Joining Suncor means you will work for 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 professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.
We are seeking experienced Mining Engineers to join our Mine & Tailings Planning teams in Fort McMurray. These roles play a critical part in the success of our enterprise through integration with our Operations, Maintenance, Geosciences, and Capital Projects teams. Mine Engineers are responsible for mine design, planning, scheduling, and execution support from the shift through the upcoming budget year.Minimum Requirements:
8 years of on-site mine engineering/operations experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Mine Engineering or equivalent and registered as a professional engineer (P.Eng) with APEGA.
Understanding of Mine Geoscience and Regulatory requirements
Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to build key relationships with cross-functional, internal and external stakeholders.
Proficiency in Mine Planning software suites (CAD & Scheduling), Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, Access, Power BI) and coding Languages (VBA, Python, Etc)
Responsibilities:
Lead the process of translating Business Plan goals into a costed execution plan
Mine design (highwalls, benches, structures)
Mine planning (reclamation salvage & placement, drainage, roads, infrastructure)
Mine scheduling (monthly periods; 0-24) and material balancing
Stewardship and continuous improvement support
Mentorship of junior and intermediate team members
Location and Other Key Details:
You will work out of Syncrude Mildred Lake, Syncrude Aurora or Suncor Base Plant in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs.
If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. Relocation support will be provided
Our engineering roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work
To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here
Why Suncor?
Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).
With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.
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