contract operator – Kaybob South

HWN Energy Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HWN Energy Ltd. is seeking a Contract Operator to support Kaybob South gas plant operations. The role includes operating stabilizers, dehydration, compression, and water injection systems, with SCADA monitoring and timely response to alarms.

You will participate in safety programs, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with project supervision as needed. This is based in Alberta with field responsibilities and a focus on safe, efficient production.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver's license.
• 2–3 years of operation experience; Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• GPO A-D or PFO A-D or a trades ticket; 4th class Power Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Kaybob South gas plant and battery facilities.
• Respond to alarms and production variances in a timely and safe manner.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Manage water injection operations and disposal compliance.
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance; document daily production.
• Identify ways to lower operating and capital costs and improve maintenance.
• Participate in CMDS safety program and SOP sign-off.
• Provide local supervision in Lead Operator’s absence and assist with MOC.

Skills

Field safety mindset

Effective communication

Teamwork and independence

Education

GED/Grade 12

GPO A-D or PFO A-D or Trade ticket

4th Class Power Engineer preferred

Tools

SCADA systems

Microsoft Office

PVR

Gas detection equipment

Job description

HWN Energy Ltd. is a dynamic oil and natural gas exploration and production company with operations concentrated in Central and Northern Alberta. Focused on the development of our high-quality Montney and Dunvegan assets, we are well positioned to deliver sustainable growth through disciplined development, operational excellence, and continued technical innovation. We are a high-performance team focused on creating value for our stakeholders in an empowering and safe environment.

HWN Energy, Ltd. is currently seeking to fill the following position:

Job Title: Contract Operator

Schedule: 8 days on / 6 days off (8-6 rotation)

Contract Operators, with a focus on plant operations, are expected to provide essential daily support for HWN well sites or facilities in a safe and efficient manner. They are required to be enrolled in HWN Competency CMDS Safety Program and will 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. Position is based out of the Kaybob South operational area and will be supported through our local Whitecourt office.

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

• Operate and monitor the Kaybob South gas plant and battery facilities, including stabilizers, sour oil treating units, compression, glycol dehydration systems, and water injection operations.
• Monitor and operate SCADA systems for remote well and facility surveillance; respond to alarms and production anomalies in a timely and safe manner.
• Perform routine inspection, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on plant and battery equipment including compressors, pumps, separators, treaters, tanks, and associated instrumentation and controls.
• Manage water injection system operations including pump monitoring, injection rate optimization, water quality sampling, and disposal compliance.
• Ensure safe handling, monitoring, and treatment of sour (H2S-containing) production streams in accordance with HWN HSE standards and AER regulations.
• Conduct safe and environmentally responsible day to day field production operations for HWN field properties and enter daily production reporting, optimization of 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 on HWN’s HSE policies/Culture. Support and attend safety meetings.
• Perform as a field representative for all HWN operations in the field with emphasis on being a good neighbor.
• Participation in CMDS training to ensure competency and signed 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 HWN Energy Ltd. sites and audits on 3rd party contractors;
• Assist in safety audits.
• Liaison with other groups in the company including accounting, drilling and completions engineering to plan, execute and bring wells on stream in the safest, timely and economic manner.
• Ensure dealings with contractors and joint venture partners are handled in a professional, ethical, and effective manner ensuring contractor & service work is conducted in a safe and environmentally responsible and is consistent with HWN’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 year’s 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.
• 4 th class Power Engineer preferred; electrical or instrumentation trades ticket considered a strong asset;
• 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);
• Hands‑on experience operating gas plant and battery facilities, including stabilizers, sour oil treating, compression, glycol dehydration, and water injection systems is strongly preferred;
• Experience with SCADA systems for facility monitoring, alarm response, and production data management;
• Experience with well site battery operations including tank gauging, fluid transfers, emulsion treating, and production measurement;
• Familiarity with H2S and sour service environments, including use of gas detection equipment, rescue procedures, and sour gas safety protocols;
• Experience with reciprocating and centrifugal compressor operation, including start-up, shutdown, and basic troubleshooting of compression equipment;
• Understanding of gas sales specifications and dehydration performance targets, including TEG system operation and troubleshooting;
• 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 necessities
• Continually foster a safe cooperative work environment

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, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.