At Ovintiv, our products fuel the world through safe, affordable, and reliable energy. Ovintiv’s workplace culture is built upon our foundational values of One, Agile, Driven and Innovative, and we are relentlessly committed to safe and sustainable operations. We value the opportunity to engage and collaborate in person, believing this is best cultivated through our in-office environment. We drive societal progress by valuing our workforce, strengthening the communities we call home and respecting the rights of all. Join our team as we make modern life possible. Posting Close Date: 08/23/2025 Ovintiv requires a full-time Contract Operator to operate the Gold Creek Field. The Field consists of sour well production and a gathering system that transports production to process facilities in the area. This position requires a strong knowledge and experience in the operation of production wells, liquid separation, compression, water injection, dehydration, gaslift/plungerlift, and associated pipeline networks. This position requires daytime coverage consisting of 10 hour shifts working on an 8 / 6 rotation. Requirement to be on call after hours. Responsibilities: Operate Field facilities and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Troubleshoot process problems and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization, working closely with Lead Operator. Monitor field well performance and facility conditions utilizing SCADA systems. Maintain superior housekeeping standards throughout the field and facilities at all times. Responsible for minor maintenance and the coordination of other maintenance activities. Understand and perform safety responsibilities such as hazard identification, equipment lock-out, emergency response, follow safe work procedures. Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulatory requirements. Responsible for corrective actions if required. Ensure effective communication with operations, maintenance and management staff. Ensure work order and operations improvement processes are followed. Maintain proper documentation including plant logs, maintenance records, safety & environment reports, etc. Assist with project work including turnarounds. Track and maintain key performance indicators such as production, downtime and production losses. Qualifications: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Must live within the Grande Prairie or surrounding area. Valid Class 5 driver’s license. Minimum 2 years of operational experience. Entry level may be considered. Routine operational and maintenance experience. Good understanding of liquid separation, compression, injection wells, dehydration, gaslift/plungerlift, and pipeline maintenance. Strong organizational and communication skills are required. Proficient in use and application of PC programs specifically in PVR, Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability and confidence to work with minimal supervision and proven strong leadership abilities. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and is open to take on a variety of operational challenges. Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with proven analytical, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills. Team player with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required; ability to handle multiple tasks and make decisions in a fast-paced environment. At Ovintiv, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to any individual inquiry about the status of your application. Ovintiv is a leading North American energy producer that is focused on growing its strong portfolio of diverse resource plays producing natural gas, oil and natural gas liquids. By partnering with employees, community organizations and other businesses, Ovintiv contributes to the strength and sustainability of the communities where it operates. Click here to hear more about our Playbook! Competitive medical, dental, life, disability and insurance coverage you can customize to meet your personal needs. Wellness programs to support your emotional, social, financial and physical wellbeing including an employee and family assistance program. A competitive vacation program along with the first and third Friday of every month off to encourage work/life balance. A market–leading Family Leave practice which includes 16 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 10 paid parental days for secondary caregivers. An annual bonus program designed to recognize both individual and company performance. A long-term incentive program (eligibility varies based on position) to provide you an ownership stake in the company. An annual allowance to use for items most meaningful to you, such as a home computer, fitness club membership, transportation costs, etc. A generous retirement plan including both employee and company contributions. An opportunity to give back to your community or charity of choice through a volunteer program and a matching donation program up to $10,000.
