Operator, OPP - Horizon Bitumen Production

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! We are looking for a Field Operator for Horizon Bitumen Production (BP), Ore Preparation Plant (OPP). Reporting to the Shift Team Lead, OPP in BP, you will operate the plant to meet planned production, quality and environmental targets. You will possess a clear understanding of plant process 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 shifts (Wednesday - Tuesday)

- Safety sensitive position: Yes

- Application deadline: December 11, 2025

Key Accountabilities:

- Communicate with a team of field operators and panel operators on a regular basis to foster a team work environment by assisting in all areas as required

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of equipment and operate all equipment using 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 kept at a high standard

What You Bring to the Role:

- High School Diploma or GED is required

- 5 plus years’ experience in a large integrated plant site or oil sand operating facility is an asset

- Valid Class 5 driver’s license

- Demonstrate common sense 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

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!