10+ years of field experience in operational, maintenance, or technical roles
Engineering degree, Technology diploma, or Journeyman certification preferred
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferred
Strong knowledge of safety standards and environmental regulations
Demonstrated team leadership experience in supervisory or mentorship roles
Proven project management skills in planning and execution
Familiarity with Oil & Gas economics
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong data analysis and computer skills, including MS Office and maintenance systems like MAXIMO
Responsibilities
Lead and guide maintenance staff on safety management systems
Maximize production and reliability by collaborating with various teams
Monitor gas compression equipment performance through KPIs
Organize resources for efficient turnaround planning and scheduling
Assist in developing operating and capital budgets for maintenance
Prepare Authorization for Expenditures for projects while controlling costs
Collaborate with operations to schedule maintenance and train on equipment
Coordinate supervisory activities while spending 50% of time in the field
Benefits
Competitive salary and stock options
Relocation assistance may be available
100% employer-paid extended health, dental, and vision benefits
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Community volunteer opportunities
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Opportunity:
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.
Job location: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Shift schedule: 5x2, Monday to Friday, 8-hours per day
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline: November 24, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
Provide leadership, knowledge and direction to maintenance staff regarding Canadian Natural's Safety Management Systems
Maximize 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 sales
Ensure gas compression equipment is operating at maximum capacity by monitoring monthly KPI's
Delegate and organize people and resources efficiently to plan and prioritize turnarounds, as well as schedule and coordinate down time to minimize production losses
Assist in developing the area operating and capital budgets as they relate to equipment maintenance
Prepare Authorization for Expenditures (AFEs) for overhauls and capital projects, ensuring effective cost control while evaluating and implementing cost-effective solutions to maintenance challenges
Collaborate with the operations teams to plan and schedule facility maintenance, develop equipment maintenance plans, and provide training on equipment operations
Coordinate various supervisory activities while maintaining 50% of the time in the field including, but not limited to:
Scheduling and leading field meetings
Organizing work schedule
Completing personnel and equipment reviews, as required
What You Bring to the Role:
10+ years of field experience in an operational, maintenance or technical role
Engineering degree, Technology diploma, or Journeyman certification preferred
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferred
Working knowledge of safety standards and environmental regulations
Proven team leadership experience in a supervisory or mentorship capacity
Proven project management skills in planning, preparations and execution
Knowledge of fundamentals of Oil & Gas economics
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong 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/software
