Senior Integrated Operations Centre Operator

Date Posted:  19 Jan 2025
Location: 

Grande Prairie, Alberta, CA

ARC has had an exciting growth story driven by the contributions of our people, principled business strategy and high-performance culture. We are a Canadian energy company with a strong track record of operational and financial performance. Today, we are the largest pure-play Montney producer, and Canada’s third-largest natural gas producer and largest producer of condensate.


In alignment with our values, we are proud to produce Canadian energy safely and efficiently. Producing low-cost, reliable energy strengthens our resilience in the evolving global energy system, and enables ARC to create value for our people, shareholders, stakeholders and communities.


We have a long-term view and are committed to best-in-class performance in every aspect of our business. Following our guiding principles has shaped the company we are today and will underpin our success in the future. Through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to operational excellence, our people drive our company’s success. From the office to the field, our team of talented professionals work hard each day to safely execute our business and create positive and lasting impacts for our stakeholders.


At ARC, we know a diverse workforce drives better decision-making and stronger performance. We are building a workplace that creates a sense of belonging, promotes diversity of thought, and represents the experience and backgrounds of the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please go to our website Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - ARC Resources.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY:  
We are currently looking for two Integrated Operations Centre Operator’s based in our Grande Prairie office. The successful candidates will be responsible for offering remote operational expertise to support the field operations team in the operation of wells, pipelines, super pads, and plants. They will work closely with a cross-functional team that includes Production Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Asset Integrity professionals in real-time to ensure safe, optimized production and maximum efficiency in accordance with ARC Resources' policies, procedures, and practices. The roles involve a rotating schedule of 7 days on and 7 days off, with both day and night shifts lasting 12 hours each. Occasional travel to field locations may also be required. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for real-time monitoring and dispatching appropriate responses to field alarms while effectively analyzing root causes using rapid anomaly detection tools 
  • Assist with troubleshooting, manual overrides, pigging support, and operations support  
  • Communicate daily operating instructions and contribute to the maintenance planning cycles
  • Liase with the logistics team to optimize produced water and condensate movement in the field 
  • Examine leak detection system, gas monitors, and H2S monitors; and report anomalies 
  • Coordinate inspection/intervention to help prevent API Tiered releases, and initiation of ERP when required 
  • Utilize exception-based production monitoring tools to efficiently troubleshoot and direct targeted responses to address volume loss and recovery 
  • Monitor flowback and new well production in accordance with ARC’s Sand Management Plan to prevent any loss of containment due to erosion 
  • Monitor work alone platform 
  • Oversee and adjust various artificial lift technologies to ensure maximum efficiency 
  • Surveil sites equipped with CCTV and intrusion alarms to help prevent property loss 

 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO ARC

  • The successful candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of upstream and plant operations experience, with control room experience being considered an asset 
  • Significant knowledge of SCADA systems, PI Process Book, and HMI Operations 
  • Clear understanding of control system and process alarms and proper response 
  • Significant knowledge of Emergency Response Plans and ERP execution 
  • Solid knowledge of digital ways of working and proficient knowledge in MS Office 
  • Significant experience in a technical operating environment 
  • Demonstrated commitment to HSE performance and delivering safe production 
  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment, demonstrating the ability to adjust priorities based on business need 
  • Ability to be candid and respectfully challenge current ways of working to continuously improve the business 
  • Effective communication skills across multiple levels of the organization 
  • Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with multiple stakeholders

 

REWARDING OPPORTUNITY:

  • An opportunity to be part of delivering responsible energy by developing and growing your career with us
  • Working collaboratively with, and learning from some of the most talented and experienced people in our industry
  • A market-competitive and pay-for-performance total compensation plan, including eligibility to participate in our bonus and long-term incentive programs
  • Top-tier benefits, wellness/healthcare spending accounts and savings plans
  • A culture of caring and high performance
  • Focus on health and well-being
  • An environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, feel a sense of belonging, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the Canadian energy industry

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • The role consists of both day and night shifts, 12 hours per shift, on a rotating 7 days on 7 days off schedule

  • As this role is considered safety sensitive, the successful candidate will be required to successfully complete drug and alcohol testing, and a fitness to work test

 

We thank you for your interest in ARC, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodation for applicants is available upon request during the recruitment process.