Contract Field Operator – Wells & Facilities

Sharptail Energy Inc; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas monitor access

Job summary

Sharptail Energy Inc. seeks an experienced Contract Operator to act as on-site supervisor for wells and facilities in the Lethbridge area. This independent contractor role offers autonomy to run your own operating area while collaborating with an established company team.

You will handle day-to-day operations, maintenance, and reporting to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable production, with responsibilities including gauge reporting, routine inspections, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on oil and gas wells and surface facilities operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with surface pumping, rotating equipment, and field maintenance.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices and regulatory requirements (OH&S, AER, AENV).
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and occasional after-hours callouts.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with Company representatives, suppliers, and area residents.
• Operates through an incorporated company — this is a contract-for-services position, not direct employment.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine gauge and production reports daily.
• Inspect oil wells and facilities daily; inspect gas wells via SCADA daily and visually at least every third day (monthly if shut-in).
• Change gas charts and record results as required.
• Track and report downtime, causes, and test results.
• Blow down wells as required and coordinate fluid hauling to maximize tank space utilization.
• Maintain chemical usage records and, where applicable, water injection rates/pressures.
• Accept gas nominations on behalf of the Company and monitor production against nominations/allowables.
• Review and comply with the Company's Safety Manual; participate in safety meetings, ERP training, and annual ERP exercises.
• Report all incidents and near misses immediately, including any release requirements.

Skills

Oil & gas ops

Mechanical aptitude

OH&S knowledge

Alberta license

Independent contractor

Communication skills

Contract for services

Job description

Sharptail Energy Inc. seeks an experienced Contract Operator to act as on-site supervisor for wells and facilities in the Lethbridge area. This independent contractor role offers autonomy to run your own operating area while collaborating with an established company team.

You will handle day-to-day operations, maintenance, and reporting to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable production, with responsibilities including gauge reporting, routine inspections, and safety compliance.