Process Safety / Risk Specialist

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.

Do you have a passion for using your technical expertise to support Process Safety Management (PSM)? The Process Safety / Risk Specialist is responsible for administering, stewarding, and supporting risk management throughout the expansive, and geographically diverse, Midstream Organization. If you have strong non-authoritative leadership and collaborative skills, we want to hear from you!

- 10 years of relevant oil and gas industry experience in refinery, pipelines or distribution operations

- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

- Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA

- Understanding of EH&S best practices, policies and regulations

- Strong understanding of industry standards and codes (API, ASME, CSA 662, PHMSA, CCME) and deviation processes

- Familiarity with required jurisdictional codes and standards, i.e., ABSA, TSSA, TSBC, RBQ, T-Sask, PHMSA

- Proficiency in Risk Management theory and software packages

Responsibilities:

- Subject matter expert (SME) for Manage Operational Risk, supporting and facilitating risk assessments and control effectiveness activities within the Midstream Production Unit Teams

- Supports the Site Process Lead (SPL) in conducting process health checks and audits, creating supporting materials, collaborating with Production Unit Teams, and leading and supporting risk management activities

- Maintains and stewards a schedule for risk register reviews across all Midstream Production Unit Teams

- Liaises closely with the Midstream Production Unit teams to plan and execute risk assessment and control effectiveness activities

- Supports the strategic asset management planning and capital long-range planning processes by ensuring risks requiring mitigation are identified, documented, and prioritized across the Midstream Production Unit Teams, leveraging the Risk Scoring and Prioritization Tool

- Supports Midstream emergency response activities across North America

- Develops, maintains, and delivers Midstream-specific reporting tools and training materials

- Acts as a mentor and coach in the development of risk assessment practitioners within the Midstream organization

Location & Other Key Details:

- This is an office-based role. You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W.

- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday

- Occasional travel may be required

- Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

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.