Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 325-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

Tundra is seeking a Production Engineer/E.I.T. for our Virden, Manitoba office.  The objective of this position will be to provide production engineering support in the Sinclair Business Development team. The successful candidate will work on properties in the Sinclair area where Tundra Oil and Gas is active.  The incumbent in this role with be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.

Reporting to the Manager, Production Engineering, the principal duties and responsibilities of the Production Engineer/E.I.T. are to:

 

·         Provide Production Engineering skills and services to cost effectively manage and maximize daily production within the assigned Business Development Team (BDT) area.

·         Provide a lead role and liaison for recognition and resolution of Production Engineering issues between the Business Development Team and field Operations.

·         Proactive participation / implementation of all Company Safety Policies / Practices.

·         Monitor production rates vs budget/target on existing wells.

·         Equip, start-up, and monitor production rates vs budget/target on all new wells within the BDT area.

·         Monitor, model, and optimization of existing artificial lift systems to extend run life.

·         Reviews and recommendations for interventions on well or lift failures.

·         Interact regularly with Operations to maintain appropriate well testing on existing, new, and worked over wells.

·         Recognize well production issues, develop workover plans, recommendations, economics analyses, and assist with workover programs and cost estimates.

·         Artificial lift designs, alternatives, cost comparisons on new and existing wells.

·         Research, evaluate and implement new artificial lift pumping systems and other technologies.

·         Assist with completion program development on new wells.

·         Understand Production Engineering related operating cost drivers and assist Operations with monitoring and managing operating costs.

·         Monitor gathering system pressures and evaluate production restrictions.

·         Monitor fluid processing capability and proactively ensure adequate water disposal capability.

·         Assist Operations with production engineering related issues.

·         Assist with Field development and implementation of Team Capital Program.

·         Assist to ensure production operations remain in compliance with regulations.

·         Other related duties as required.

 

Candidates for this position will possess the following qualifications and competencies and be able to meet the travel requirements associated with this role:

 

·         Engineering Degree/Petroleum Technology Diploma, or other applicable education combined with relevant oil & gas experience will be considered.

·         Previous oil field experience, specifically exposure to rod pumping artificial lift systems; well completions and workovers; waterflood facilities and monitoring would be a definite asset.

·         Knowledge of Production Engineering practices and principle would be considered an asset.

·         Ability to complete all company required training:

o   H2S

o   First Aid

o   WHMIS

o   other courses as required.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office applications as well as third party software is essential.

·         Possess a high level of proficiency in both oral and written communication skills.

·         Ability to work in a multi-functional, result driven team environment.

·         Good project management skills.

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Strong attention to detail.

·         Must be willing to work overtime, when necessary.

·         Office environment with regular visits to the field is expected.

·         Travel to other Tundra Oil and Gas offices as required.

 

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

 

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com to submit your cover letter and resume along with your salary expectations by end of day, February 26, 2023.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 300-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

 

Tundra has a new opportunity for a Construction Coordinator based out of our Virden, Manitoba location.  Note, this is a field focused position.

 

As a member of the Facilities and Construction group, the Construction Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that construction projects are planned and executed safely, on time and on budget.  This role will be charged with working with project teams to lead and deliver on the construction stage of our projects, assistance with scoping and design, estimating, mobilizing resources, materials, tools and equipment required to erect and install project components according to comprehensive construction plans and objectives. 

Reporting to the Facilities and Construction Manager, some specific duties and responsibilities of the Construction Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

 

·         Provide construction expertise, not only at the construction stage, but coordinate with the developers in scoping, drafting & design, estimation, and the operations team through commissioning and transition

·         Ensure the necessary and appropriate construction standards, policy and procedures are in place and followed

·         Lead, mobilize and manage construction resources, including 3rd party contractors and service providers, when appropriate

·         Work closely with key contractors during the estimating, draft & design, construction and commissioning of projects

·         Assess, evaluate and resolve construction related challenges that may arise during project concept, construction and commissioning stages

·         Provide key leadership in the areas of environment, health and safety, ensuring these are top of mind for all staff and contractors

·         Be prepared to apply rigor and discipline to employing construction standards and seeking to incorporate lessons learned through execution

·         Develop, establish and communicate standards and protocol with respect to tools, equipment and process during construction

·         Coordinate closely with other technical teams, operations groups and corporate support departments.

·         Monitor construction activities, make recommendations for improvements, and take corrective actions as appropriate

·         Be prepared to report against milestones on a frequent basis

·         Review and provide input on policies and procedures governing project management, project controls, engineering and procurement that impact construction activities

·         Other related duties as required

 

Candidates for this position will possess the following qualifications and competencies:

·         Technical diploma or trades related experience is required

·         10 years of construction related experience

·         5 years of experience leading/supervising construction teams, involving multiple trades and construction disciplines

·         Strong people management capabilities coupled with conflict resolution strengths

·         Highly motivated, coupled with strong communication, organizational and project management skills

·         Proven track record of successful project construction completion on time and on budget, often exceeding expectations

·         Knowledgeable in all aspects of construction, including civil, foundations, buildings, piping, mechanical equipment, electrical, instrumentation, and safety

·         Position requires that the majority of the time be spent in the office. Field visits to project sites are required prior, during and for commissioning project

·         Must be willing to work additional hours, when necessary

 

Additional Training Requirements

·         AutoCAD Training

·         CSA Z662 Pipeline System Essentials Course

·         CSA B51 / ASME 31.3 Process Piping Course

·         Project Management course

·         Excel training

 

Knowledge of & Willingness to achieve certificates in

·         TDG

·         WHIMS

·         Defensive Driving

·         Arc Flash Training

·         Ground Disturbance

·         Confined Space

 

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

 

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com to submit your cover letter and resume along with your salary expectations

by end of day February 12th, 2023.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.