Extraction Operator

Job Description The Opportunity:

Make your mark while you grow your career! Canadian Natural is seeking a Field Operator for Bitumen Production (BP), Extraction team. Reporting to the Shift Team Lead, Extraction in BP, you will operate the plant to meet planned production, quality and environmental targets. You will possess a clear understanding of plant processes and controls, respond to emergency and non-emergency situations by providing appropriate field support and make decisions regarding the best use of resources to meet targets as per the operational plan.

- Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands Site

- Shift schedule: 7 X 7, 12-hour shift (Wednesday to Tuesday)

- Safety sensitive position: Yes

- Application deadline: September 19, 2025

Key Accountabilities

- Communicate with a team of Field Operators and the Panel Operator on a regular basis to foster an environment of teamwork by assisting in all areas as required

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of and ability to operate all equipment using the most current standard operating procedure

- Shut down and provide a safe isolation of all process equipment for maintenance activities as required

- Complete shift log entries, monitor operations and submit maintenance requests

- Work with engineering and process personnel to optimize safety, production, recoveries and environmental targets

- Ensure housekeeping in your area is maintained at a high standard

What You Bring To The Role

- High School Diploma or GED is required however, a successful completion of the Keyano Operators course will be an asset

- 5+ years’ experience in a large integrated plant site or oil sand operating facility

- Valid Class 5 driver’s license

- Demonstrate a commonsense approach when analyzing problems, be self-managed and “think outside the box” for continuous plant and process improvements

- Willingness to learn and seek opportunities to grow

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

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About Us

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader:

We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment:

Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits:

We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories:

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All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.