Process Operator, Edmonton Refinery# Careers## Process Operator, Edmonton RefineryApply: Sherwood Park, AB, CAN: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 22, 2026 (14 days left to apply): R0017363At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.
Join our refinery team as a Process Operator, where safety is our highest priority. We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional who is committed to safe, reliable operations and takes pride in maintaining operational excellence in a fast-paced refinery environment.

What we offer
We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.
* Strong compensation:

we offer
competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
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Benefits:
utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
* Generous time-off:



enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
* Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your developmentMinimum

Requirements:
* We are looking for Process Operators that possess a Chemical Engineering Technology diploma, Petroleum Engineering Technology diploma, 4th class or 3rd class power engineering certificate
* Strong experience in process operations in an industrial setting
* Must possess an excellent mechanical aptitude/skills to allow hands-on operation of equipment (i.e. pumps, compressors, heaters, etc.).
* Strong analytical/troubleshooting/decision making skills
* Ability to build robust relationships and work closely with your operations and maintenance peers
* This role requires a minimum of high school or GED equivalent

Responsibilities:
* Monitors and controls all processes and equipment in assigned unit area.
* Responds to Emergencies and Upset conditions ensuring that established procedures are followed
* Performs routine operating tasks (i.e. monitor levels, temperatures, pressures,



etc.)
* Monitors operating area for abnormal conditions (i.e. mechanical or process related)
* Operates process in all phases: steady state, startup, shutdown, abnormal situations
* Performs basic troubleshooting and product sampling
* Assists in preparation of equipment for maintenance
* Takes active role in troubleshooting and entering notifications for equipment / unit repairs
* Performs housekeeping duties, operational maintenance as assigned
* Be part of the emergency response team as outlined in the Emergency Response PlanLocation and other Key details:* You will work out of our Edmonton refinery in Sherwood Park, located at 801 Petroleum Way
* Must be prepared to work a rotating twelve (12) hour shift schedule.
* This job is physically demanding and requires heavy lifting, use of ladders and working on elevated work sites such as scaffolds, tanks and/or towers
* Candidates must be able to perform work in a variety of different environments, both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces, and at heights; and must be comfortable using a self-contained breathing apparatus
* You will be subject to a six-month probationary period and represented by the Edmonton employees' bargaining associationThink we are a fit? Apply nowSuncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

📌 Process Operator, Edmonton Refinery (Sherwood Park)
🏢 Suncor Energy
📍 Sherwood Park