Laboratory Technician

Suncor Energy Inc.; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Family benefits

Generous vacation

Development programs

Job summary

Suncor Energy Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking a Chemistry Lab Analyst to conduct daily analyses of crude and refined products. You will maintain instruments, document results in LIMS, and ensure sample integrity while following SOPs. The role emphasizes safety, unionized environment, and potential extended hours on business needs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Chemistry Lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily laboratory analysis on crude oil, intermediates, and finished products using approved SOPs.
• Maintain, calibrate, and verify the performance of laboratory instruments (e.g., gas chromatographs, viscometers).
• Record and report analytical data accurately using LIMS.
• Collect, prepare, and analyze samples, including cleaning glassware and maintaining laboratory hygiene.
• Participate in lab quality programs and troubleshoot non-conformance trends.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Wet chemistry

Analytical instrumentation

LIMS

SAP

ASTM methods

Education

Chemical Technology Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Science

Tools

LIMS

SAP

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.

What we offer

• 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:

• Chemical Technology Diploma or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Science
• 5 years of Chemistry Lab experience. Familiar with Gasoline, Diesel and Jet Fuel testing
• Proficiency in wet chemistry and analytical instrumentation
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or SAP
• Knowledge of ASTM methods for petroleum testing

Responsibilities:

• Execute daily laboratory analysis on crude oil, intermediates, and finished products using approved Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain, calibrate, and verify the performance of laboratory instruments (e.g., gas chromatographs, viscometers)
• Record and report analytical data accurately using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Collect, prepare, and analyze samples, including cleaning glassware and maintaining laboratory hygiene
• Participate in lab quality programs and troubleshoot non-conformance trends

Location and other key details

• You will work out of our Edmonton refinery in Sherwood Park, located at 801 Petroleum Way
• The shift schedule is a 4 day a week with the requirement to work one weekend day every 5 weeks. with the potential for extended work. Hours will be based on business needs
• This position is a unionized, overtime eligible position
• Being in a laboratory, there is a significant risk of exposure to chemicals
• The environment requires the use of PPE; safety boots, safety glasses, respiratory equipment, safety gloves, hearing protection, and specialized safety equipment (clothing, smocks, face shields). Must be able to climb stairs/ ladders and lift up to 50 lbs

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.