Contract Senior Operator

Whitecap Resources Inc.; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp position

Fuel provided on shift

Health benefits

Job summary

Whitecap Resources Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Operator to support operations in the Karr North and Karr East areas. The role requires extensive oil and gas operating experience, strong leadership, troubleshooting, and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities include safe operation of facilities, production optimization, maintenance, and timely reporting. The position is a full-time contractor role with 8 days on / 6 days off and camp accommodations, located in the Karr North

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of oil and gas operating experience.
• Experience with multi-well pad operations, battery operations, compressor stations and storage facilities.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems and Prodman production entry.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a tooled truck.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior operations staff.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain production facilities, multi-well pads, battery operations, compressor stations, and storage facilities.
• Monitor well performance and optimize production activities.
• Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure accurate production reporting and data entry.
• Respond effectively to operational issues and emergency situations.
• Maintain compliance with policies, regulations, and safety standards.
• Support and mentor junior operations personnel.
• Collaborate with field, maintenance, and engineering teams to meet objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Calm under pressure

Independent work

Mentoring junior staff

Tools

SCADA systems

Prodman production entry

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Whitecap Resources Inc. is a leading Canadian energy company committed to delivering reliable returns to shareholders through the responsible development of oil and natural gas assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With a strong track record of profitable growth and a sustainable dividend, Whitecap delivers long-term value to investors, supported by investment-grade financial strength. Since September 2009, Whitecap has experienced remarkable growth, increasing production from 850 boe/d to over 365,000 boe/d. We have unconventional and conventional assets exclusively focused in Western Canada and the asset base includes the Weyburn EOR Project. As a majority owner and operator of the Weyburn EOR Project, annually we safely sequester approximately 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 making it a unique project within our portfolio. We currently employ 1,200 people, including our valued contract staff.

At Whitecap, our corporate culture is entrepreneurial. We strive to create a culture of purpose and integrity where initiative and innovation are encouraged and valued. Our corporate philosophy allows us to develop skills, collaborate alongside our teammates, and ultimately have a fulfilling career.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Contract Operator to support operations in the Karr North and Karr East areas. The successful candidate will possess extensive oil and gas operating experience and demonstrate strong leadership, troubleshooting, and mentoring capabilities. This role requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently while ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across multiple production facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain production facilities, multi-well pads, battery operations, compressor stations, and storage facilities.
• Monitor well performance and optimize production activities.
• Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure accurate production reporting and data entry.
• Respond effectively to operational issues and emergency situations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
• Support and mentor junior operations personnel.
• Work collaboratively with field, maintenance, and engineering teams to achieve operational objectives.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Minimum 10 years of oil and gas operating experience.
• In-depth knowledge of: multi-well pad operations, battery operations, compressor stations, well performance optimization, storage facilities.
• Experience with SCADA systems and Prodman production entry.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a tooled truck.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a demanding workload.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior operations staff.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and effective during emergency response situations and operational upsets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership Training Certificate or equivalent leadership development training.
• Previous experience in a senior operator or leadership role.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and mentoring
• Decision‑making and critical thinking
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Safety-focused mindset
• Adaptability in dynamic operating environments
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure

Working Conditions

• Location: Karr North & Karr East Area
• Position Type: Full-Time Contractor position
• Schedule: 8 Days on and 6 Days Off
• Accommodation: Camp Position

Additional Benefits

• Fuel provided while on shift

Benefits

• Our employees enjoy a collaborative, innovative, and rewarding workplace culture where they can thrive and develop skills to enhance their career journey at Whitecap.
• Our market-competitive compensation package offers base salary, vacation, a comprehensive health benefits package, pay-for-performance compensation via our short-term and long-term incentive programs (as applicable), competitive allowances for our field-based employees, and the opportunity to join our share purchase matching savings program.
• Whitecap supports giving back to our communities in which we live and work, with an emphasis on children’s health, education, and wellness.
• We also have an employee charitable-matching program to support our employees’ causes that are important to them.
• Whitecap advocates for our youth joining our industry and has a robust student program where our mentors work with students to apply critical learnings, develop business skills, and gain valuable work experience in office and field environments.
• We are always happy to welcome our returning students, many of whom have joined Whitecap full-time following completion of their degree.