Brent Hiemstra

As Director of Operations at Canoco Energy Services, Brent Hiemstra brings over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on operational execution and major turnaround delivery. Having also worked on the client side, Brent offers a well rounded perspective that strengthens alignment, communication, and overall project outcomes. Since joining Canoco during the Narraway project, he has played a key role in supporting the company’s growth and ensuring consistent performance across complex, high demand environments.

At Canoco, Brent is responsible for overseeing day to day operations and leading large scale turnaround projects, managing large multidisciplinary teams while ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Known for his structured and organized approach, Brent excels at coordinating teams, solving complex operational challenges, and keeping projects on track in fast paced environments.

Brent’s leadership style is grounded in trust, collaboration, and a strong commitment to results. He believes that empowering teams and trusting those in the field is critical to building a cohesive and effective workforce. Clients and colleagues recognize Brent as approachable, reasonable, and solutions focused, with a consistent ability to problem solve and deliver under pressure while maintaining strong working relationships.
Deeply aligned with Canoco’s core values, Brent is committed to driving safe work practices, operational efficiency, and reliable project delivery. He continues to play an integral role in strengthening Canoco’s reputation for execution, accountability, and client satisfaction across the energy sector.