Fixed Plant Operator Trainee - Upgrading

Suncor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

Vacation and personal time off

Career development programs

Pension and bonuses

Job summary

Suncor invites applications for a process operator at the Base Plant in Fort McMurray, Alberta. You will work 12‑hour shifts on a 6 days on / 6 days off rotation, supporting upgrading assets and following CoSO standards to maintain safety and reliability.

Relocation support is provided if needed. Applicants should have a 3rd Class Power Engineering certification (or higher), experience in heavy oil/refinery operations, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience in plant operations such as heavy oil processing or refinery operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Follow operating processes and procedures to ensure safety of people, equipment, and environment.
• Prepare and complete daily area logs and communicate changes.
• Provide direction to maintenance and contract personnel.
• Ensure timely action and process adjustments during plant upsets.
• Prepare equipment and systems for maintenance and commissioning.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Safety awareness

Operational focus

Education

3rd Class Power Engineering certification

High School Diploma or GED

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 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
• To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here

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.