Process Operator

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you a dynamic, energetic and results-oriented person who strives to develop a safe and inclusive work environment? In this role, you will support our MacKay River operations in Fort McMurray in the day-to-day operations of safe, efficient and reliable production within the operating area.

Minimum Requirement:

• Five years of field operations experience in the energy industry
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification or higher
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Experience in a SAGD facility
• Commissioning, start-up, shut-down and turnaround experience
• A strong understanding of maintenance, operations and process safety standards related to the safe and efficient operation of the assets

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning for operational tasks such as equipment isolation, control of hazardous energy and confined space entry preparation
• Ensure the safety of people, equipment, and the environment and that plant policies are followed
• Perform plant operation duties for smooth and efficient operations
• Ensure plant-related issues beyond your scope are appropriately flagged to your leader
• Prepare and complete daily area logs and communicate significant changes and findings to your leader in a timely manner
• Prepare equipment and systems for maintenance and commissioning
• Maintain housekeeping at a high level

Location and other Key Details:

• You will work out of our McKay River site in Fort McMurray, Alberta
• The shift schedule is a 6 days on/6 days off rotation (3 days on, 3 nights on, 6 days off; 12-hour shifts)
• This position is safety sensitive
• If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory.

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations). With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor.