Operator

NES Fircroft; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual cash bonus

Employer RSP contribution

Health and dental benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Night shift premium

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Gas Plant Operator for a permanent role at the Karr Gas Plant, Alberta. The position offers a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (12-hour days and nights) and involves coordinating with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams to ensure safe, reliable plant performance.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of gas plant operating experience, a 4th Class Power Engineering Certification, and strong communication skills to support safety, environmental and

Qualifications

• Minimum 4th Class Power Engineering Certification required.
• 5+ years of gas plant operating experience preferred.
• Experience with gas processing environments and related systems a must.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and safely.
• Strong communication and coordination with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor gas processing equipment and plant systems.
• Perform start-ups, shutdowns, and process adjustments per procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain logs, production records, and regulatory documentation.
• Support safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Gas plant operations

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

SCADA familiarity

Education

4th Class Power Engineering Certification

Tools

SCADA software

Maintenance planning software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operator

Location:Karr, Alberta

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off Rotation (12-Hour Days & Nights)

Job Description

Our client, a growing midstream energy company, is seeking an experienced Gas Plant Operator to join their operations team at the Karr Gas Plant. This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of a key gas processing facility while supporting production optimization, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support day-to-day plant activities, troubleshoot operational issues, coordinate maintenance work, and ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. This role is ideal for a hands‑on operator who thrives in a team‑focused environment and is committed to maintaining high operational standards.

Please note: This is not a camp position. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Grande Prairie area if they are not currently local.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor gas processing equipment and plant systems to ensure reliable facility performance.
• Conduct routine field inspections, equipment checks, and operational surveillance activities.
• Perform plant start-ups, shutdowns, and process adjustments in accordance with operating procedures.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment issues while implementing effective corrective actions.
• Support plant optimization initiatives focused on production, efficiency, and reliability.
• Coordinate with contractors and trades during maintenance activities and facility outages.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, production records, and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in hazard assessments, risk mitigation activities, and safe work planning.
• Support facility housekeeping standards and general maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support reliability and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 4th Class Power Engineering Certification.
• Minimum 5 years of gas plant operating experience.
• Experience working within a gas processing environment.
• Exposure to gas compression, refrigeration, dehydration, amine treating, and condensate stabilization systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of plant operations, process equipment, and safe work practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, work order management systems, and SCADA-related software.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced operating environment.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation package.
• Discretionary annual cash bonus.
• Employer RSP contribution.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Health Care Spending Account.
• Night shift premium.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Additional Steam Ticket premium for qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and safety-focused operating environment.