Current Opportunities

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor, Production Revenue Accounting, and based in our Calgary head office, this position is an integral part of the Corporate Accounting Department, whose primary responsibility is to provide production accounting expertise.

Job functions will involve:

• Completion of Production Accounting for several oil and gas operated and non-operated properties
• Production volume verification, completion of pipeline splits, revenue and royalty accounting, and government reporting
• Submission of APMC Trucking Rebates
• EPAP and PAD analysis and correction
• Completion of amendments and rework projects
• Booking of journal entries associated with the assigned properties
• Reconciliation of Accounts Receivable
• Coding of allocation-based trucking / processing costs
• Revenue analysis and booking for assigned properties
• Completion of Ad-Hoc projects and PRA Team duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years Production and Revenue Accounting Experience, with extensive exposure to oil and gas batteries, as well as swing gas allocations.
• CAPPA Certificate is preferred.
• Bachelor of Applied Business or Business Diploma is an asset (Business, Finance or Accounting)
• Must have a clear understanding of Service Agreements and their administration
• Preference will be given to candidates with PAS experience
• QByte FM, CS Explorer, Avocet and Open Invoice experience is an asset.
• Must be detail oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills are essential
• Must be a self-starter with ability to follow through on assigned projects 

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 11, 2022.

About this Opportunity

The Field Integrity Technologist is a member of the Integrity Management Team, whose mission is to promote an Integrity culture throughout the corporate operations such that all physical assets are designed, built, operated, and maintained safely and reliably.  

Reporting to the Manager, Integrity Engineering, the primary responsibility of this position is to work with operations to plan required inspections at shutdowns, to assist in the installation, repair, or replacement of equipment and work with Operations’ team on all required activities to support the Pressure Equipment Integrity Management (PEIM), Storage Tank Integrity Program (STIP) and Pipeline Integrity Management programs. This position is based in Grande Prairie, AB.

Job Functions Will Involve: 

• Responsible for effective communication and implementation of the Company’s integrity management programs
• Instill the integrity values in the design and construction process for new and modified systems by participating in/contributing to DBM, HAZOP and/or MOC processes, conducting contractor, shop and site inspections and auditing test and QC activities
• Support ongoing efforts to assure the quality of asset data
• Assist with the development, measurement and tracking of KPI’s for the integrity programs with the expectation to prevent incidents
• Work with Operations and Maintenance Foremen to develop an annual budget for the integrity management programs including:
  • vessel inspections, servicing of PSVs and any specific monitoring/evaluation programs or surveys required
  • pipeline chemical programs, ILIs, other inspections, lines subject to Regulatory voluntary self-disclosure, high risk lines, etc.
  • repairs and alterations
  • corrective actions
• Support field facility turnarounds via job scope definition, field inspection, and repairs
• Work closely with the Project Engineers, Owner’s Inspectors, Operations, Maintenance and Third-Party Vendors to ensure that all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections, etc. affecting the Paramount assets are planned, coordinated, and executed using the Paramount Resources Ltd. work order management system in accordance with the relevant Integrity Program
• Attend and participate in all required meetings/training pertaining to the field (e.g., planning, ERP etc.) to provide Integrity related input and direction
• Support the Chief Inspector’s activities at a field level, which could include the pressure equipment related incidents
• Participate in regular Integrity and Foremen meetings to provide updates on ongoing activities
• Participate in actions necessary to resolve any non-conformances (NCRs) and deficiencies as defined in the PEIM program
• Support activities during Regulatory audits and subsequent actions to ensure continual compliance
• Participate in the approved vendor audits performed as per the Vendor Audit Plan
• Support Integrity Program continual improvement initiatives
• Provide the support to Owner’s Inspector or assume a role of Owner’s Inspector on capital piping projects to ensure the following are conducted in accordance with Paramount Technical Specifications and Procedures:
  • hydrostatic testing of pressure piping or tubing,
  • any other witness or inspection points, as instructed by a Paramount-approved Owner’s Inspector
• As instructed by Paramount’s Senior Integrity Technologists, verify the condition of surplus equipment prior to its purchase or transfer from another Paramount location
• Plan and execute planned and unplanned ILI inspections. Instruct in-line inspection contractors as to Paramount procedures and requirements
• Complete installation inspection of risers and pigging facilities
• Hold pipeline compliance review meetings with area leadership
• Work with material, chemical and service providers to implement and modify functionally appropriate integrity and corrosion management programs
• Ensure the chemical vendor sampling is done

