Well Pads Production Technician - Firebag

1160 Suncor Energy Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonuses

Pension & savings plans with company-m

Job summary

Suncor Energy Inc. is hiring Well Pads Production Technicians for Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) at the Firebag site, one of the world’s largest in situ operations. You will manage pad operations, keep production safe and efficient, and communicate clearly during shift handovers.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in oil and gas operations, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work a 7-on/7-off schedule with 12-hour shifts. FIFO from Calgary/Edmonton, AB or Saskatoon, SK is provided.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in conventional oil and gas operations, SAGD or heavy oil are required.
• Experience operating gas compression and pipelines is preferred.
• Diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (ABSA certified), or equivalent.
• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Follow operating processes to ensure safety of people, equipment, and environment.
• Execute pad operations to ensure safe, reliable production with clear handovers.
• Monitor operating conditions and adjust processes during upsets to meet production targets.
• Perform routine tasks such as monitoring levels, pressures, and temperatures.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Prepare and isolate equipment to support maintenance activities.

Skills

Oil & gas operations experience

Gas compression & pipelines experience

Education

Diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology

4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (ABSA certified)

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. Want to work at one of the largest in situ operations in the world? To support our continued growth, we are hiring Well Pads Production Technicians for Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) positions at our Firebag site. This is a frontline opportunity to take charge of well pad operations, keep production running safely and efficiently, and drive strong communication across every shift change. If you’re a safety-first operator who thrives in the field and is always looking for a better way to work, we want you on our team.

What we offer:

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:

• Five years of experience in conventional oil and gas operations, SAGD or heavy oil
• Experience operating gas compression and pipelines is preferred
• Diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (ABSA certified), or equivalent
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record

Key Accountabilities:

• Follow all operating processes and procedures during operations to ensure the safety of our people, equipment, and the environment
• Execute pad operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production, with clear and effective communication during shift handovers
• Monitor operating conditions—including levels, pressures, and temperatures—and take timely action to adjust processes during upsets in line with production targets
• Perform routine operating tasks such as monitoring levels, pressures, and temperatures
• Perform basic troubleshooting, initiate corrective actions, and coordinate repairs as required
• Prepare and isolate equipment and systems to support maintenance activities

Location and other Key Details:

You will work out of our Firebag location, which is our largest In Situ operation and one of the largest in the world (and located 120 km northeast of Fort McMurray, Alberta). This is a Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) camp-based position; you will FIFO from a Suncor hub location: Calgary/Edmonton, Alberta or Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The shift schedule is a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 nights off; 12-hour shifts). This position is safety sensitive. 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.

Top Employer: Suncor Energy Inc.