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 403-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 Weed Control & Lease Maintenance Coordinator, based in our Virden office.
The Weed Control & Lease Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating timely and cost-effective weed control across all Tundra sites, including surface leases and Right-of-Ways (ROWs). This role serves as the primary contact for landowners, rural municipalities (RMs), and the Petroleum Branch to maintain strong relationships and address any concerns. The coordinator also ensures all activities comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
If you are interested in joining a team committed to safety and operational integrity, we encourage you to apply!
REPORTS TO: Surface Land Manager
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
•Supervise and coordinate spray contractors to ensure effective weed control across all Tundra properties.
•Communicate with operations teams to clarify their responsibilities related to weed management.
•Approve and monitor the use of herbicides, ensuring proper chemical selection and application timing.
•Collaborate with rural municipalities (RMs) to ensure compliance with all local requirements.
•Coordinate the Right-of-Way (ROW) rehabilitation program, including conducting vegetation growth assessments.
•Maintain positive relationships with landowners by involving them in the process and addressing concerns promptly.
•Resolve outstanding complaints and issues with landowners and occupants.
•Settle damage claims with landowners and occupants in a timely and fair manner.
•Update ArcMap with new data, including:
+ Damaged areas for landowner compensation
+ New access roads to well sites
+ New approach installations
•Issue Safe Work Permits for all survey activities on site.
WHAT YOU NEED:
•High school diploma (Grade 12)
•Post-Secondary Education in Agriculture or Environmental Sciences is considered an asset
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
•Experience working with the public and building positive relationships with landowners and occupants
•Farming background or strong understanding of agricultural operations
•Familiarity with the geographic areas where Tundra operates
•Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
•Strong working knowledge of ArcMap
+ H2S Alive
+ First Aid & CPR
+ Ground Disturbance Level II
•Knowledge of, or willingness to obtain certification in:
+ Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
+ Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
+ Defensive Driving
•Knowledge of oilfield production and operations is a strong asset
KEY COMPETENCIES:
•Strong interpersonal and team-building skills; treats all team members with respect
•Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities
•Strategic and proactive thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
•Able to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
•Embraces change, adapts to evolving conditions, and applies continuous improvement practices
•Highly detail-oriented with strong time management and multi-tasking capabilities
•Capable of processing and organizing large volumes of data and prioritizing tasks effectively
•Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a commitment to delivering results
•Encourages and supports team contributions to achieve shared goals
OTHER DETAILS:
•This role is primarily field-based and requires the majority of time to be spent on-site
•Standard work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with flexibility to work overtime as needed
•Must be willing to accommodate landowner schedules, which may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends
•On-call availability is required
•Must hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license
•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.
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 for our positions.
If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please visit the Employment section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com and apply on-line to submit your cover letter and resume by June 10, 2025.
We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.