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• High school diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related industry experience
• Post-secondary technologist diploma or equivalent
• A basic understanding of pressure vessel and piping corrosion and operational factors
• Basic knowledge of the ASME, ABSA, and CSA standard, as applicable to industry
• Understands the relationship between quality and integrity, and safety and reliability of operations

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong computer skills including MS Word and MS Excel
• Willingness to travel to the field or other offices as required 

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 14, 2022.

About this Opportunity

The Production Foreman will supervise the Operations team, providing leadership and direct mentorship to the Field Operations Team in the Grande Prairie area. This position will report to the Grande Prairie Regional Manager and will provide supervision to a growing field team.

The successful candidate will work on a 9/80 schedule (Monday-Friday, with every second Friday off).

Job functions will involve: 

• Provide direct day to day supervision of personnel to ensure that business requirements and environmental, health & safety objectives/standards are met
• Ability to keep safety in mind at all times, as well as guide or assist operations staff with identifying and mitigating hazards in order to ensure that projects or day to day operations are being carried out in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
• Consult with all Regional team members as necessary, using independent judgment to determine courses of action
• Work directly with the Facility, Production and Process Engineering Teams including our Integrity SME’s for equipment design, review and operating standards
• Work with our Marketing group on production nominations to include gas and oil/liquids blending strategies
• Place a high priority on HSE, maintenance, Opex budget and fiscal management
• Support and initiate reviews of safe work practices, MOC implementation and execution, reporting and presenting Operations weekly updates
• Incident reporting and investigation reviews, commissioning and start up activities with PSSR review and sign off, regulatory AER compliance checks, and monthly Leadership walkdowns
• Provide leadership and assist with career development of personnel
• Develop and manage production-based contracts
• Provide input to regional budget and support the production budget process
• Ensure business/administrative requirements are met with respect to agreement terms and legislative requirements
• Communicate with the team daily to ensure business requirements are met to support production operations
• Promote adherence to company policies and procedures
• Assertive in problem solving and decision making with respect to people, schedules, materials and other general coordination items
• Maintain active internal/external relationships

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• Previous experience as a Production Foreman
• Minimum 10 years oil and gas field operations experience
• Strong background in field operations including compression, dehydration, and water disposal. Experience in gas plant operation considered an asset.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completed SAIT GPO or PFO industry training courses, or equivalent
• 4^th or 3^rd class Power Engineering certification would be considered an asset
• Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs. Must be able to learn, adhere and work with all Paramount based software programs and processes
• Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision, time management and organizational effectiveness are critical to this position
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a sense of teamwork
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, as well as valid H2S and First Aid certifications
• The successful applicant will reside in the Grande Prairie, AB area or in close proximity 

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 4, 2022.

About this Opportunity 

Reporting to the Production Foreman, the Field Operator Lead will place a high priority on health, safety and environment. The chosen candidate will work independently, exercise judgement in the selection of work methods and provide leadership to a multi-disciplinary work team. This position requires a full, in-depth knowledge of production facilities, including sweet and sour gas fields, sour oilfield with field batteries and Trucking Terminals, waterflood, and field optimization. The chosen candidate will need to reside and work in the Fox Creek area.   

Job functions will involve: 

• Environment, Health & Safety must be a priority
• Support and initiate safe work practices, following all Paramount policies and procedures
• Provide supervision and mentorship to co-workers and contractors, and able to act as a delegate for field Foremen
• Maintain/operate sweet and sour upstream oil and gas wells, facilities and equipment including Dehydration, Oil Treating, Trucking Terminal, and Water Disposal
• Identifying deficiencies and recommending corrections to existing procedures to ensure the assigned field meets performance standards
• Assist Production Foreman to maintain operations, reliability and reporting
• Closely monitor costs and production to ensure objectives are achieved or forecasts exceeded
• Perform regulatory compliance checks; maintain compliance with Paramount, AER and other regulatory agencies
• Ensure operations are carried out in a cost-effective manner
• Contribute to the team achievement of meeting business, environmental, health and safety targets
• Participate in Hazop’s and Engineering Design reviews
• Participate in Pre-startup Safety Reviews and new equipment commissioning and startup

