Marlin Resources is restarting the McKay River SAGD facility near Fort McMurray, AB, and we are assembling the operations team to lead it back to production. This is a rare opportunity to join a thermal operation at the outset.
Contract & Full Time Positions Available | Fly-in/Fly-out | 10 days on / 4 days off during restart, moving to 7 on / 7 off
An Opportunity to Be In From the Start
Team members joining now will play a direct role in recommissioning the plant and in setting the operating standards and procedures that will guide it long term. Most importantly, you will be part of building a lasting culture that defines how this facility operates for years to come. We value practical innovation and encourage operators to challenge conventional approaches and apply lessons from their past experience to improve how the facility runs.
A restart demands commitment, adaptability and strong teamwork. In return, it offers meaningful ownership of the outcome and the chance to build a high-performing operation from the ground up.
About the Role
As a SAGD Operator, you will run daily operations and maintenance activities while meeting production and HSE targets. You will help optimize plant efficiency and performance, and lead troubleshooting during unusual or adverse conditions, including the added complexity of a facility restart. This role reports to the General Manager of Operations.
Responsibilities
- Support restart and recommissioning activities, including system checks, startup sequencing and early-stage troubleshooting
- Meet Operations targets for safety, cost control, revenue generation and organizational effectiveness by keeping process conditions on target
- Troubleshoot and optimize the process to control key costs and improve reliability
- Monitor thermal efficiency of exchangers and of heating and cooling systems
- Give clear communication and direction to plant and field operators
- Make sure operating data is collected accurately and on time
- Comply with internal and external (AER/ABSA) reporting requirements
- Work within the Emergency Response Plan when required
- Help develop SOPs, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and safe operating practices from the ground up
- Promote consistent operating practices and work quality across operating areas
- Bring forward new ideas and drive continuous improvement in plant operations
- Maintain all HSE and technical competency requirements
Qualifications
- 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate (required); 2nd Class preferred
- 5+ years of hands-on SAGD operations experience preferred; startup or commissioning experience is a strong asset
- Solid technical knowledge of SAGD process, steam generation/boilers and water treatment
- Creative problem-solver who is comfortable working where not everything is written down yet - Strong work ethic, and ready for the pace of a restart
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; a genuine team player - Clear verbal and written communication
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
- Proficient with DCS/control systems and standard computer applications
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: Role dependent
- Restart phase: 10 days on / 4 days off
- Steady-state: 7 days on / 7 days off
- Fly-in/fly-out, contract
Application question(s):
- Do you have 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate?
- Do you have 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate?