Asset Operational Excellence Specialist

NES Fircroft Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking an Asset Operational Excellence Specialist in Calgary to support major LNG projects. The role involves developing asset management strategies and ensuring operational readiness at LNG facilities. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in operational excellence and asset management within energy sectors. This opportunity offers periodic travel to Kitimat, BC.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in operational excellence, asset management, or reliability in the oil & gas sector.
• Experience with LNG or large-scale energy projects preferred.
• Strong communication skills across corporate and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of asset management strategies for the LNG facility.
• Work with site operations teams for consistent application of reliability practices.
• Assist with performance metrics and business processes related to asset lifecycle management.

Skills

Operational excellence

Asset management

Stakeholder engagement

Reliability practices

Job description

Opportunity Overview:
We are currently seeking an Asset Operational Excellence Specialist to support a major LNG project. Based in Calgary with periodic travel to Kitimat, BC, this role plays a key part in driving continuous improvement and operational readiness at one of Canada's most significant LNG facilities. This position will support both head office and field teams in delivering asset performance strategies that align with corporate standards and operational excellence goals.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of asset management strategies and operational excellence programs for the LNG facility.
• Work closely with site operations teams in Kitimat to ensure consistent application of reliability, maintenance, and asset integrity practices.
• Contribute to readiness reviews and continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
• Assist with the development of performance metrics, reporting tools, and business processes aligned with asset lifecycle management.
• Act as a liaison between the Calgary corporate office and the LNG site to ensure alignment and effective communication.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in operational excellence, asset management, or reliability within oil & gas, energy, or heavy industrial settings.
• Prior experience supporting LNG or other large-scale energy infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with industry standards related to asset integrity, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills across corporate and field teams.
• Ability to travel regularly to site in Kitimat, BC as required.

Additional Information:

• This is not a safety-sensitive role, and no A&D testing is required.
• Accommodations and allowances are not provided; business-related expenses must be pre-approved and will be reimbursed at cost.

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 andManufacturingsectors 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.