Operator

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Job Summary

ConocoPhillips Canada is currently looking for a Surmont Operator to join the team at the Surmont facilities. This position will be a site-based role, and the primary responsibility is to monitor the unit, ensuring product quality specs are met, equipment functionality and productivity is maintained and detecting and responding to active and potential malfunctions and equipment failures.

This is a 14/14 rotational position with flight coverage and camp accommodations.

Position Overview

Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support and comply with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of CPC's Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System. Ensure HSE issues are given primary consideration in all activities undertaken within area of responsibility. Unsafe acts and/or conditions, no matter in what area of responsibility, are to be reported so corrective actions can be taken.

• Has a full and comprehensive understanding of all the process and safety systems to control the Surmont Facilities in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

• Ensures the safety of the work environment for all employees.

• Is responsible for starting up and shutting down Facilities and wells under normal conditions as well as under emergency conditions including timely notifications as required.

• Reports abnormal and unusual conditions that develop during the daily work schedule to the CPF1 or CPF2 Shift Supervisor

• Responsible for daily housekeeping duties, testing and data collection.

• Reacts to abnormal situations and process incidents by making prompt and safe adjustments to maintain effective and safe production.

• Effectively manages all process equipment as per recommended operating parameters and set points and maintains KPI’s.

• Provides detailed and comprehensive reports as required on operations and existing conditions and produces effective shift turnover notes.

• Reports equipment malfunctions directly to the Shift Supervisor and the appropriate Maintenance Supervisor’s

• Adheres to standard operating procedures and special instructions as required.

• Is actively and responsibly involved in the Competency Assurance program.

• Close collaboration with other Unit Operators to ensure a safe, effective & efficient operation.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Power Engineering Certificate, or actively working towards certification.

• Minimum 2 years Operations Experience with a preference for SAGD experience.

• This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the CPC’s Alcohol and Drug policy, which includes pre-assignment testing. 

• Strong written and verbal communications skills 

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, utilizing strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Ability to comply with a 14/14 rotational schedule, day shift and night shift.

• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis without restrictions. 

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the closing date. 
 
This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the ConocoPhillips Canada substance abuse program and pre-employment health screening. 
 

The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license and a copy of a current drivers abstract. 
 

Current employees: Please ensure you have discussed your intent to apply with your current supervisor prior to applying for any internal position. 
 

For information on our Sustainable Development performance in Canada, visit Sustainability | ConocoPhillips Canada  
 

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply By: 

Apr 7, 2026

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.