Foreman - Chief Power Engineer

About this Opportunity

Harvest Operations Corp. is a diverse energy company, based out of Calgary, offering exposure to conventional upstream oil and natural gas production and SAGD operations. We are focused on identifying opportunities to create and deliver value with an active development program and a technical approach taken to maximize our assets. Harvest is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our people, the public and the environment through every decision and action taken each day.

Harvest Operations is currently recruiting for a Foreman - Chief Power Engineer reporting to the Superintendent. The Foreman - Chief Power Engineer will lead and guide key staff to understand and execute Harvest’s company objectives and policies. The Foreman - Chief Power Engineer carries out the direction from Superintendent to meet specific targets and goals, while demonstrating competence across a range of technical and supervision skills. This is a full-time position with a 7/7 shift schedule based out of our BlackGold facility located in Conklin, Alberta.

What we can offer

At Harvest, we recognize the value of strong leadership and technical expertise. We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive compensation, meaningful work, and opportunities for growth.

• Strong compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Strong safety culture and team-oriented environment

What we are looking for

Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

• 1st class power engineering certificate.
• 10-15 years of experience in oil & gas operations with majority of experience in SAGD facilities.
• Experience as a Chief Power Engineer in a SAGD operation is an asset.

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Strong understanding of upstream/midstream operations.
• Proficient in MS Office, scheduling software, and operations management systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Team player with strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills
• Committed to best practices in health, safety, and environmental management
• Ethical business conduct and community responsibility
• Self–motivated, open-minded and results oriented

What you will do

• Ensure all fired and pressure equipment complies with current engineering standards and ABSA Legislation.
• Collaborate with Engineering to manage the site Owner User Program and the Asset Integrity Management system.
• Provide input to Management of Change and development projects to optimize production.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in accordance with ABSA, AER, OH&S.
• Manage the Onsite Car-seal Program.
• Provide input on employee performance reviews and staff development.
• Coordination of daily operations and maintenance activities to meet daily production targets and maintenance KPI’s.
• Capture and provide operational and maintenance activities to key stakeholders.
• Liaison with Marketing and Production Engineering to ensure sales and purchasing nominations are met in accordance with contracts.
• Validate and prioritize maintenance work requests from all functional groups in accordance with scheduling guidelines.
• Manage emergency work requests and assist with coordination of resources in response.
• Assist in turnaround planning activities. Ensuring correct work scopes are in the activity window and provide operational guidance to shutdown activities to maximize efficiency of resources, timelines and cost management within the framework of a defined project management workplan.
• Operations/site representative for project representation with third party vendors and internal engineering group.
• Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, invoice review and approvals.

Additional Information

This position is a “fly-in, fly-out” position. BlackGold is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton, as well as bus transportation to site.

This position is classified as safety sensitive. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol testing and a physical demands assessment.

We recognize the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of education and experience, even if you do not meet every listed requirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harvest is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive workplace where all individuals have merit-based opportunities to grow and succeed. We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our teams, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation.

All qualified applicants will be considered based on skills, experience, and abilities. Position requirements may be adjusted to meet business needs. Title and compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

For more information about careers at Harvest, please visit harvestoperations.com/careers.

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We sincerely thank those who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.