Fixed Plant Operator

Suncor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Fort McMurray is seeking a motivated operator to oversee plant operations. You will perform equipment maintenance, execute safety procedures, and ensure effective operations within the facility. Relevant experience in petrochemical environments and a high school diploma are required. This position offers a 7 days on, 7 days off rotation for a rewarding career in a safety-sensitive environment.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in oil sands, refining, or petrochemical plants.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read process and instrument diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Execute operating procedures and participate in operator training.
• Operate plant equipment safely according to practices.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and basic repairs.

Skills

Hydrocarbon or petrochemical operating experience

Ability to operate plant equipment safely

Process safety management (PSM) knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4th Class Power Engineering

Job description

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 highly motivated self-starter with hands-on experience in the operation of plant equipment? Are you looking for an opportunity to broaden your knowledge and progress in increasing levels of responsibility? We want to hear from you!

In this role, you will work with a team of talented, operators overseeing the day-to-day operations of plant and field, preparing equipment for maintenance, troubleshooting, and working with the control room for plant optimization and maximizing plant efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Execute operating procedures, hazardous energy isolations and operator rounds, as well as perform start-up & shut-down activities, and participate in the operator training program
• Operate plant equipment safely according to established practices, procedures and operating guidelines
• Maintain equipment by conducting preventative maintenance including regular equipment checks, troubleshooting, problem diagnosis, prepare equipment for maintenance and return to service, perform basic repairs, initiate maintenance requests and interface closely with Maintenance to ensure equipment health and reliability
• Ensure the safety of personnel working within the assigned area and ensure personal protective equipment and other plant policies and procedures are followed during operations
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant hydrocarbon or petrochemical operating experience within oil sands, refining, petrochemical, gas plants and/or upgrading and/or pulp and paper
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver's licence and a clean driving record
• Ability to read and understand process and instrument diagrams
• Process safety management (PSM) knowledge preferred
• 4th Class Power Engineering preferred
• Operating and/or turnaround experience within a paraffinic froth treatment plant preferred
  
  

Location & other key details

• You will work out of our Fort Hills Plant in Fort McMurray, Alberta
• The shift schedule is a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (12-hour shifts)
• You will be on a Fly-In-Fly-Out Rotation from one of the approved hubs of Edmonton or Calgary or a Bus-In-Bus-Out of Fort McMurray.
• You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use of stairs and ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds, structures and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces
• This position is safety sensitive
  
  

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. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.