Field Operator

Job Description The Opportunity:

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.

Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you seeking an opportunity to demonstrate and develop your Power and Steam Operator skill set? If so, this is an incredible opportunity where you will be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the Power and Steam plants. You will assist with Maintenance, Engineering and Leadership to ensure safe, steady, and reliable operation of the units.

- Job location: Fort McMurray, AB - Horizon Oil Sands Site

- Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shift (Wednesday start)

- Safety sensitive position: Yes

- Application deadline: February 18, 2026

Key Accountabilities

- Learn the unit layout, purpose and operating parameters of the assigned systems

- Operate and monitor process equipment

- Assist in maintenance and repair of process equipment

- Troubleshoot and diagnose upsets and problems

- Rotate job positions as directed by the Shift Team Leader

- Assist the Shift Team Leader to assess incidents and participate in Team Safety Meetings and follow up on assigned items

What You Bring To The Role

- 3 to 5 years of industry experience with High School diploma or GED

- Minimum 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required, 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate preferred

- Familiarity with and understanding of Cogen Units, HP Boiler Plants, Steam Turbines, and Water Treatment

- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent)

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:

Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials !

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.