CA$90,000 – CA$120KEntryFull Time
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What’s the role
Shell is seeking a Production Operator – Upstream (also known internally as either a Plant or Field Operator) to join its team in Fort St. John.
Shell Canada’s Groundbirch asset is located approximately 70 km southwest of Fort St. John, British Columbia. It is an upstream Montney gas field that includes roughly 500 operating wells and four gas plants. Groundbirch is a key asset supplying feed gas to LNG Canada; we take pride in helping Canada deliver LNG to the rest of the world.
The Production Operator – Upstream is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of oil and gas production facilities. This role ensures production targets are met while maintaining strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
In addition, this is a field-based role with exposure to varying weather conditions. The work schedule will be 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts) or 8 days on/6 days off (10-hour shifts) depending on successful candidates best fit into the organization, including night shifts and on-call requirements.
Accountabilities:
Safe and Compliant Operations
Production Execution
Equipment Reliability & Maintenance
Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, and minor maintenance
Identify equipment issues early and initiate work requests for corrective action
Support planned maintenance activities, shutdowns, and turnarounds
Surveillance & Reporting
Record production data, field readings, and operational status accurately and in a timely manner
Maintain logbooks, shift reports, and digital reporting systems
Escalate abnormal conditions or equipment failures promptly
Continuous Improvement
Contribute to operational excellence through participation in improvement initiatives
Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions (PDCA mindset)
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance reliability
Team Collaboration
Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams.
Participate actively in shift handovers, tailgate talks, and safety meetings
Contribute to a culture of psychological safety and inclusive teamwork
What you bring
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
High School Diploma
4th class Power Engineer is a plus
At least 10 Years upstream operation and/or gas plant operating experience required
Experience in wellsite, gathering operations, and/or gas plant operating systems
Strong understanding of oil and gas production processes and equipment
Working knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements
Must be willing to work on-call shifts, including nights and weekends, with occasional overtime as needed
Willing to work outside in inclement weather
Willing to climb ladders, walk up and down steps, and work at heights
Willing to work a rotating shift work schedule
Comfortable working alone outside of normal business hours and/or with minimal supervision
Willing to be on call and meet call-out standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies
Willing to support and comply with the company’s safety policies and initiatives
Must have a Driver License
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.
What we offer
The hourly rate for this role pay range is $45.89 - $60.59 per hour. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people in an innovative work environment. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.
Progress as a person as we work on innovative projects together
Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead
Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices
Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise
Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself
Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working
Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase; our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world
Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world
We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply
Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams
Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs
We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here.
Shell in Canada
Shell Canada is part of a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with an average of 92,000 employees in more than 70 countries and has been operating in Canada since 1911.
Shell Canada is one of the few truly integrated energy companies in Canada with all of Shell’s global businesses represented, including upstream, integrated gas, downstream, and renewables and energy solutions. That means we do everything from exploration, gas production, refining and manufacturing, to providing fuels and developing energy solutions for our customers.
At a glance, our businesses and projects in Canada include:
Joint Venture Partner (40%) with LNG Canada which will export Canadian natural gas to Asian markets
Shale gas and liquids assets in Alberta and British Columbia
A network of 1,400 retail stations across Canada
The Scotford Complex in Alberta, includes an upgrader, chemicals plant and is home to the Quest carbon capture and storage facility
The Sarnia Manufacturing Centre refinery in Ontario
Investments in renewables and energy solutions, including EV charging, hydrogen and biofuels
15 Shell-owned distribution terminals, three of which have marine operations
Shell Aviation Canada delivers across a network of 27 airport fixed-based operations and airport consortiums, from coast to coast. Shell Aviation provides 1.7 billion liters of high-quality fuel annually in Canada and offers reliable and safe into-plane delivery
Strong Sulphur and Lubricants businesses as well as an innovative Supply and Trading business
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