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.
Are you a member of the Indigenous community looking to step into the Oil Sands business? If you have a strong safety mindset and an interest in operating equipment, come join our mining team as a Heavy Equipment Operator! If you have no background or experience no worries we will support you to get just that!
Minimum Requirements
- Must self-identify as Indigenous Status / Non-status
- A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or 10+ years of work experience
- Have a valid full Class 5 Drivers License at time of application (cannot be the graduated drivers’ license GDL). If you currently have a GDL, please review this link :
- Must currently reside within the RMWB
- If you have experience operating equipment, please highlight that in your resume and you may have an opportunity to interview for our temporary HEO roles
No experience? No problem!
Candidates with no HEO or mining experience are welcome to apply and may be selected to attend a 4-week training program at Keyano College.
Above all else, we are looking for enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. If you are chosen for an interview please come prepared to discuss why a career in Heavy Equipment Operating is for you!
Tuition costs are covered, but candidates will not be paid while attending classroom training at Keyano
Upon successful completion of training, candidates may commence a paid, up to 6-month coop at Suncor Base Plant Mine or Syncrude Mildred Lake or Syncrude Aurora Mine.
Placements will be determined by the business.
Location and other Key Details :
- You will work out of our Suncor Base Plant Mine or Syncrude Mildred Lake or Aurora 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 or fly in / fly out position
- This is a temporary position for up to 6 months
- This is a safety sensitive position
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).
Suncor is developing petroleum resources while advancing the transition to a low-emissions future through investment in power, renewable fuels and hydrogen.
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.
Indigenous – Heavy Equipment Operator (Haul Truck)
Are you a member of the Indigenous community looking to step into the Oil Sands business? If you have a strong safety mindset and an interest in operating equipment, come join our mining team as a Heavy Equipment Operator! If you have no background or experience no worries – we will support you to g...
Heavy Equipment Operator - Haul Truck Local
FLINT is seeking local Haul Truck Operators with a minimum of 2000 hours on Haul trucks or Articulating truck for a permanent position in Fort McMurray, AB starting ASAP. Minimum 2000+ hours of Haul truck or Articulating truck experience in an open pit mine. Able to train on new equipment when reque...
Heavy Equipment Operator (Haul Truck) (Kearl)
North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. ...
Heavy Equipment Operator
As a Heavy Equipment Operator you will maintain operations of the pit on a day to day basis. Valid and appropriate heavy equipment operator license or certification, demonstrating competence and adherence to safety standards. Reporting to the Plant Foreman, the Production Equipment Operator will ins...
Heavy Equipment Operator
The ideal candidate will safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material. Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the ...
Rigid Frame Haul Truck Operators
Proven experience as a rigid frame haul truck operator in the heavy civil earthworks, construction, mining or oilfield maintenance services industry. Join us as a rigid frame haul truck operator and be a part of our commitment to our values and pillars of excellence. Minimum of 3 years of recent exp...
Heavy Equipment Operator - Multi-Skilled
FLINT is seeking Multiskilled Operators with experience operating various heavy machinery to support diverse mining operations for a permanent position in Fort McMurray, AB starting December. Minimum of 6000 hours of experience operating a 250+ excavator, coupled with at least 2000 hours on either a...
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator - CNUL Albian CS Site
The Utility Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Utility Heavy Equipment Operators may be asked to operate equipment such as loaders, dozers, graders, excavators, skid steers, rock trucks, and packers. Ability to get signed off on ro...
Heavy Equipment Operators - Multi Operators & Finish Operators
Are you a top-notch operator looking to improve your skills while running some of the best equipment in the game? Morgan is the place for you!. We are currently seeking Excavator, Dozer and Multi Operators at all levels. GPS equipment experience or exposure. Heavy civil earthworks, construction, and...
Utility Heavy Equipment Operator (PROJECT) - Misc Clients
The Utility Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, water trucks, snow plows and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and sec...