Sr Operations Advisor

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy. When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Are you ready to help shape the continued growth of the Firebag SAGD asset? We have an exciting opportunity for a Sr Operations Advisor to support upcoming Firebag field growth projects. You will play a key role in helping integrate future project scopes into the existing Firebag field. In this role, you will apply a Ready for Operations (RFO) mindset while supporting project activities from early concept development through execution, commissioning and start‑up, and final closeout.

What we offer:

Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional‑based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long‑term financial rewards.
We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company‑paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well‑being
Generous time‑off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time‑off to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance
Talent development programs:
Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development

Minimum Requirements:

A Power Engineering or Petroleum Engineering Certificate, Trade Certification, or a relevant Degree, combined with a minimum of seven years of progressive experience in SAGD plant operations
Demonstrated experience in supporting or leading Readiness for Operations (RFO) activities on Capital Projects, Commissioning and Start‑up (C&SU), or other relevant project phases is considered an asset
Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, operational integration, and business readiness principles
Demonstrated ability to interpret technical documentation and translate complex information into actionable operational plans
Proven capacity to operate effectively within cross‑functional teams, providing leadership through influence and fostering collaboration toward shared objectives
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interface confidently with both technical and non‑technical audiences
Responsibilities:
Ensure the readiness of Firebag growth projects utilizing OEMS, especially the Develop and Manage Projects (DAMP) process
Interface with the existing Firebag asset to understand the site integration and bring forward lessons learned
Detailed project planning with a focus on Operations, Maintenance and Reliability deliverables
Interface with EPC’s and project stakeholders to meet desired project outcomes
Interface with Production Unit and RFO Stakeholders and SMEs to align project scope and final deliverables
Development and stewarding of an RFO plan through each stage of the project
Collaborate with the RFO Coordinator, Commissioning and Start‑up (C&SU) team to meet all Ready for Operation (RFO) deliverables. This includes items such as Operations Procedures and Training Plans
Responsible for assigned scope management, including but not limited to safety, project deliverables, cost, quality assurance, and schedule
Attend various project PHAs, design reviews
Identify risks associated with project scope of work and define solutions to mitigate these risks
Support the Integrated Team Lead with timely, accurate updates on schedules, resource forecasts, risks,…