Process Operator, Edmonton Refinery

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pension plan

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Training programs

Job summary

Suncor Energy in Edmonton Sherwood Park is seeking a Process Operator. You will monitor and control refinery processes, respond to emergencies, perform routine tasks, and troubleshoot equipment. A 12-hour rotating shift and working at heights are required.

Minimum qualifications include diplomas in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering Technology or power engineering certificates; high school or GED; strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork. The role is physically demanding with safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Diplomas in Chemical Engineering Technology or Petroleum Engineering Technology, or suitable power engineering certificates.
• Strong experience in process operations in an industrial setting.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude for hands-on equipment operation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision making skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work with operations/maintenance peers.
• Minimum of high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and controls processes and equipment in the unit area.
• Responds to emergencies and upset conditions following procedures.
• Performs routine operating tasks and monitors variables.
• Monitors for abnormal conditions and participates in startup/shutdown activities.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and product sampling.
• Assists in equipment preparation for maintenance and repairs.
• Participates in emergency response as required.

Skills

Process operations

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Chemical Engineering Technology diploma

Petroleum Engineering Technology diploma

4th/3rd class power engineering certificate

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:

• We are looking for Process Operators that possess a Chemical Engineering Technology diploma, Petroleum Engineering Technology diploma, 4th class or 3rd class power engineering certificate
• Strong experience in process operations in an industrial setting
• Must possess an excellent mechanical aptitude/skills to allow hands-on operation of equipment (i.e. pumps, compressors, heaters, etc.).
• Strong analytical/troubleshooting/decision making skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and work closely with your operations and maintenance peers
• This role requires a minimum of high school or GED equivalent

Responsibilities:

• Monitors and controls all processes and equipment in assigned unit area.
• Responds to Emergencies and Upset conditions ensuring that established procedures are followed
• Performs routine operating tasks (i.e. monitor levels, temperatures, pressures, etc.)
• Monitors operating area for abnormal conditions (i.e. mechanical or process related)
• Operates process in all phases: steady state, startup, shutdown, abnormal situations
• Performs basic troubleshooting and product sampling
• Assists in preparation of equipment for maintenance
• Takes active role in troubleshooting and entering notifications for equipment / unit repairs
• Performs housekeeping duties, operational maintenance as assigned
• Be part of the emergency response team as outlined in the Emergency Response Plan

Location and other Key details:

• You will work out of our Edmonton refinery in Sherwood Park, located at 801 Petroleum Way
• Must be prepared to work a rotating twelve (12) hour shift schedule.
• This job is physically demanding and requires heavy lifting, use of ladders and working on elevated work sites such as scaffolds, tanks and/or towers
• Candidates must be able to perform work in a variety of different environments, both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces, and at heights; and must be comfortable using a self-contained breathing apparatus
• You will be subject to a six-month probationary period and represented by the Edmonton employees' bargaining association

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.