Our client, a major oil and gas producer, is seeking a Field Artificial Lift Technologist/Specialist based out of their Whitecourt office.  This role will be on a Monday-Friday shift working 8 hour days and must be local to the area as no accommodations are provided. 
 
Reporting to the Foreman/Assistant Foreman, the Field Artificial Lift Technologist/Specialist is primarily responsible for the optimization of well production & performance while interfacing with field operations, Integrated Control Central (IOC) and field engineering teams. The Field Artificial Lift Technologist/Specialist will also advise & mentor on well and artificial lift design and when required may interface with facilities to contribute to the technical and functional operation of wells.

Key Responsibilities:

• interact & work together on a regular basis with cross functional teams & groups across the company including Safety, Integrity, Operations, Engineering Teams, Well Servicing, Completions, Accounting, Supply Management and Information Systems. Externally, you will interface with local municipal governments, regulators, as well as stakeholders, such as landowners, service providers (contract companies) & Indigenous communities. 
• Ensure D60 flaring and all other directives, regulations and IRPs are adhered to. 
• Provide technical support for Management of Change (MOC) and safety in artificial lift design.
• Maximizing production through optimization of wells and facilities, facilitate KPIs for equipment performance such as pumps, plungers, timers, logic and injection systems.
• Manage and track the fluid management and optimization program for Whitecourt Area.
• Attend and advise on gas lift quarterly, bi-weekly technical team sessions in the greater NW Alberta operating area.
• Ensuring clear communication of optimization opportunities with IOC and field operations. 
• Analyze data to make appropriate recommendations for cost effective solutions. 
• Advise Field Operations Engineer/Technologist on artificial design implementations.
• Participate in well reviews and follow up on WRT items in a timely manner. 
• Explore and utilize technology to improve operability & mitigate risk. 
• Maintain ethical standards throughout all business practices. 
• Provide training & education for operations staff. 
• Mentor new Tech.’s, EIT’s and operational teams throughout initiatives with consideration for the delegation of tasks & development of people as part of succession planning. 
• Ensure the appropriate key personnel are involves and/or consulted as required, including Superintendents, Production Managers, Foreman, Maintenance Foremen and Field Engineering Teams. 

Requirements: 
•    Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in Engineering or Operational role. 
•    Engineering Degree or Technology Diploma preferred. 
•    Demonstrated strong commitment to safety & environmental principles & practices. 
•    Broad knowledge & use of this knowledge to assist operational teams. 
•    Demonstrated a high level of communication, organization & analytical skill. 
•    Uses a communication approach that is diplomatic & appropriate to the situation. 
•    Ability to adapt to frequently changing external & internal requirements by adjusting current & developing new business practices. 
•    Possesses knowledge in economics, financial reporting, controls & ethical practices. 
•    Proficient with business tools & processes.  
•    Ability to drive throughout area of responsibility in all type of weather conditions. 
•    Perform walking activities in all type of grades & slopes. 
•    Sitting at computer stations for prolonged periods of time. 
•    Extended hours of work when required. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with Roska DBO and this position; however only  candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 
 
Roska DBO Inc. is a customer-focused operations company with a more than 25+ year track record offering expertise in production and equipment solutions on well sites and facilities. Based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, with a network of locations, Roska serves all of western and northern Canada, plus selected U.S. and international markets, with a primary focus on the Alberta/ B.C. region.
 
Our Workforces Solutions group works with customers across western Canada to recruit qualified candidates for assignments ranging from emergency callouts to longer term contingent workforce solutions. Our customers rely on us for operational staff, including plant/field operators, turnaround staff, administration and camp support staff.
 
In addition to fulfilling the operating needs of oil and gas producing, midstream and pipeline companies, Roska operates, designs and builds well-site facilities, rents equipment and provides production testing and flowback services using a company-owned well testing fleet. When you join the Roska team, the sky is the limit!