Assistant Foreman Full-time Job
May 15th, 2025 at 16:41 Maintenance & Repair Fort St. John 27 views Reference: 13323Job Details
The Opportunity:
Make your mark while you grow your career! As the Assistant Production Foreman, you will play a key role in supporting the planning and execution of field operations in the Townsend Blair Daiber areas north of Fort St. John. Leading a team of approximately 22 staff and a Montney production base of 425 MMcf/d gas, 4000 BBL/d NGL. You will be responsible for facilitating safe, reliable and cost-effective production of the natural gas wells and facilities in the area.
As a leader within the team, you will be required to support and promote our Culture of Safety and Continuous Improvement. Effective leadership, communication and coordination skills are essential, as a key function of this role is effectively engaging stakeholders including: local land owners, the MD & Counties, and the Facility, Exploitation and Subsurface teams based in Calgary.
- Job location: Fort St. John, BC
- Shift schedule: 8 x 6 rotation, Wednesday to Wednesday
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: May 29, 2025
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide leadership, knowledge and direction to field staff towards Canadian Natural's Safety Management Systems
- Maximize safe well production and facility throughout by working closely with Production Foreman, Maintenance Foreman, EHS Coordinator, Technical and Administration Teams to maintain runtime performance of > 98% from wellhead to sales
- Participate in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual operating budgets while maintaining cost control for your area
- Provide leadership and supervision to field staff by on-site work planning and day-to-day direction while managing staff performance, spend >80% of time in the field
- Maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
What You Bring to the Role:
- 7+ years of production/field experience in an operations role, with primary focus on natural gas production both sweet and sour (Maintenance trade experience may also be considered)
- Provide planning and economics to projects, T/A and routine Preventative maintenance in the area
- Working knowledge of safety standards, environmental regulations and budget preparation experience
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification preferred
- Skilled communication, coaching and training abilities related to facility equipment, processes and interactions (plant to field and site to site)
- Strong data analysis and computer skills with SCADA, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, Production Tracker, Accumap, PVR
Key Attributes for Success:
- Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide the team
- Strong operational experience, wellhead to sales
- Excellent communication and coordination capabilities to ensure seamless operations
- A proactive approach to stakeholder engagement and relationship-building
What We Offer:
- 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
- Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
Note: This is a BC based position – the salary range is estimated to be between $128,400 – $145,000.
Company Description
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.