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4^th Class Power Engineering and/or completed GPO/PFO certificate is required.
• Minimum 8 years of operating experience
• Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision, time management and organizational effectiveness are critical to this position. Flexible and adaptable to changing work environments
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and an ability to foster teamwork
• A disciplined work ethic, self-motivated, positive attitude and strong desire to contribute is essential
• Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs. Must be able to learn, adhere and work with all Paramount based software programs
• Will be required to work 8 days on and 6 days off shift (10 hour days). Must be willing to be on call and work overtime when required
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 11, 2022.

About this Opportunity:

This contract position reports to the Manager, Project Engineering in the Engineering Department. The Senior Project Engineer’s primary responsibility is to work with the Area Asset Teams, the Engineering Department Teams, Operations and other stakeholders in the development and execution of facilities and pipeline projects. This includes the design and construction of greenfield and brownfield production facilities, gas / liquid processing plants and pipelines.

This role is based in Calgary and requires spending time in the field during the execution, commissioning and start-up of the facilities and pipelines.

This is a 6-month contract position, with the potential of extension or to become a full-time staff position.

Job functions will involve but not limited to:

• Developing and executing projects with the stage-gate project management methodology and processes and be responsible for the entire project development and execution life cycle
• Working with Area Asset Teams, Operations, Production Engineering and other stakeholders in developing and scoping of projects
• Manage external engineering companies to develop project designs and engineering drawings
• Develop schedules, risk registers and cost estimates for economic evaluations and AFEs
• Lead Front End Engineering and Design for expansion of major facilities and lead the development of pre-FEED packages
• Develop DBMs and coordinate HAZOPs or What-ifs, design reviews, and 3D model reviews
• Lead Change Management process throughout project life cycle and lead the discussions with internal and external stakeholders to document the technical and commercial changes
• Closely work with the Supply Chain Management team for the procurement of equipment and materials and securing the required services. This may include the development of strategies to secure material and services for the capital programs
• Manage field supervision and construction activities, including providing on-site support as required
• Lead the commissioning and start up activities with construction, engineering and operations teams and ensure to have all the outstanding action items get timely completed post start up
• Ensure timely and accurate tracking of project KPIs (cost, schedule, risk, quality etc.) on all active projects
• Regularly report the status, cost and schedule of projects
• Lead PSSR, TCCC and project close out process with key stakeholders
• Be the champion in promoting and communicating the cost effective and safe execution of the projects

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Eng. designation with a minimum of 10 years of oil and gas facility design and construction experience
• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
• Extensive experience in the design, construction, and operation of multi-well production facilities, compressor stations, gas/liquid processing plants, and pipelines. Working experience in upstream environment would be an asset
• Current working knowledge of energy and environmental regulatory requirements as they relate to facility and pipeline construction projects
• Project management experience is required and PMP designation would be an asset
• Strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to facilitate the discussions to come up with practical solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-discipline group on multiple initiatives
• Strong computer skills including MS Project and knowledge of Project Control tools would be an asset
• Working knowledge of Maximo, OpenInvoice, SiteView, Qbyte, AFE navigator would be an asset
• Strong knowledge of codes and standards related to facilities and pipelines would be an asset
• Familiarity with CAD programs, 3-D Model programs and process modeling programs would be an asset
• Strong organizational, prioritization and troubleshooting skills would be an asset
• Experience in an operating company and in working with Operations and Production Engineering would be an asset

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 8, 2022.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Surface Land, and based primarily in the Field, this position is an integral part of the Surface Land Department. The primary responsibility is handling Area Acquisitions, Stakeholder Engagement and Project Management in Alberta.

