Plant Operator - Attachie

ARC Resources Ltd.; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Wellness accounts

Savings plans

Bonus programs

Job summary

ARC Resources Ltd. in the Fort St.

John region is seeking a Plant Operator at Attachie to monitor and operate high‑pressure gas processing facilities, wells, and gathering systems, ensuring safe, efficient production. Reporting to the Area Foreman, you will support contractors, perform routine maintenance, manage incident reporting, and participate in on‑call rotation in a safety‑conscious, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in oil and gas operations.
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required.
• Experience with high‑pressure gas processing is desired.
• Knowledge of dehydration equipment, transfer pumps, plunger lifts, and compression is an asset.
• Current H2S Alive, First Aid, WHMIS, TDG preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the plant and adjust operations to match input rate fluctuations.
• Maintain safe operation and routine maintenance of high‑pressure wells and gathering systems.
• Record and report flaring, shutdowns, and production data.
• Handle isolation and permitting activities in a large industrial setting.
• Collaborate with construction and maintenance teams on plant changes.
• Monitor SCADA for changes and ensure codes compliance.
• Respond to emergencies per site procedures and participate in on‑call rotation.

Skills

5+ years oil & gas

4th Class Power Eng

Gas processing

Dehydration equipment

SCADA

Automation systems

Analytical skills

Team player

Tools

SCADA

Automation systems

Job description

ARC has had an exciting growth story driven by the contributions of our people, principled business strategy and high-performance culture. Today, we are a proud member of the Shell Group, and a Canadian energy company with a strong track record of operational and environmental performance.

In alignment with our values, we are proud to produce Canadian energy safely and efficiently. Producing low-cost, reliable energy strengthens our resilience in the evolving global energy system, and enables ARC to create value for our people, shareholders, stakeholders and communities.

Following our guiding principles has shaped the company we are today and will underpin our success in the future. Through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to operational excellence, our diverse team of people drive our company’s success. From the office to the field, our team of talented professionals work hard each day to safely execute our business and create positive and lasting impacts for our stakeholders.

The Opportunity

Our Field Operations team is currently seeking a candidate for a Plant Operator position at Attachie in the greater Fort St. John region in northeast British Columbia.

Reporting to the Area Foreman, you will provide direct guidance and support to operating staff and contractors to consistently meet or exceed expectations in the following areas: health and safety, production, operating costs, corporate values, environment, training, regulatory, and emergency response while in care and control of the field. You will also be responsible for providing operational support to the assets, including monitoring and troubleshooting the safe operation of the plant facilities, wells, gas gathering systems, and compressor stations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the plant for any issues and make changes as necessary to accommodate fluctuations in input rates
• Responsible for the safe operation and routine maintenance of high-pressure gas wells, and gathering systems including pipeline routine pigging operations
• Record and report on flaring, shutdowns, heat changes, and other production reporting as required
• Responsible for isolation and permitting activities in a large industrial setting
• Work cross functionally with the construction and maintenance teams to make any changes in the plant
• Monitor SCADA for any changes
• Must meet the requirements of WHMIS, ABSA, and ASME codes as required
• Must follow and apply the site’s safe work procedures
• Must be prepared to respond to an emergency and follow the site’s emergency response plan

What You Will Bring To Arc

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the oil and gas industry and possess a 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate
• Experience working in a high-pressure gas processing field with a thorough understanding of gas and liquid processes
• Experience with dehydration equipment, transfer pumps, plunger lifts, and compression, and experience with condensate stabilization is an asset
• Current certification in H2S alive, First Aid, WHIMIS, TDG is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to process changes and modifications
• Demonstrated computer literacy and knowledge of automated operations systems
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills
• Team player mentality and able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work overtime and respond off hours as part of an “On Call” rotation requiring candidates to currently reside in the greater Fort St. John or Hudson's Hope area
• Ability to operate UTV and Snowmobile

Rewarding Opportunity

• An opportunity to be part of delivering responsible energy by developing and growing your career with us
• Working collaboratively with, and learning from some of the most talented and experienced people in our industry
• A market-competitive and pay-for-performance total compensation plan, including eligibility to participate in our bonus and long-term incentive programs
• Top-tier benefits, wellness/healthcare spending accounts and savings plans
• A culture of caring and high performance
• Focus on health and well-being
• An environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, feel a sense of belonging, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the Canadian energy industry

Additional Information

• Shift schedule for this role is 7 days on and 7 days off, working both day and night shifts, 12-hours per day
• As this role is considered safety sensitive, the successful candidate will be required to successfully complete drug and alcohol testing, and a fitness to work test
• The base wage range for this position is $36.00 to $57.00 CAD. The posted wage range is reflective of the qualifications associated with this specific advertisement. Exact salary/wage may vary based on qualifications, experience and skillset. Additionally, all permanent employees are eligible to participate in ARC’s competitive bonus, long-term incentive, savings plan, and benefits programs

We are pleased to share that Shell’s acquisition of ARC Resources Ltd. has now officially closed. This marks an important milestone for both organizations and the beginning of a new chapter together.

ARC Resources Ltd. is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell and will continue to operate largely as a standalone business for a period of time before fully integrating.

We thank you for your interest in ARC, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodation for applicants is available upon request during the talent acquisition process.