Cenovus
Contract IOC Operator - Optimization
Onsite
POSTED
6/11/2026
Job Description
This is a contract assignment located in our Grande Prairie office, working a shift of 4 days on, 3 day off, 10 hour per day.
Responsibilities:
• Monitor and optimize performance of oil and gas wells using real-time data and surveillance tools
• Support artificial lift optimization strategies including setpoint adjustments, cycle optimization and troubleshooting for plunger lift, rod pump and gas lift wells.
• Contribute and support the artificial lift operation, maintenance and optimization through identifying well candidates, enhanced monitoring and operation of new artificial lift wells
• Collaborate with engineering, field operations and field optimization teams to implement artificial lift enhancements and new installations
• Foster a collaborative environment with field personnel and engineering to develop and implement solutions to address maintenance and operational issues
• Perform real-time data analytics using multiple data sources and advanced tools
• Provide mentorship in area of expertise to other staff and encourage knowledge sharing
• Ensure opportunities identified are captured and supported through logging critical activities
• Actively participate and be a key contributor in the Conventional Well Review process.
Qualifications:
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Minimum High School Diploma
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in oil and gas
• Strong understanding of SCADA systems and the other various devices that are situated within the IOC (Cygnet, XSPOC, ROIP communications etc.)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and TEAMS
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong data analytics and root cause evaluation capability
• Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot SCADA systems, oilwell operations, and other PC based configurations such as XSPOC, Wellview etc.
• This role is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the Cenovus Drug and Alcohol policy which includes pre-assignment testing
Qualifications
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About Cenovus
We’re a Canadian-based integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner, integrating sustainability considerations into our business plans.
We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.
Our shares trade under the symbol CVE and are listed on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.
Role summary
Contract IOC Operator - Optimization
Onsite
TYPE
Contract · 12 Months
STARTS
6/29/2026
POSTED
2 hours ago
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