Facility Manager / Chief Power Engineer

Grizzly Oil Sands ULC; Buffalo; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic junior oil and gas company in Alberta seeks a Facility Manager / Chief Power Engineer to lead operations at a thermal SAGD facility. The role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing budgets, and fostering a high-performing team culture. Join a growth-oriented company and make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Accommodation and travel provided

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in oil and gas operations, 5 years in management.
• Strong understanding of steam plant operations and utilities management.
• Experience in regulatory compliance (ABSA, AER, OH&S).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the thermal facility.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary operations team.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Culture

Budgeting

Communication

Education

First Class Power Engineering Certificate

Job description

Job Title:
Facility Manager / Chief PowerEngineer

Location:
Alberta, Canada

Employment Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

We are a dynamic and fast-growing junior oil and gas companyfocused on the development and operation of a thermal oil sandsfacility in Alberta. As a start-up organization, we pride ourselves ona collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment tooperational excellence, environmental responsibility, and safety atall levels of our business.

We are seeking an experienced anddriven Facility Manager / Chief Power Engineer tojoin our team and play a foundational leadership role in the safe andefficient operation of a thermal SAGD facility.

Position Summary

Reporting to the VPOperations & Engineering, the Facility Manager / Chief PowerEngineer will oversee day-to-day operations of the thermalfacility. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record ofleadership in operations, with a focus on building high-performingteams, managing budgets, and fostering a safety culture from theground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for theoperations team at the thermal oil facility, ensuring compliance withsafety, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• As ChiefPower Engineer, be responsible for all aspects of operations,including steam generation, water treatment, and utilities.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a multidisciplinary operations team,creating a culture of safety, ownership, accountability, andcontinuous improvement.
• Develop and implement operationsstrategies, procedures, and standards aligned with company goals andregulatory expectations.
• Oversee and manage operatingbudgets, production targets, cost control, and performance metrics.
• Champion and drive a strong culture of health,safety, and environmental stewardship across theorganization.
• Ensure the facility complies with AlbertaBoilers Safety Association (ABSA) regulations and other applicablecodes and standards.
• Collaborate closely with engineering,maintenance, HSE, and senior leadership teams during the commissioningand early production phases.
• Support the hiring, training,and development of operations personnel during the start-up phase.
• Contribute to the overall project execution andreadiness-to-operate planning.
• Participate in emergencyresponse planning and lead operational readiness initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• First Class Power Engineering Certificate– required and must be valid in theprovince of Alberta, OR, transferable
• Minimum of 15 years ofprogressive experience in oil and gas operations, with at least 5years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strongunderstanding of steam plant operations, and utilities management.
• Experience in thermal heavy oil production is an asset, butnot necessarily required.
• Experience with onsite powergeneration (turbine), is an asset
• Demonstrated ability tobuild, lead, and inspire teams in a start-up or growth environment.
• Solid experience in budgeting, cost control, and operationalplanning.
• Proven leadership in cultivating a proactivesafety-first culture.
• Experience in regulatory compliance,including ABSA, AER, OH&S, and environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonalskills.
• Familiarity with commissioning and start-upprocesses is a strong asset.

Working Conditions

• Rotationalschedule (to be confirmed), with accommodation and travel provided.
• Field-based leadership role
• May involve extendedhours during commissioning, start-up, or critical operational periods.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a foundational leadership team in agrowth-oriented energy company.
• Play a key role in shapingoperational excellence and safety culture from day one.
• Competitive compensation package, including salary, benefits,and performance-based incentives.
• A unique opportunity tomake a tangible impact in the Canadian energy sector.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit theirresume and cover letter outlining relevantexperience and qualifications to

Please include“Facility Manager / Chief Power Engineer Application” in the subject line.

We thank all applicantsfor their interest;
however, only those selected for aninterview will be contacted.