Process Operator

Suncor Energy; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation

Benefits package including health/dent

Generous paid time‑off

Talent development programs

Job summary

Suncor Energy is seeking a hands‑on professional to join our Fort McMurray refinery operations team. You will operate and monitor critical equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and make real‑time adjustments to ensure safe, environmentally responsible production.

Join a crew that values safety, precision, and reliability, working a 12‑hour shift pattern at the Syncrude Aurora site. A 4th Class Power Engineering certificate and a Bachelor’s in engineering are assets for this demanding role.

Qualifications

• 4 years site experience required.
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is an asset.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Attach your TSSA operating tickets with your application.

Responsibilities

• Learn and adhere to refinery management systems.
• Work on a crew covering a qualified post within an operating unit.
• Operate refinery equipment safely and efficiently per established procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment.
• Monitor operations and equipment for deviations.
• Review and adjust equipment and process variables for safe, high‑quality output.

Skills

Site experience

Power engineering

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate

Tools

TSSA operating tickets

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.

Join our team and play a vital role in keeping refinery operations running safely, efficiently, and at the highest standards of quality. In this hands‑on role, you’ll work closely with an experienced crew, operate and monitor critical equipment, and make real‑time adjustments to support safe, environmentally responsible, and reliable production. If you’re someone who takes pride in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and following proven operating practices, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in a dynamic refinery environment.

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:

• 4 years site experience


• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is an asset


• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record


• Attach your TSSA operating tickets with your application in order to be considered

Responsibilities:

• Learn and adhere to the refinery’s management systems


• Work on a crew covering a qualified post within an operating unit


• Operate the refinery equipment in a safe, efficient manner according to established practices, procedures and operating guidelines


• Perform preventative maintenance and trouble‑shooting to maintain process equipment


• Monitor the operation and equipment for deviations


• Review and adjust equipment and process variables to maintain a safe and environmentally sound operation and to ensure product quality

Location and other Key details:

• You will work out of our Syncrude Aurora site in Fort McMurray


• The shift schedule is 3 days 3 nights and 6 off – 12‑hour shifts


• You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work 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

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.