Contract Operator
BH-320634
Posted: 12/12/2025
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- Canada Alberta Conklin
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Oil & Gas
Job Title: Contract Operator
Location: Christina Lake, AB
Contract Length: 1 year with potential extensions
Schedule: 8 day son , 6 days off; 84 hrs/week; rotating day/night shift; 6 hour fays on day 1 & 8, 12 hour days on day 2-7; Tues-Tues
Notes: FIFO and Camp accommodations provided
Description:
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate and Monitor Equipment: Oversee the operation of pumps, compressors, and other production equipment. Ensure all machinery is functioning correctly and efficiently.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures. Conduct regular safety inspections and participate in safety meetings.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. Report any issues or malfunctions to the maintenance team.
• Data Collection: Record and analyze production data. Use this information to optimize production processes and improve efficiency.
• Environmental Stewardship: Ensure all operations comply with environmental regulations. Participate in initiatives to reduce environmental impact.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies, including equipment failures and environmental incidents. Participate in emergency response drills.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other field operators, engineers, and management to ensure smooth operations. Communicate effectively and provide support as needed.
Qualifications:
• Education: Minimum Alberta 4th Class Power Engineering ticket, 3rd Class preferred.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certifications: Valid safety certifications (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, WHMIS) are required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in various weather conditions and lift heavy equipment. Must be able to work on a rotating shift schedule.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Christina Lake, AB
Contract Length: 1 year with potential extensions
Schedule: 8 day son , 6 days off; 84 hrs/week; rotating day/night shift; 6 hour fays on day 1 & 8, 12 hour days on day 2-7; Tues-Tues
Notes: FIFO and Camp accommodations provided
Description:
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate and Monitor Equipment: Oversee the operation of pumps, compressors, and other production equipment. Ensure all machinery is functioning correctly and efficiently.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures. Conduct regular safety inspections and participate in safety meetings.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. Report any issues or malfunctions to the maintenance team.
• Data Collection: Record and analyze production data. Use this information to optimize production processes and improve efficiency.
• Environmental Stewardship: Ensure all operations comply with environmental regulations. Participate in initiatives to reduce environmental impact.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies, including equipment failures and environmental incidents. Participate in emergency response drills.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other field operators, engineers, and management to ensure smooth operations. Communicate effectively and provide support as needed.
Qualifications:
• Education: Minimum Alberta 4th Class Power Engineering ticket, 3rd Class preferred.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certifications: Valid safety certifications (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, WHMIS) are required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in various weather conditions and lift heavy equipment. Must be able to work on a rotating shift schedule.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.