Job DescriptionThe Opportunity:Make your mark while you grow your career! Reporting to the Superintendent of the Value Stream, you will provide direct input and assistance on all operational and maintenance issues within Bitumen Production Organization. You will work together with staff from across the organization to ensure cross functional teams associated with your business unit are aligned and creating value. Internal groups will include but not be limited Bitumen Production Operations Team, Maintenance Team, Reliability Team, Asset Integrity Team, Continuous Improvement and other business areas to maximize production and lower operating costs. This position has no direct reports and will provide direct input to Shift Team Lead (STL) and Maintenance related to Operations goal setting and performance evaluations.
- Job location: Albian Site - Fort McMurray, Alberta
- Shift schedule: 7x7, 12-hour shift
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: September 24, 2026
Key Accountabilities:- Work closely with the Operations Superintendent and STL's in the areas of plant efficiency, safety, training, and in particular daily plant operations and production and is the main point of contact for all support groups such as reliability, major projects, process engineering, continuous improvement, sustaining capital
- Demonstrate a high level of knowledge of all aspects of the operation and a thorough understanding of the processes within the business unit
- Responsible for seasonal planning to ensure winterization and de-winterization is followed in a timely fashion and able to recognize and resolve issues or lapses in the operation organization and Mentor and consult with STL in order to drive consistency throughout the four shifts as well as the entirety of the business units
- Attend and lead BUT meetings and contribute to other information gatherings including production planning, operational status and maintenance planning/scheduling meetings
- Evaluate compliance of Operational Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis, and Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures and Coordinate Standar Operating Procedures (SOP) updating and also care and control of area fire inspection, leveraging audits completed by Operators
- Provide input into plant optimization initiatives and asset expansions at Albian. Conduct weekly field tours focused on safety, problem identification and resolution, and housekeeping. Establish strong working relationships with peers by maintaining a visible presence in the field, at meetings, and during regular discussions.
- Comply with all Health and Safety Requirements established by Canadian Natural as well as legislative requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act for the Province of Alberta and environmental standards
What You Bring to the Role:- 5+ years of experience with Plant Operations or similar type of facilities
- Supervisory experience and/or technical training (technology diploma) would be considered an asset, high school diploma required as a minimum
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and LSS knowledge
- Ability to influence and guide team members in achieving a common goal by working together and team player with excellent communication skills
- Set the standard for integrity, safety, and leadership
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and technical ability to complete obligations in a timely manner
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to make timely business-related decisions
- Ability to prioritize work while recognizing the need for doing thorough and complete work
- Possess a self-motivated drive to do what is right for the company and demonstrate commitment to the company's corporate mission
What We Offer:- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
- May be eligible for additional premiums
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- First class camp facilities
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
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