Contractor field operator monitoring pipelines, pigging systems, and integrity activities for NorthRiver Midstream’s Canadian gas gathering and processing operations. Supporting safe operations, emergency response, inspections, and regulatory reporting across field facilities.
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor pipeline facilities according to approved Operating & Maintenance Manuals
Execute pipeline start-ups, shutdowns, normal operations, upset conditions, and emergency procedures
Conduct field inspections of pump stations, valves, pigging facilities, SCADA equipment, instrumentation, metering, and pressure-control systems
Identify, respond to, and report abnormal operating conditions, including pressure deviations, leaks, and equipment failures
Provide operational support and field verification to the Control Room
Prepare pig launchers and receivers using lockout/tagout, depressurization, and verification procedures
Load, launch, track, and receive cleaning, batching, gauging, and intelligent/ILI pigs
Monitor pressures, pump rates, and pig signals; troubleshoot stalled or stuck pigs and assist with recovery
Inspect pig traps, closures, seals, kicker lines, drains, vents, and instrumentation after runs
Maintain pig inventories and proper storage and handling
Conduct ground, vehicle, or aerial right-of-way patrols to identify encroachments, ground disturbance, erosion, geotechnical hazards, and leaks/releases
Assist with coating inspections and repairs, corrosion monitoring, integrity digs, excavations, ILI tool correlation, and feature verification
Implement mitigation actions assigned by Integrity or Engineering teams
Follow safety programs covering hazard identification, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, and pressure safety
Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, drills, and incident investigations
Act as safety watch during pigging and other high-risk operations
Maintain exclusion zones and manage hazards involving high pressure, NGL vapours, and H₂S where applicable
Maintain readiness for alarms, releases, and public complaints
Participate in emergency response exercises and assist with isolation, containment, notifications, and response coordination
Complete daily operational logs, pigging reports, inspection and patrol reports, and AOC/incident reports
Ensure documentation meets CER regulatory requirements and company Management System standards
Perform on-call and emergency response duties, with extensive travel and out-of-town work as required
Requirements
Strong understanding of pipeline operations and hydraulics
Strong understanding of NGL properties and pressure management
Strong understanding of pigging principles and pig behavior
Ability to interpret P&IDs, alignment sheets, operating manuals, and procedures
Mechanical aptitude and experience working with high-pressure systems
Proficiency with SCADA interfaces and field instrumentation
Strong situational awareness, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities
Technical diploma or equivalent oil & gas field experience
2–3+ years of experience in pipeline operations, liquids pipelines, pigging, or integrity-related field work
Valid driver’s license with clean abstract
Ability to travel and work in remote locations
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks
Willingness to participate in on-call, standby, shift work, and overtime as required
Compliance with company Drug & Alcohol Policy
Ability to meet respiratory protection/clean-shaven requirements where applicable
Preferred: previous NGL or liquids pipeline experience
Preferred: pigging and ILI tool handling experience
Preferred: ground disturbance and ROW monitoring experience
Preferred: First Aid, Emergency Response, Confined Space, and H₂S Alive
Preferred: familiarity with CER OPR and Management System requirements
Benefits
A culture of continuous learning and mentorship from the best in the business (and fun!)
Career growth and personal development opportunities
Partnership, collaboration, and ownership culture
Diversity and inclusion with equal access to opportunities
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