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Whitecap Resources · Onsite · Whitecourt

Whitecap Resources Inc. is a leading Canadian energy company committed to delivering reliable returns to shareholders through the responsible development of oil and natural gas assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With a strong track record of profitable growth and a sustainable dividend, Whitecap delivers long-term value to investors, supported by investment-grade financial strength.

Since September 2009, Whitecap has experienced remarkable growth, increasing production from 850 boe/d to over 365,000 boe/d. We have unconventional and conventional assets exclusively focused in Western Canada and the asset base includes the Weyburn EOR Project. As a majority owner and operator of the Weyburn EOR Project, annually we safely sequester approximately 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 making it a unique project within our portfolio. We currently employ 1,200 people, including our valued contract staff.

At Whitecap, our corporate culture is entrepreneurial. We strive to create a culture of purpose and integrity where initiative and innovation are encouraged and valued. Our corporate philosophy allows us to develop skills, collaborate alongside our teammates, and ultimately have a fulfilling career.

Purpose:

A key member of our Kaybob south area, you will provide support to the operations team, ensuring that gas is produced in an efficient and cost-effective manner which facilitates safety, health, environmental, and regulatory compliance and business stewardship. Your primary responsibility will be the day-to-day operation and maintenance of field equipment within assigned operations runs, while adhering to government and company standards.

Main Responsibilities & Activities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operation, inspection, maintenance, alteration and repair of the field equipment

  • Ensuring Environment, Health & Safety are a top priority, and completing all work with a safety conscious attitude

  • Must be a team player with good communication skills and willingness to learn and be accepting and receptive to new ideas.

  • Complete and maintain accurate records and submissions of all necessary documents and reports in relation to the field operation and equipment.

  • Perform housekeeping duties as necessary on and around equipment, process area, and control room; keeping equipment and well sites clean and clear.

  • Routine well maintenance, chemical pump checks and repairs, plunger/ bumper spring measuring and replacement

  • Safety and compliance inspections (Safety, Tanks, Lease…)

  • Pipeline Operations and maintenance (Pigging, chemical programs, inspections)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Minimum 5 years oil field well operating experience.

  • Flowing wells, Plunger wells, Gas lift wells, well site power generation

  • Good computer skills are a necessity.

  • Self –motivated, open-minded and results oriented.

  • Safety training current and up to date including: First Aid/CPR, H2S.

Other Info:

  • Qualified candidates must have ability to work an 8 days ON/6 days OFF shifts with a rotating schedule when required.

  • Work location is near Fox Creek, Alberta but candidates from the Whitecourt area will also be considered.

  • Successful candidate will be required to work overtime as well as holidays if they fall during normal work schedule.

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About Whitecap Resources

Our employees enjoy a collaborative, innovative, and rewarding workplace culture where they can thrive and develop skills to enhance their career journey at Whitecap. Our market-competitive compensation package offers base salary, vacation, a comprehensive health benefits package, pay-for-performance compensation via our short-term and long-term incentive programs (as applicable), competitive allowances for our field-based employees, and the opportunity to join our share purchase matching savings program. Whitecap supports giving back to our communities in which we live and work, with an emphasis on children’s health, education, and wellness. We also have an employee charitable-matching prog

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