Facility Cost Controller

Company Overview

Welcome to CNOOC International. We are a global energy company and subsidiary of CNOOC Limited with a vision of delivering safe, sustainable energy for all.

CNOOC International, the international division of CNOOC Limited, is a global energy company with operations in Asia, Africa, the Americas, the Middle East and Europe. Our successful growth as an upstream oil and gas producer has been achieved by consistently finding and developing world-class assets.

Our business is focused on safely exploring and producing from conventional offshore, unconventional and oil sands assets. As part of the CNOOC Group of companies, which span the entire energy supply chain, our size and capability create a competitive advantage that ensures we deliver long-term value.

Oil sands development is an important component of CNOOC International’s global portfolio. In Canada, CNOOC Petroleum North America has interest in more than 300,000 acres in the Athabasca region – one of the largest deposits of Canadian oil reserves, where we use technologically advanced production processes such as Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD). Our Long Lake facility, located in northern Alberta just south of Fort McMurray, began producing in 2008 and is a SAGD-only operation for the interim, with production capacity of around 72,000 barrels of bitumen a day.

CNOOC and You

Your career at CNOOC is about moving forward – learning new skills, broadening experiences, and making meaningful contributions. From personal career development that enables you to fulfill your potential, to employee programs that help you make the most of work life balance.

This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Position. In this role, you will participate in our rotating 14x14 shift schedule which requires you to work fourteen 12-hour day shifts (7am – 7pm), followed by fourteen days off. Schedules are based on business needs and subject to change. We offer free parking at our site or if you’d like us to take the wheel, you can use our daily bus service to/from Fort McMurray

In exchange for your dedicated work is a total rewards package that not only recognizes your contribution, but also provides for your family. We offer competitive Company-paid benefits that support your mental, physical and financial well-being! Including an annual Wellness Account, a generous paramedical allowance, and access to a team of Virtual Health Care professionals to guide you to the right medical resource. Save for your future by participating in our Pension plan and join our Savings Plan with Company-matching. We encourage you to further step up for your community by giving you two paid volunteer days, volunteer rewards and sports grants to support causes you are passionate about.

Bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the determination to fuel our success are what set us apart. Therefore, we are seeking a Facility Cost Controller to join our growing team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This dynamic role will be instrumental in managing and optimizing operating costs across facility maintenance, operations production, and facility services, while supporting accurate forecasting, budegting, and cost control initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial discipline, cost transparency, and continuous improvement in operational efficiency.

Your Background

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or related field.

- 2–5 years of cost control or financial analysis experience, ideally in oil sands, heavy oil, refinery, or petrochemical operations.

- Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems is strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of OPEX categories in oil sands operations (chemicals, maintenance, utilities, steam generation, water treatment, wells/pads).

- Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, or other analytics tools.

- Knowledge of project controls principles, cost tracking, accruals, and forecasting.

Your Role with Our Team

1. Operating Cost Management

- Track and manage all OPEX categories including labor, maintenance, chemicals, utilities, transportation, waste management, and third-party services.

- Validate and reconcile monthly actuals in SAP or equivalent ERP system.

- Ensure alignment with approved annual operating budgets and cost targets.

2. Forecasting & Reporting

- Develop monthly and quarterly OPEX forecasts with Operations and Maintenance teams.

- Prepare variance analysis (budget vs actual vs forecast) and provide explanations for deviations.

- Consolidate and present OPEX performance dashboards to leadership.

3.Cost Analysis & Optimization

- Identify cost drivers, spending trends, and efficiency opportunities.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., PM optimization, chemical optimization, energy reduction, water treatment efficiency).

- Evaluate vendor pricing, service rates, and contract structures for cost effectiveness.

4.Procurement & Contract Support

- Work with SCM to review purchase requisitions, service entries, and contract call-offs.

- Validate service PO costs and track accruals.

- Provide cost input for SRDs, MSAs, and contract renewals.

5.Governance & Compliance

- Ensure cost governance procedures are followed for approvals, commitments, and coding accuracy.

- Support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation accuracy and compliance with corporate standards.

Your Career Development

The opportunities are limitless when you join our team. Our employees are encouraged to drive their development, enhancing their career through experiences, exposure, and education. A mentoring program, on-demand e-Learning courses, and formal training opportunities are all ways in which CNOOC International supports your career growth.

Closing Statement

All positions require background checks which could include:

- Criminal police record check

- Education verification

- Credential verification

All Safety Sensitive positions could include:

- Drug & Alcohol testing

- Pre-access medical testing

- Drivers’ abstract for last 3 years

- Completion of CSO (Energy Safety Canada’s Common Safety Orientation) or CSTS (Construction Safety Training System) online safety course

Job Reference: CAN02711