Heavy Equipment Operator

Canadian Natural; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options

Company matched stock savings plan

Annual bonuses

100% employer-paid extended health,​(d

Dental and Vision benefits

Relocation eligibility

Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary orEdmonton

First class camp facilities

Health & Wellness Spending Account

Volunteer opportunities

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Canadian Natural is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Albian Oil Sands Site in Fort McMurray, Alberta. You will operate a variety of heavy equipment and support the Mine Operations team to achieve safe, reliable production.

Required: Grade 12 or equivalent, proven heavy equipment experience in mining/oil sands, and a valid Class 5 driver's license. Benefits include competitive pay, relocation support, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalency.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a mining/oil sands environment.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including Haul Trucks, Dozer, Backhoe, Grader, Excavator, Loaders and Shovels.
• Maintain safe, steady and reliable operations aligned with site goals.
• Comply with Health & Safety requirements and CN’s safety systems.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Tools

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Job description

The Opportunity:

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.

Make your mark while you grow your career! Bring your heavy equipment operating experience to our Mine Operations team at Albian. Reporting to the Shift Team Lead, you will contribute to safe and reliable operations by operating a variety of heavy equipment and supporting the team in achieving its operational goals.

• Job location: Albian Oil Sands Site - Fort McMurray, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shift
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: November 15, 2026

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for safe, steady and reliable operations of the following equipment, not limited to:
  • Haul Truck (797,793,789,785)
  • Dozer (D11, D10)
  • Backhoe
  • Grader (24H/M, 16 H/M)
  • Excavator (Hitatchi EX 2500, Komatsu PC3000)
  • Loaders (CAT 980, 938K, 988)
  • Shovels (Bucyrus 495, Hitatchi EX 8000)
• Comply with all Health and Safety Requirements established by Canadian Natural including the use of Canadian Natural’s Safety Management System tools such as FLHA’s, Hazard ID’s and WSO’s
• Comply with all regulations and legislative requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act for the Province of Alberta and environmental standards

What You Bring to the Role:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalency
• Experience operating a heavy equipment in a mining/oil sands environment
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• May be eligible for additional premiums
• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
• First class camp facilities
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!