Job functions will involve:

• Managing & coordinating the timely and accurate regulatory approval, negotiation and acquisition surface rights for wellsites, pipelines, facilities and water.
• Project Management of renewals, abandonment and reclamation for designated area, which is primarily Freehold
• Acting as the liaison between Surface Land and brokers, surveyors, construction, operations, governmental representatives, drilling and engineering, directing or resolving issues and obtaining or providing information as required
• Verification of complete project documentation, which includes completion of audit of documentation for AER licensing
• Analyzing, negotiating and resolving stakeholder or area resident complaints or concerns
• Building relationships within the community
• Pandell data entry of Surface Land Acquisition records
• Problem solving as necessary; actively reporting progress and problems to the Manager, Surface Land
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting Surface Land with time sensitive projects; problem solving as necessary; completion of daily tasks and occasional projects as required
• Settling damage claims and negotiating rental reviews
• Providing strong mentorship within the Surface Land team

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of related Surface Land experience
• Possession of a permanent Alberta Land Agent License
• Preference will be given to those that live in the area West of Red Deer to Rocky Mountain House
• Experience in Surface Land acquisition, Project Management, Community Engagement and coordination
• Communicating with key stakeholders such as clients, landowners, regulatory officials, government agencies and management
• The successful candidate possesses flexibility, adaptability and an ability to manage multiple large volumes of work within a tight deadline
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively in a team environment is essential
• Well-versed in all Alberta regulations.
• Working knowledge of land systems (e.g. CS Explorer, AbaData, Pandell, ETS systems, AER One Stop)
• Experience in word-processing, database and spreadsheet applications is required
• Excellent work ethic and ability to excel in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Exceptional attention to detail 

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 9, 2022.

About this Opportunity

The Senior Production Foreman will supervise the Operations team, providing direct mentorship to the Plant and Field Operations Team in the Kaybob North Area. This position will report to the Sr Operations Foreman and will provide supervision to 16 plant operators, and 2 Field Operators.

This Foreman area is comprised of the following: the 08-09-064-19w5 gas plant, and the Raspberry Field Run. The 08-09 gas plant is an integral component and collection point of a significant amount of production from the Kaybob region.

The successful candidate will work on a 9/80 schedule (Monday-Friday, with every second Friday off).

Job functions will involve: 

• Provide direct day to day supervision of personnel to ensure that business requirements and environmental, health & safety objectives/standards are met
• Ability to keep safety in mind at all times, as well as guide or assist operations staff with identifying and mitigating hazards in order to ensure that projects or day to day operations are being carried out in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
• Consult with all Regional team members as necessary, using independent judgment to determine courses of action
• Work directly with the Facility, Production and Process Engineering Teams including our Integrity SME’s for equipment design, review and operating standards
• Work with our Marketing group on production nominations to include gas and oil/liquids blending strategies
• Place a high priority on HSE, maintenance, Opex budget and fiscal management
• Support and initiate reviews of safe work practices, MOC implementation and execution, reporting and presenting Operations weekly updates
• Incident reporting and investigation reviews, commissioning and start up activities with PSSR review and sign off, regulatory AER compliance checks, and monthly Leadership walkdowns
• Provide leadership and assist with career development of personnel
• Develop and manage production-based contracts
• Provide input to regional budget and support the production budget process
• Ensure business/administrative requirements are met with respect to agreement terms and legislative requirements
• Communicate with the team daily to ensure business requirements are met to support production operations
• Promote adherence to company policies and procedures
• Assertive in problem solving and decision making with respect to people, schedules, materials and other general coordination items
• Maintain active internal/external relationships
• The 08-09 Gas Plant will have a significant TAR project to support and is scheduled for September 2023

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• Previous experience as a Production Foreman
• Minimum 10 years oil and gas field operations experience
• Strong background in gas plant operation including: facilities, gas processing, acid gas compression and injection, sales compression, glycol dehydration, hot oiler and refridge systems
• Working knowledge of boiler operations and system functions as per ABSA regulations
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• 3^rd Class Power Engineering (2^nd class would be considered an asset)
• Completed SAIT GPO / PFO industry training courses, or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs. Must be able to learn, adhere and work with all Paramount based software programs and processes
• Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision, time management and organizational effectiveness are critical to this position
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a sense of teamwork
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, as well as valid H2S and First Aid certifications
• The successful applicant will reside in the Fox Creek or Whitecourt, AB area or in close proximity 

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit a cover letter and résumé to resumes@paramountres.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Paramount invites all qualified applicants to apply before the closing date of December 4, 2022.