Process and Coker Operator

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to use your technical skills and knowledge to safely and reliably maintain the operation of processes to optimize production in an environmentally responsible manner?

In this role, as the Process Technician at our Edmonton refinery, you will also get to be part of a team of highly motivated professionals, supporting our 158,000 barrel per day operation that produces gasoline, jet and diesel fuels.

Minimum Requirements:

- Process Operators must possess a Chemical Engineering Technology diploma (or relevant experience may be considered for a particular area). A 4thclass power engineering certificate is an asset

- Must possess the mechanical aptitude/skills to allow hands-on operation of equipment (i.e. pumps, compressors, heaters, etc.).

- Strong analytical/troubleshooting/decision making skills

- Ability to work and communicate in a team environment – good interpersonal skills

- This role requires a minimum of high school or GED equivalent

Responsibilities:

- Monitors and controls all processes and equipment in assigned unit area.

- Responds to Emergencies and Upset conditions ensuring that established procedures are followed

- Performs routine operating tasks (i.e. monitor levels, temperatures, pressures, etc.)

- Monitors operating area for abnormal conditions (i.e. mechanical or process related)

- Operates process in all phases: steady state, startup, shutdown, abnormal situations

- Performs basic troubleshooting and product sampling

- Assists in preparation of equipment for maintenance

- Takes active role in troubleshooting and entering notifications for equipment / unit repairs

- Performs housekeeping duties, operational maintenance as assigned

- Be part of the emergency response team as outlined in the Emergency Response Plan

Location and other key details:

- You will work out of our Edmonton refinery in Sherwood Park, located at 801 Petroleum Way

- Must be prepared to work a rotating twelve (12) hour shift schedule.

- This job is physically demanding and requires heavy lifting, use of ladders and working on elevated work sites such as scaffolds, tanks and/or towers

- Candidates must be able to perform work in a variety of different environments, both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces, and at heights; and must be comfortable using a self-contained breathing apparatus

- You will be subject to a six-month probationary period and represented by the Edmonton employees' bargaining association

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.