Mine Drainage Operator

LOCATION: Fort Hills, Wood Buffalo, Alberta (CA-AB)
JOB NUMBER: 32219

Why you should join us:

Would you like to be a part of an open-pit truck and shovel mine with an expected lifespan of 50 years?  If so we have an exciting new opportunity for a Mine Drainage Technician. Your main responsibility will be to move water safely and efficiently while protecting the environment. 

You will use your expertise to:

• Build, operate and maintain surface dewatering infrastructure - sumps, ditches, culverts, berms, drains, HDPE lines
• Fuse HDPE pipe
• Complete ponds inspection and pump rounds
• Complete winterization and spring run-off readiness activities
• Operate heavy equipment:  excavators, dozers, graders, and loaders

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

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• Two years of experience with construction of drainage systems (civil works background or commercial / residential buildings)
• A proven safety training and outstanding safety record
• A basic knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Previous experience with pumps, centrifuge systems or dredging and dewatering systems
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to train and provide mentorship to others
• A continuous improvement attitude and are able to seek greater knowledge and understanding of the systems, process and hazards in the workplace
• A zero-tolerance for shortcuts, and if the procedure is incorrect, you fix it
• Alignment with our values of: safety above all else, respect, raise the bar, commitments matter and do the right thing

Preference for:

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment while building dewatering systems

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
• The roles requires working outdoors in harsh weather conditions 

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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JOB CATEGORY: Trade & Operators