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.
Minimum Requirements
Must self-declare as Indigenous Status / Non-status.
A High School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED) or Canadian Adult Educational Credential (CAEC) or 10+ years of work experience.
Have a valid full Class 5 Drivers License at time of application.
Must currently reside within the RMWB.
Process
Candidates who apply 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 invited 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 Syncrude Mildred Lake or Syncrude Aurora Mine. Placements will be determined by the business.
Candidates with prior HEO experience will not be considered for this program.
Please research this opportunity first to determine if it is right for you. More information can be found here: Heavy Equipment Operator: Easy Reading Job Profiles - alis
Location and other Key Details:
You will work out of our 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.
For Ft Chipewyan, Conklin and Janvier, we would offer the Rotational Program (including accommodation & bus pass, if required) for the 6 months coop work term.
This is a safety sensitive position
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.

In 1967, we pioneered commercial development of Canada's oil sands – one of the largest petroleum resource basins in the world. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally competitive integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high-quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects.
Suncor’s operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand.
Our use of innovative technology has made us an industry leader in the energy business – and with a strong strategy for growth, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career.
As an employer, Suncor is 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 newcomers and experienced professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise from all parts of Canada.