Student Relief Operator

Tundra Oil & Gas Limited; Virden; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Oil & Gas Limited, based in Manitoba, is seeking Summer Student Operators for the Virden region. You will perform daily well checks, inspect pipelines and leases, and assist with testing wells and logging results.

Roles run May through August 2027 and require post-secondary enrollment and a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include safety compliance, equipment inspection, data recording, and collaboration with the Production Foreman to ensure smooth operations across sites in

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in post-secondary education.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to achieve certification in H2S Alive, First Aid/ CPR, ATV Safety, WHMIS, TDG.
• Must reside within a 45-minute drive of the assigned field.

Responsibilities

• Performing daily well checks by inspecting equipment to ensure it runs properly.
• Inspecting flow lines from the oil well.
• Maintaining clean, hazard-free lease, batteries, and work areas.
• Testing wells by obtaining volumes, samples, and gas readings, inputting results into the Production Volume Reporting program.
• Measuring pressures, temperatures, flow rates; checking storage capabilities.
• Performing pigging on pipelines; monitoring chemical circulations.
• Reporting spills, near misses, and completing hazard IDs.
• Maintaining good relations with landowners and keeping assigned vehicle clean.
• Attending Safety and Operator Meetings.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education enrollment

Job description

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 400-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tundra has multiple opportunities available for Student Operators during the summer of 2027 (May – August) based out of the Virden, Manitoba region.

REPORTS TO:

Production Foreman

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Performing daily well checks by inspecting equipment to ensure it is running properly
• Inspecting flow lines from the oil well
• Ensuring leases, batteries and other work areas are clean, tidy, and hazard free
• Testing wells by obtaining volumes, samples, and gas readings, maintain logbook, andenter test results into the Production Volume Reporting program
• Measuring pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and check storage capabilities
• Performing pigging on pipelines
• Performing chemical circulations and monitor chemical rates
• Reporting spills, near misses, and complete hazard ID’s
• Maintaining good relations with landowners
• Maintaining assigned company truck and tools
• Required to attend Safety and Operator Meetings

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Must be enrolled in Post Secondary Education
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to achieve certification in:
• H2S Alive Certificate
• First Aid/ CPR
• ATV Safety Course
• WHMIS
• TDG

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Basic mathematical abilities are required
• Computer skills are considered an asset
• Mechanical abilities are considered an asset
• Strong safety conscience
• Ability to work apart of a team as well as independently
• Detail oriented
• Ability to identify problems, brainstorm and analyze answers, and implement the best solutions
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Maintain good house keeping of assigned company vehicle and facilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work safely, recognize potential hazards, and adhere to Tundra’s Safety and Loss Control Program

OTHER DETAILS:

• Must reside within a 45-minute drive of the assigned field
• Must be comfortable driving on gravel roads
• Must adhere to facial hair standards for respiratory protective equipment as mandated by Enform
• Ability to drive to a variety of work sites using company vehicles including all terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, etc.
• Must be prepared to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift items weighing 25 kilograms or more
• Exposure to potential hazards, including toxic chemicals like hydrogen sulfide

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.