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.

We are hiring a Field Geoscientist to act as the front-line liaison between Short Range Mine Planning, Mine Operations, and Extraction Operations!

Minimum Requirements: 

Undergraduate degree in Geology or Geophysics with 2-4 years' work experience OR Graduate level degree with 1-2 years' work experience  Solid geoscience skills that integrate principles and practical application 

Key Accountabilities: 

Understand and communicate the geological framework and production plan to stakeholders, with a focus on geological risks  Familiarize self with the current mine plan and daily extraction performance and provide daily production ore quality forecasts Validate planned mining surfaces through analyzing and manipulating geological data and software or by conducting local field investigations (test pitting, auger drilling) Perform regular daily field inspections to ensure forecasted blending parameters equate to field observations, and communicate and record subsequent deviations Evaluate and communicate mine geohazards Perform regular oversize QA/QC inspections    

Location & other key details: 

You will work out of our Base Plant Mine in Fort McMurray, AlbertaThe shift schedule is a 5 days on/4 days off rotation (12-hour shifts) This is not a camp-based role This position is security sensitive which requires you to clear a criminal history checkIf you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. Relocation support will be provided; we offer competitive housing assistance to eligible individualsOur 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.