Tailings Operator
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! Canadian Natural is seeking a Field Operator for the Bitumen Production (BP) Tailings team, reporting to the Tailings Shift Team Lead.
- Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shifts (rotating days/nights)
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: February 19, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Communicate with a team of field operators and panel operators on a regular basis to foster a teamwork environment by assisting in all areas as required
- Operate all equipment using most current Standard Operating Procedures
- Shut down and provide safe isolation of all process equipment for maintenance activities as required
- Complete shift log entries, monitor operations and submit maintenance requests
- Work with engineering and process personnel to optimize safety, production and environmental targets
- Ensure housekeeping in your area is kept at a high standard
- Develop a clear understanding of plant process and controls and operate the plant to meet production, quality and environmental targets
- Make decisions regarding the best use of resources
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations by providing appropriate field support
What You Bring to the Role:
- High School Diploma or GED is required however, successful completion of the Keyano Operators course will be an asset
- 5 plus years’ experience in a large integrated plant site or oil sand operating facility
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Demonstrate common sense approach when analyzing problems, be self-managed and “think outside the box” for continuous plant and process improvements
- Willingness to learn and seek opportunities to grow
- A component of the role is related to working on and around water (SVOP, MEDA3 or higher is considered an asset) boat, dredge and barge work is part of the role
- Previous experience with loader and or skid steer an asset
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
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.
Tailings Operator
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! Canadian Natural is seeking a Field Operator for the Bitumen Production (BP) Tailings team, reporting to the Tailings Shift Team Lead.
- Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shifts (rotating days/nights)
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: February 19, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Communicate with a team of field operators and panel operators on a regular basis to foster a teamwork environment by assisting in all areas as required
- Operate all equipment using most current Standard Operating Procedures
- Shut down and provide safe isolation of all process equipment for maintenance activities as required
- Complete shift log entries, monitor operations and submit maintenance requests
- Work with engineering and process personnel to optimize safety, production and environmental targets
- Ensure housekeeping in your area is kept at a high standard
- Develop a clear understanding of plant process and controls and operate the plant to meet production, quality and environmental targets
- Make decisions regarding the best use of resources
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations by providing appropriate field support
What You Bring to the Role:
- High School Diploma or GED is required however, successful completion of the Keyano Operators course will be an asset
- 5 plus years’ experience in a large integrated plant site or oil sand operating facility
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Demonstrate common sense approach when analyzing problems, be self-managed and “think outside the box” for continuous plant and process improvements
- Willingness to learn and seek opportunities to grow
- A component of the role is related to working on and around water (SVOP, MEDA3 or higher is considered an asset) boat, dredge and barge work is part of the role
- Previous experience with loader and or skid steer an asset
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
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.