Autonomous Haulage Systems Superintendent

LOCATION: Fort Hills, Wood Buffalo, Alberta (CA-AB)
JOB NUMBER: 32061

Why you should join us:

To be a truly sustainable company, we are always looking for more effective ways of managing our operations. Innovation and technology adoption are important tools in our safety and efficiency efforts and we were the first to introduce autonomous haul system (AHS) technology into oil sands mining.  Over the next five years, we expect to deploy more than 150 autonomous haul trucks, through a phased implementation, which will be one of the largest investments in electric autonomous vehicles in the world.

As a Superintendent, you will be responsible for ensuring AHS Operations at Our Fort Hills Mine Site are operated in a safe and efficient way.

You will use your expertise to:

• Lead AHS mine plan delivery and production and influence production optimization
• Ensure area access controls are strictly adhered to and entry is restricted to essential personnel only
• Ensure emergency preparedness plans are understood and adhered to
• Work closely with shift trainers to ensure skill sets and training requirements are being met
• Provide area authority and operational risk management of AHS operating footprint while on shift
• Direct leadership and performance management oversight for AHS field and dispatch supervisors
• Collaborate with functional peers (i.e. mine planning, maintenance, EHS) to drive business results
• Provide back-up to the departmental manager position

We’d like to review your application if you have…

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• 15 years of experience in relation to mining operations with a minimum of five years in a leadership capacity (superintendent/supervisory)
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a continuous improvement attitude
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to engage and encourage front line employees in a positive manner; you hold yourself and others accountable
• A proven ability to effectively handle risk, change and the capacity to make sound and timely decisions aligned with Suncor goals and values
• Strong working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and a deep understanding of loss management techniques
• Alignment with our values of: safety above all else, respect, raise the bar, commitments matter and do the right thing

Preference for:

• Previous experience working in a start-up mining operation or new technology deployment
• Knowledge of mining dispatch systems and support applications
• Experience in an Autonomous Haulage System Mine

Where you’ll be working, your work schedule, and other important information:

• You will work out of our camp-based Fort Hills mining site, located in Alberta’s Athabasca region, 90 kilometres north of Fort McMurray, Alberta
• The shift schedule is a 7 days on /7 days off rotation (7 days on, 7 days off, 7  nights on, 7 nights off; 12-hour shifts)
• This position is safety sensitive 

Why Suncor?

We are Canada's leading integrated energy company with a business portfolio that includes oil sands development and upgrading, offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand. Our global presence offers rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute, and grow in a variety of career-building positions. We live by the value of safety above all else – do it safely, or don’t do it. Our strong track record of growth and a focus on sustainability mean tremendous potential for the future. Learn about our mission, vision and values.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including:

• Competitive base salary, compensation programs, and an annual incentive program
• Flexible benefits package
• Rewarding pension and savings plans

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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 will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request. Check out our social goal to learn how we are working to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

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