Fixed Plant Operator Trainee - Upgrading

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.

Do you have an interest in plant operations and eager to work in an ever-changing process operator role here in Fort McMurray? In this role you’ll work side-by-side with some of the most talented operators in the energy industry to perform work that supports smooth and efficient operations of our Base Plant Upgrading assets. You will play a key part in Suncor’s Conduct of Safe Operations (CoSO) process, maintaining consistent standards for safety and reliability 24/7.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED!

What we offer:

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.

• 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

• Relocation assistance: We provide support with lease cancellation or home sale, temporary accommodations, rental home search, moving and storage costs, spousal assistance and more

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in plant operations such as heavy oil processing, sour gas processing, water treatment/power plants or refinery operations

• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure

• 3rd Class Power Engineering certification (or higher)

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:

• Follow all operating processes and procedures during operations to ensure the safety of our people, equipment, and the environment

• Prepare and complete daily area logs and communicate significant changes and findings

• Provide direction and supervision to the maintenance and contract personnel

• Ensure timely action and process adjustments during plant upsets that are consistent with operational objectives and target outputs

• Prepare equipment and systems for maintenance and commissioning

Location and other Key Details:

• You will work out of our Base Plant 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

• You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use of ladders and working on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces

• If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory; relocation support will be provided

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.