About Walker Wellhead
Walker Wellhead is the wellhead equipment and services division of Walker Group Ltd., a 100% Canadian-owned and operated oilfield services company headquartered in Edmonton, AB. We provide wellhead equipment, field services, and technical support to oil and gas producers across the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin
Job Overview
We are looking for a results-driven and safety-conscious Branch Manager to lead our Estevan operations. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing day-to-day branch activities, and upholding Walker Wellhead's high standards for customer service, technical quality, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate is a local market expert with a strong background in wellhead equipment or oilfield services.
Responsibilities
- Branch Oversight: Lead and manage the daily operations of the Estevan branch, ensuring alignment with Walker Group corporate goals, service standards, and safety requirements.
- Business Development: Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across the southeast Saskatchewan oil and gas sector; maintain and grow relationships with existing key accounts.
- Inventory & Equipment Management: Oversee regional equipment and parts inventory to ensure availability for critical client operations while optimizing asset utilization and turnover.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor branch staff — field technicians, inside sales, and support personnel — fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and safety.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure all branch activities comply with Walker Wellhead's safety program, COR requirements, and applicable Saskatchewan OH&S legislation.
- Financial Performance: Manage the branch operating budget, monitor P&L performance, and implement strategies to grow revenue and improve profitability in the Estevan market.
- Strategic Reporting: Provide regular updates to the Walker Wellhead leadership team regarding market trends, competitor activity, client pipeline, and branch performance metrics.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years of managerial or senior field/sales experience in oilfield services, wellhead equipment, or industrial distribution. Direct knowledge of wellhead and surface equipment is strongly preferred.
- Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the Estevan and southeast Saskatchewan producing landscape, including key operators and service companies active in the region.
- Leadership: Proven track record of leading teams, managing branch operations, or overseeing regional territories in oilfield or industrial services.
- Technical Skills: Working knowledge of wellhead equipment, Christmas tree assemblies, pressure control, and related surface equipment. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Safety Commitment: Strong understanding of Saskatchewan OH&S regulations and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining a zero-injury workplace.
- Attributes: Excellent relationship-building skills, a hunter mentality for new business, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Why Join Walker Wellhead?
- Ground-Floor Opportunity: Join a greenfield branch with full support from Walker Group leadership — build the Estevan operation in your own image and leave a real mark.
- Autonomy & Ownership: Take direct ownership of a high-priority region and have your performance directly reflected in your compensation.
- Strong Backing: Walker Group has active operations across Alberta and Saskatchewan and established commercial relationships with major operators in the basin.
- Compensation: Competitive base salary, performance-based incentives tied to branch EBITDA, comprehensive benefits package, and a vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
How to Apply
If you are a leader who thrives on building relationships, driving operational success, and wants to play a foundational role in a growing oilfield services company, we want to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in the southeast Saskatchewan oilfield market to:
[email protected]
Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
