Well Pads Production Technician - Firebag

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. Want to work at one of the largest in situ operations in the world? To support our continued growth, we are hiring Well Pads Production Technicians for Fly‑In/Fly‑Out (FIFO) positions at our Firebag site. This is a frontline opportunity to take charge of well pad operations, keep production running safely and efficiently, and drive strong communication across every shift change. If you’re a safety‑first operator who thrives in the field and is always looking for a better way to work, we want you on our team. 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: Five years of experience in conventional oil and gas operations, SAGD or heavy oil Experience operating gas compression and pipelines is preferred Diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (ABSA certified), or equivalent A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record Key Accountabilities: Follow all operating processes and procedures during operations to ensure the safety of our people, equipment, and the environment Execute pad operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production, with clear and effective communication during shift handovers Monitor operating conditions—including levels, pressures, and temperatures—and take timely action to adjust processes during upsets in line with production targets Perform routine operating tasks such as monitoring levels, pressures, and temperatures Perform basic troubleshooting, initiate corrective actions, and coordinate repairs as required Prepare and isolate equipment and systems to support maintenance activities Location and other Key Details: You will work out of our Firebag location, which is our largest In Situ operation and one of the largest in the world (and located 120 km northeast of Fort McMurray, Alberta) This is a Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) camp-based position; you will FIFO from a Suncor hub location: Calgary/Edmonton, Alberta or Saskatoon, Saskatchewan The shift schedule is a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 nights off; 12-hour shifts) This position is safety sensitive You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers, with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces 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.

The technician is responsible for executing safe and efficient well pad operations, including monitoring process conditions and performing routine tasks. They must also conduct basic troubleshooting, coordinate repairs, and ensure clear communication during shift handovers.

Candidates must have at least five years of experience in conventional oil and gas, SAGD, or heavy oil operations. A diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology or a 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate is required, along with a valid driver's license.

• Competitive compensation • Regional-based uplifts • Annual bonuses • Long-term financial rewards • Pension programs • Savings plans with company matching • Employee assistance program • Health benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Paid vacation time • Personal time-off • Internal mobility • Succession planning • Employee training and development programs

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• Oil and gas operations
• SAGD
• Heavy oil
• Gas compression
• Pipeline operations
• Petroleum engineering
• Power engineering
• Troubleshooting
• Equipment maintenance
• Safety compliance
• Process monitoring
• Shift handover communication
• Field operations
• Mechanical aptitude
• Pipelines
• Good Driving Record
• 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate
• Lifting Ability
• Time Off Management
• Effective Communication
• Talent Development
• Communication
• Conventional Oil
• Training And Development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Oil and Gas
• Operations
• Petroleum Engineering
• Succession Planning
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

• Energy
• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Production Technician
• Manufacturing / Production Technician (General)
• Mechanical Engineering Technicians
• Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Oct 31, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week