in job procedure reviews, hazard assessments, kick-off meetings, and operational planning sessions.

Verify valves, isolation points, and operational controls prior to field execution.

Perform and verify pipeline isolation activities and ensure system integrity before work begins.

Maintain and verify 0% gas environments during welding, cutting, and hot work operations.

Coordinate field activities with contractors, operations personnel, emergency services, and client representatives.

Support temporary bypass installation, commissioning, monitoring, and decommissioning activities.

Monitor operational conditions during critical activities and respond appropriately to changing field conditions.

Complete operational reporting, gas release notifications, field documentation, and compliance records.

Ensure clear communication and delineation of responsibilities between all parties involved in the work scope.

Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout all phases of project execution.

Qualifications

Minimum 10+ years of oil & gas or pipeline operations experience.

Previous experience supervising high-pressure natural gas pipeline maintenance, construction, or operational activities.

Strong understanding of:
Pipeline isolations Lockout/tagout procedures Flaring and purging operations Gas handling and atmospheric monitoring Commissioning and decommissioning activities

Experience acting as Prime Contractor, Employee-in-Charge, or Operations Lead is considered a strong asset.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Proven ability to coordinate contractors and multiple stakeholders during critical operations.

Strong understanding of safe work practices, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Valid safety certifications including: H₂S Alive First Aid CSTS / CSO Ground Disturbance

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver abstract.

Additional Information

Project-based assignments ranging from short-duration outages to multi-week projects.

Rotational and travel-based work may be required throughout Alberta.

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with Roska DBO and this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Roska DBO Inc. is a customer-focused operations company with a 30+ year track record offering expertise in production and equipment solutions on well sites and facilities. Based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, with a network of locations, Roska serves Western and Northern Canada, as well as selected U.S. and international markets, with a primary focus on the Alberta and British Columbia regions.

In addition to fulfilling the contract operating needs of oil and gas producing, midstream, and pipeline companies, Roska designs, builds, and operates well-site facilities, rents equipment, and provides Production Testing and Flowback services using a company-owned well testing fleet. When you join the Roska team, the sky is the limit!