Posted 3 months ago
Rig Manager - Well Servicing
@ Western Energy Services Corp.
Blackfalds, AB · Lloydminster, AB · Grande Prairie, AB
Overview
Western Energy Services Corp. is hiring a Rig Manager to supervise a well servicing rig crew and oversee all rig operations on location. The role is full-time seasonal, requires work away from home and in all weather conditions, and includes a retention bonus and matched savings program.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all well servicing operations on location
- Monitor rig equipment condition and coordinate repairs
- Ensure HSE and regulatory compliance
- Coordinate daily activities with clients and suppliers
- Train and mentor crew members
Requirements summary:
- Prior service rig experience as Driller or Rig Manager
- Valid full Class 5 driver's licence
- H2S Alive and First Aid with CPR preferred
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Willing to work in all weather and away from home
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Air brakes endorsement, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid with CPR, CSO, Fall Protection, Rig Rescue |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Western Energy Services Corp.
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We provide integrated drilling, well services and rental services with contract drilling available in the US.
Full company description
Western Energy Services Corp. is an oilfield service company which provides contract drilling services in Canada through its division Horizon Drilling and in the United States through its wholly-owned subsidiary Stoneham Drilling Corporation. In Canada, Western also provides well servicing through its division Eagle Well Servicing and provides oilfield rental services through its division Aero Rental Services. Each business line is focused on the same key principles: • Attracting and training best-in-class people to deliver our products and services to our strong customer base. • Promoting a safe and progressive work environment from office to worksite for employees, contractors, customers and communities where we work. • Optimizing and managing assets to deliver quality products and services that meet the needs of an ever-changing industry. • Managing its balance sheet to allow for controlled strategic growth and positioning within the marketplace. Western’s strength in understanding the industry coupled with operational expertise and quality equipment, has resulted in Western becoming Canada’s sixth largest drilling company and seventh largest well servicing company.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,619
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 66
- Reported office locations
- 1700, 915 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1K3, CA
- Business categories
- Energy
- Oil and Gas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy & Utilities
- Energy, mining, utilities
- Other recorded names
- Western Energy Services Corp.
- Specialties
- Contract Drilling
- Well Servicing
- and Oilfield Equipment Rentals
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 22,681
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Western Energy Services Corp. is an oilfield service company which provides contract drilling services in Canada through its division Horizon Drilling and in the United States through its wholly-owned subsidiary Stoneham Drilling Corporation. In Canada, Western also provides well servicing through its division Eagle Well Servicing and provides oilfield rental services through its division Aero Rental Services. Each…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Contract DrillingWell Servicingand Oilfield Equipment Rentals |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
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Western operates contract drilling services across Canada and maintains a United States presence through Stoneham Drilling. Within Canada, Western also provides well servicing and high-quality rental services to support a broad range of customer needs. Across all operations, the company remains committed to safe, efficient, and reliable energy service solutions.
The Rig Manager is the supervisor of the well servicing rig crew responsible for the safe operation of the well servicing rig. This leadership role oversees all rig operations, ensuring the safety and performance of crew members while maintaining compliance with operational, HSE (Health, Safety and Environmental, HR (Human Resources) and administrative requirements. The Rig Manager coordinates daily activities with clients, suppliers and third-party service providers, supports operational planning and execution, and provides leadership, training and mentorship to crew members. Rig Manager is responsible for promoting company safety standards and procedures, National Safety Code(NSC) compliance, and the continuous development of personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all well servicing operations on location
- Monitor the condition of rig equipment, reporting major mechanical issues to Operations field office and coordinating required repairs
- Ensure compliance with HSE, regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures
- Coordinate daily activities with clients, suppliers, and third-party service providers
- Training and mentorship with crew members
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous service rig experience working in Driller, and Rig Manager position
- Valid full Class 5 Drivers license & reliable transportation
- Air Brakes Endorsement is preferred
- Preferred Industry Tickets:
- H2S Alive
- Standard First Aid with CPR
- CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
- Fall Protection for Rig Work
- Rig Rescue for Rig Work preferred
- Well Service Blowout Prevention (BOP)
- Boiler Certification
- CAOEC Rig Assessor considered an asset
- Ability to pass pre-employment testing
- Fluent in Written/Spoken English
- Be willing to work in all weather conditions and work environments with work away from home for periods of time
What we offer:
- Immediate Employee Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
- Retention Bonus
- Matched Savings Program - up to 5%
- Steady crews with opportunity for local work
Rig Manager position is full-time seasonal position. Seasonal work is based on operational requirements, project schedules, weather and environmental conditions and other factors outside our control.
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