Maintenance Foreman

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.Make your mark while you grow your career! As the Maintenance Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating area maintenance activities for a dynamic, multi-trades team of contractors and employees working at several locations and within varying operations. Based out of Grande Prairie, this role requires frequent travel to all applicable area wells and facilities within the area. Exceptional communication skills are required as you will liaise daily with area personnel to plan, schedule, prioritize and coordinate maintenance work relating to rotating equipment and control systems while maintaining an environmentally safe and cost-effective work environment.Shift schedule:
5x2, Monday to Friday, 8-hours per daySafety sensitive position:
YesKey Accountabilities:
Provide leadership, knowledge and direction to maintenance staff regarding Canadian Natural's Safety Management SystemsMaximize safe well production and facility throughout with a focus on overall reliability by working closely with Production Foreman, EHS Coordinator, Technical and Administration Teams to maintain runtime performance of >
98% from wellhead to salesEnsure gas compression equipment is operating at maximum capacity by monitoring monthly KPI’sDelegate and organize people and resources efficiently to plan and prioritize turnarounds, as well as schedule and coordinate down time to minimize production lossesAssist in developing the area operating and capital budgets as they relate to equipment maintenancePrepare Authorization for Expenditures (AFEs) for overhauls and capital projects, ensuring effective cost control while evaluating and implementing cost-effective solutions to maintenance challengesCollaborate with the operations teams to plan and schedule facility maintenance, develop equipment maintenance plans, and provide training on equipment operationsCoordinate various supervisory activities while maintaining 50% of the time in the field including, but not limited to:
Scheduling and leading field meetingsOrganizing work scheduleCompleting personnel and equipment reviews, as required
What You Bring to the Role:
10+ years of field experience in an operational, maintenance or technical roleEngineering degree, Technology diploma, or Journeyman certification preferredLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferredWorking knowledge of safety standards and environmental regulationsProven team leadership experience in a supervisory or mentorship capacityProven project management skills in planning, preparations and executionKnowledge of fundamentals of Oil & Gas economicsEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong data analysis and computer skills utilizing MS Office, SCADA, Production Accounting systems, Maintenance systems (MAXIMO), Financial Accounting systems, and ability to learn and utilize various technical systems/softwareWhat We Offer:
Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonusesMay be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision BenefitsHealth & Wellness Spending AccountMultiple volunteer opportunities within the communityEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramAccess to online learning platforms for continuous learning and developmentPaid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer FridaysWe 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.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.
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