Lead Operator

The Opportunity:

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. 

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 a Lead Operator in the Gold Creek Field, you will spend most of your time in the field as a key member of a dynamic, cross-functional team, upholding Canadian Natural’s mission and values. Located south of Grande Prairie, Alberta, this fast-paced area produces approximately 30,000 BOE/d and supports significant multi-year development. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work across functions, including Safety, Integrity, Environmental, and various Engineering disciplines, and to be a catalyst for continuous improvement.

• Job location: Grande Prairie, Alberta *
• Shift schedule: 8 x 6, 10 hours per shift
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: June 10, 2026

*Please note, the successful applicant will be expected to live in the Grande Prairie area.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide daily mentorship to team members with a clear display towards operational, technical, financial and safety excellence, as well as environmental responsibility
• Provide hands-on competency SOCT training to team members 
• Assist with monitoring production volumes, working closely with a cross-functional team to maintain runtime performance > 98% 
• Utilize Continues Improvement techniques and processes to support the area safety, production, financial and environmental targets
• Assist with monitoring compressor, facility, battery, and plant throughput relative to capability and initiate actions to optimize, correct deficiencies, resolve operational problems 
• Provide local supervision of projects as directed by the Production Foreman or Assistant Foreman

What You Bring to the Role:

• 7+ years of oil and gas industry experience
• Minimum grade 12/GED and GPO (Gas Plant Operator A-D) and/or PFO (Production Field Operations A-D) or a Journeyperson Certificate or a Technology diploma
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification will be considered an asset
• 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 and teaching best practices

• 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