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 experienced temporary Heavy Equipment Operators for our mining team in Fort McMurray. Do you have an extraordinarily strong safety mindset and want to gain a rewarding experience in the oil sands industry? We’d love to hear from you!

As a heavy equipment operator, you will have the opportunity to become a dedicated contributor to our oil sands mining operations operating ultra class haul trucks.

Minimum Requirements

At least 6 months' experience with operating equipment (haul trucks, wiggle wagon, dozers, graders, excavators) in industries such as mining, civil earthworks, pipelines, sawmills, pulp and paper mills or manufacturing, or highway construction.

A High School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or Canadian Adult Educational Credential (CAEC) or 10+ years of work experience.

A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities:

Be a positive contributor to building safety culture.

Complete walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments

Follow our operating standards and procedures.

Operate various makes and models of haul trucks.

Report all incidents, damage and near misses immediately.

Communicate updates to your supervisor to ensure that you meet all goals and objectives.

Location and other Key Details:

You will work out of our Base Plant Mine in Fort McMurray.

The shift schedule is a six days on/six days off rotation (three days on, three nights on, six days off; 12-hour shifts).

This is not a camp-based role.

This is a temporary assignment with a remaining duration of up to 2025, depending on business need.

This position is safety sensitive.

In your resume, please provide the type and size of the equipment you have operated and length of time of your employment with each company.

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.