Control Room Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026.
At 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.
Do you have a passion for Pipeline and Control Centre Operations and are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in an ever-changing and dynamic environment? Are you highly motivated to advance your career and take on new challenges? In this role, you will work side-by-side with some of the most hardworking peers in the energy industry and will be accountable for all pipeline operations, procedures, and emergency response for the console of responsibility.
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
- 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 development
Minimum Requirements:
- Pipeline Control Centre or Two years of Field Operations Experience
- A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- A valid 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate or Technical Diploma
- Demonstrated adherence to all environmental health and safety practices, policies, standards, and regulations
- A self-starter with strong communication skills with the proven ability to work well in a team environment
- Proven problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
- The ability to make timely independent decisions
- An adaptive work style with an ability to balance multiple priorities, challenging demands, and function positively in a dynamic work environment
- A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record
Don’t have all the qualifications listed? That’s ok! Apply anyway. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills.
Responsibilities:
- Follow and adjust pipeline rates and pump selections according to the schedule and work activity reports
- Provide advice and feedback into operational constraints and opportunities while following company policies
- Exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills along with sound decision making
- Work collaboratively with shift crew, support staff and external stakeholders
- Make operational changes on pipeline systems while maintaining good understanding of pipeline hydraulics and following good operational discipline
- Respond to emergency conditions and alarms on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment
- Review and provide input into operating procedure revisions as well as operational manual revisions
- Generate SAP work request notifications for nuisance alarms or failed equipment issues
Location and other key details:
- You will work out of our Pipeline Office in Sherwood Park, Alberta, located at 241 Kaska Road
- You will work 12-hour a day 28-day shift cycle. 2 days, 2 nights, 5 off. 2 days, 3 nights 4 off. 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off. With the potential for overtime to support Control Centre needs
- This is a safety sensitive role
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
Suncor 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.