Hybrid Field Lead Operator en Canadian Natural Resources Limited

The Opportunity:

Are you a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in the field and is seeking an opportunity to grow with a company that values operational excellence and innovation? If you’re a self-starter with a strong track record of high-quality execution, we want to hear from you!

As the Field Lead Operator, you’ll report to the Production Foreman and serve as a key front-line leader, overseeing safe and efficient day-to-day operations. You’ll also play a vital role in mentoring team members, driving production performance, and fostering a culture of doing it right, with fun and integrity. 

This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work across functions – Safety, Integrity, Environmental and various Engineering disciplines – and be a catalyst for continuous improvement. 

• Job location: Wembley area, Alberta 
  • The successful applicant will be expected to live in the Grande Prairie area
• Shift schedule: 8 x 6, 10 hours per shift
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: August 15, 2025

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide daily mentorship to team members with a focus on operational, safety, technical, and environmental excellence
• Deliver hands-on competency SOCT training to build field-level expertise 
• Assist with monitoring production volumes, working closely with a cross-functional team to maintain runtime performance > 97% 
• Utilize continuous improvement techniques and processes to support the area’s safety, production, financial and environmental targets
• Monitor compressor, facility, battery, and plant throughput relative to capability and initiate actions to optimize, correct deficiencies, and resolve operational problems 
• Oversee local project scheduling and execution as directed by leadership 
• Spend ~80% of your time in the field with the remainder in the office

What You Bring to the Role:

• 10+ years of Oil and Gas industry experience
• High school diploma/GED required 
• GPO (Gas Plant Operator A-D) and/or PFO (Production Field Operations A-D) or a Journeyperson Certificate or a Technology diploma
• Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven safety track record with consecutive years of strong performance
• Familiarity with and understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and training & teaching best practices
• Power Engineering certification and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification will be considered an asset

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits 
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials!

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. 

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.