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 400-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.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Field Operator , based in the Waskada , MB area.
Typical duties of an Operator include the operation and maintenance of central production treatment/storage facilities, water injection pumps, various utility support systems including chemical injection equipment, and related equipment.
REPORTS TO: Production Foreman WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Performing daily well checks by inspecting equipment to ensure it is running properly and examine leases
Performing minor maintenance repairs
Completing work orders for larger maintenance work
Testing wells by obtaining volumes, samples, and gas readings, maintain logbook, and enter test results into PVR
Performing pigging on pipelines
Performing chemical circulations and monitor chemical rates
Examining boost pumps and lubrications
Inspecting gas compressors and lubrications where applicable
Checking single well batteries, monitor storage capacities, and coordinate trucking if applicable
Reporting spills, near misses, and complete hazard ID’s
Completing problem well reports if needed
Issuing permits to contractors and crews when necessary
Providing insight and share opinions at Safety and Operational meetings
Maintaining good relations with landowners
Responding to call outs and emergency alarms if applicable




Maintaining assigned company trucks and tools
Expected to obtain battery knowledge and experience
WHAT YOU NEED: High School Diploma
Previous field operating and battery experience would be considered an asset
Basic mathematical abilities are required
Computer skills are considered an asset
Mechanical abilities are considered an asset
Collaborate well with others
Detail oriented
Ability to identify problems, brainstorm and analyze answers, and implement the best solutions
Strong safety conscience
Solid mechanical aptitude
Required to reside within a 45-minute drive of the assigned field
Must conform to facial hair standards for wearing respiratory protective equipment as required by Enform
Required to be on call
Required to drive to a variety of work sites using company vehicles including all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, etc.
Exposure to all weather conditions
May be required to lift items weighing up to 25 kilograms or more.
Exposure to potential hazards e.g. toxic chemicals such as hydrogen sulfide
Required to work under stress and to handle emergency situations
A valid driver’s license is required
Willingness to achieve certification in:
H2S Alive Certificate
First Aid/ CPR
ATV Safety Course
WHMIS
TDG
SAIT Production Field Operator Training
Adhere to the safety accountabilities as per Tundra’s Safety Policy
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: You demonstrate strong interpersonal and team-building skills, treating everyone with respect and fostering a positive, collaborative environment
You display a commitment to safety in your day-to-day work
You take ownership of your tasks and consistently follow through on your commitments
You prioritize activities effectively,



determining the importance of information and addressing it accordingly
You embrace new technologies and adapt readily to change, recognizing opportunities for growth
You respond to changing conditions with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
You think critically and act logically, taking the necessary steps to ensure success
OTHER DETAILS: This position is field-based, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in all types of weather
Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for all safety sensitive positions, including this one, recognizing the risks associated with the use of drugs and alcohol
WHAT WE OFFER: Be part of a proudly Canadian, privately owned energy company and grow your career with Manitoba’s largest oil producer
Enjoy competitive total rewards, including salary, annual incentive pay, long‑term incentives for eligible roles, and employer‑matched RRSP contributions
Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including a $5,000 mental health benefit, Healthy Lifestyle Allowance, maternity top‑up, paid parental leave, and personal leave
Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including training investments, leadership programs, professional designation reimbursement, engineer‑in‑training programs and company-wide learning opportunities
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.
August 27th, 2026.
We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

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📌 Operator - Level I (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Tundra Oil & Gas
📍 Saskatchewan