Natural Gas Scheduler

PETRONAS Energy Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Casual dress code

Bonus program

Health Spending Account

Savings plan

Community volunteering

Job summary

PETRONAS Canada is seeking a Natural Gas Scheduler to join its Marketing & Trading team in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You will schedule natural gas through multiple pipelines, monitor activity, and collaborate with customers and pipeline operators to ensure smooth flow.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in oil and gas, with strong analytical and regulatory knowledge, plus the ability to juggle priorities in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Commerce, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of oil and gas experience, preferably upstream.
• Experience in natural gas scheduling or related roles preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet time demands of unpredictable activities.
• Strong understanding of North American commodity markets, especially Canada.

Responsibilities

• Manage balancing and scheduling of natural gas pipelines (Enbridge Westcoast, NGTL, TC Mainline, Coastal GasLink).
• Conduct gas buy/sell activities to balance accounts, including weekends.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide backup coverage when required.
• Track and interpret pipeline curtailments and operational issues to identify improvements.
• Help set up daily/monthly sales and analyze forecast data for natural gas production.
• Process monthly invoicing for pipelines and support pipeline optimization.
• Collaborate with Operations, Production, Finance, and Accounting for smooth operations.

Skills

Gas scheduling

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Commerce/Engineering

Job description

PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well-positioned to provide global markets with responsibly-developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.

At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada's energy future - and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. We are looking for can-do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do. Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.

THE ROLE:

Our Marketing & Trading team at PETRONAS Canada has an exciting opportunity for a Natural Gas Scheduler who is passionate about the energy industry and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As a valuable member of our small, high-performing team, you will report directly to the Manager, Marketing and play a pivotal role in the scheduling of natural gas through various pipelines and storage facilities. Your responsibilities will include creating and executing daily schedules, monitoring pipeline activity, and working closely with customers and pipeline operators to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of natural gas. This role requires understanding of pipeline operations, and regulatory requirements, combined with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. We provide a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions will be highly valued and recognized.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Manage the balancing and scheduling of various natural gas pipelines (Enbridge Westcoast, NGTL, TC Mainline, and Coastal Gaslink)
• Conduct gas buy/sell activities to balance accounts, including weekends
• Participate in the on-call rotation and provide backup coverage when required
• Track and interpret pipeline curtailments and operational issues to identify opportunities for improvement
• Help set up daily/monthly sales as necessary and analyze forecast data for natural gas production
• Process monthly invoicing for all pipelines and support pipeline optimization efforts
• Collaborate closely with internal groups including Operations, Production, Finance, and Accounting to ensure smooth and efficient operations

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, preferably in Upstream
• Experience in natural gas, scheduling, or related roles is preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data
• A sense of urgency with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities
• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of commodity markets in North America, with a focus on Canada
• The ability to forge, grow, and sustain positive relationships with diverse groups

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off for office-based roles
• Dress for your day – a casual yet professional environment
• Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions
• Competitive compensation and bonus programs
• Top tier benefit package, including a generous Health and Wellness Spending Account and Savings Plan
• Making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we operate
• Annual employee-directed charity donation program
• Support for training and professional development

PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.