Control Room Operator

1030 Suncor Energy Logistics Corporation; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pension programs

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid vacation and personal?t

Employee training and development

Job summary

Suncor Energy Inc. in Sherwood Park, Alberta, is seeking a Pipeline Control Centre Operator to manage console operations, monitor pipeline rates, and respond to alarms.

The role demands 12-hour shifts on a 28-day cycle, with a 2 days on/2 nights/5 off pattern and a potential for overtime. You will collaborate with shift crews and stakeholders, applying strong problem-solving and analytical skills to ensure safe, reliable operations while complying with health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Pipeline Control Centre or two years of Field Operations experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate or Technical Diploma.
• Adherence to environmental health and safety practices, policies, standards, and regulations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team.
• Proven problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to make timely independent decisions.
• Adaptive work style balancing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow and adjust pipeline rates and pump selections according to schedules and activity reports.
• Provide input into operational constraints while following company policies.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills and sound decision making.
• Work with shift crew, support staff and external stakeholders.
• Make operational changes on pipeline systems while understanding hydraulics and maintaining discipline.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies on SCADA to protect personnel, equipment and environment.
• Review operating procedures and revisions as needed.
• Generate SAP work requests for nuisance alarms or failed equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate/Technical Diploma

Tools

SCADA

Job description

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 a passion for Pipeline and Control Centre Operations and are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in an ever-changing and dynamic environment? Are you highly motivated to advance your career and take on new challenges? In this role, you will work side-by-side with some of the most hardworking peers in the energy industry and will be accountable for all pipeline operations, procedures, and emergency response for the console of responsibility.

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

Minimum Requirements:

• Pipeline Control Centre or Two years of Field Operations Experience
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate or Technical Diploma
• Demonstrated adherence to all environmental health and safety practices, policies, standards, and regulations
• A self-starter with strong communication skills with the proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Proven problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
• The ability to make timely independent decisions
• An adaptive work style with an ability to balance multiple priorities, challenging demands, and function positively in a dynamic work environment
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record

We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills.

Responsibilities:

• Follow and adjust pipeline rates and pump selections according to the schedule and work activity reports
• Provide advice and feedback into operational constraints and opportunities while following company policies
• Exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills along with sound decision making
• Work collaboratively with shift crew, support staff and external stakeholders
• Make operational changes on pipeline systems while maintaining good understanding of pipeline hydraulics and following good operational discipline
• Respond to emergency conditions and alarms on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment
• Review and provide input into operating procedure revisions as well as operational manual revisions
• Generate SAP work request notifications for nuisance alarms or failed equipment issues

Location and other key details:

You will work out of our Pipeline Office in Sherwood Park, Alberta, located at 241 Kaska Road You will work 12-hour a day 28-day shift cycle. 2 days, 2 nights, 5 off. 2 days, 3 nights 4 off. 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off. With the potential for overtime to support Control Centre needs This is a safety sensitive role

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.

We’re aware job seekers have received false employment offers from accounts posing as Suncor.

All candidates are required to participate in our formal recruitment process – learn more.

At Suncor, our vision is to be Canada’s leading energy provider respected for our people, performance, sustainability and relationships that together create value-added contributions to society, communities, customers and shareholders.

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