CONTRACT FIELD OPERATOR

Novara Human Capital Solutions; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acerta Energy is seeking a Contract Field Operator to support field sites in Cochrane, AB. The role requires 100% field time with CMDS safety program enrollment and strong safety, communication, and teamwork skills.

You will conduct daily field operations, report production, and work to lower costs while ensuring environmental and regulatory compliance. This position emphasizes reliability, safety, and professional contractor coordination.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• 2–3 years of field operation experience.
• GPO A-D or PFO A-D (or trades ticket/tech diploma) preferred.
• Operator Level 1 or 2, CMDS safety program.
• Experience in plant or field operations is a plus.
• Strong safety record and regulatory knowledge.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SCADA and PVR.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day field production operations safely and efficiently.
• Enter daily production reporting and optimize wells and facilities to maximize output.
• Identify methods to reduce operating and capital costs.
• Improve field maintenance processes and reduce maintenance costs.
• Support CMDS safety training and SOP sign-offs.
• Provide local supervision in Lead Operator’s absence; manage MOC.
• Conduct hazard identifications and third‑party audits; assist safety programs.
• Coordinate with accounting, drilling, and completions to bring wells online safely.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Independent working

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 / GED

GPO A-D or PFO A-D / Trades ticket / Tech diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

SCADA

PVR

Job description

CONTRACT FIELD OPERATOR

Acerta Energy acquires, optimizes, and develops producing conventional oil and gas assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, led by a management team with a proven track record of building successful E&P businesses.

Acerta Energy is currently seeking to fill the following position:

Job Title: Contract Field Operator

Location: Cochrane

Contract Field Operators are expected to provide essential daily support for Acerta well sites or facilities safely and efficiently. They must be enrolled in the Acerta Competency CMDS Safety Program and may be asked to handle other field duties as required by Lead Operators. These duties may include smaller project supervision, new well commissioning, volume variances, etc. The position requires that operators spend 100% of their time in the field.

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct safe and environmentally responsible day-to-day field production operations for Acerta field properties, enter daily production reporting, and optimize producing wells & facilities to maximize production.
• Identify and implement methods to lower operating and capital costs.
• Identify and implement methods to improve wellsite and facilities maintenance and reduce maintenance costs.
• Participate and work to improve Acerta’s HSE policies/Culture. Support and attend safety meetings.
• Serve as a field representative for all Acerta operations, with an emphasis on being a good neighbor.
• Participate in CMDS training to ensure competency and sign off on all standard operating procedures (SOP);
• Provide local supervision for projects in the Lead Operator’s absence;
• Assist with Management of Change Requests (MOC);
• Conduct Hazard Identifications on Acerta Energy Ltd. sites and audits on 3rd party contractors;
• Assist in safety audits.
• Liaise with other groups in the company, including accounting, drilling, and completions engineering, to plan, execute, and bring wells on stream in the safest, most timely, and most economical manner.
• Ensure dealings with contractors and joint venture partners are handled professionally, ethically, and effectively, ensuring contractor & service work is conducted safely and in an environmentally responsible manner. It is consistent with Acerta’s HS&E requirements.
• Other tasks that may be assigned to you by the Field Superintendent, Field Foreman, or Area Lead Operator.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• Minimum 2-3 years of operation experience and completion of a General Educational Development (Grade 12) is required.
• GPO A-D or PFO A-D (previously Solis 1, 2, 3) or a Trades ticket or Tech diploma is also preferred.
• Operator Level 1 or 2, currently working in a CMDS safety program
• Candidates would ideally have Operator experience in a similar work environment (both in a plant or in the field);
• Strong attention to safety performance and known for leading by example;
• Good understanding of the safety and regulatory compliance requirements;
• Must be a good communicator with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and in team settings;
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Scada and PVR;

Communication Expectations

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are necessary
• Continually foster a safe, cooperative work environment

Why Acerta?

We are a high-performance team focused on creating value for our stakeholders in an empowering and safe environment. Our ability to execute on initiatives is a result of our employees' dedication and commitment.

This is a position for a team-focused and accountable individual to join a team creating significant value. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.