Power Engineering, Oil Sands

2 months ago


Fort McMurray Alberta TP, Fort McMurray region, Canada Canadian Natural Resources Limited Full time

The Opportunity:

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects

As a Power Engineering Student working at our Albian or Horizon Oil Sands sites, or our Jackfish and Kirby Thermal sites, you will become a part of a team that manages the day-to-day requirements associated with plant operations. In this role, you will gain your required steam time, exposure to an oil industry environment, training that will be highly beneficial towards your Power Engineering program and you will receive mentorship and coaching from an experienced operations team, to help develop your career.

Oil Sands:

  • Term length: 4 month or 6 month
  • Term start: January, May, July, or September 2025
  • Job locations: Fort McMurray, Alberta - Oil Sands Sites: Albian & Horizon
  • Shift schedule: 7 Days On, 7 Days Off, 7 Nights On, & 7 Days Off (12 Hour Shifts)
  • Safety sensitive position: Yes (Pre-Screening A&D test required)

Thermal:

  • Term length: 4 Month or 6 Month
  • Term start: January, May, July, or September
  • Job locations: Conklin, Alberta - SAGD Sites: Jackfish 1, 2, & 3. Kirby North & South
  • Shift schedule: 8 Days on, 6 Days Off, 8 Nights On, 6 Days off (12 Hour Shifts)
    • First & Last Day are ½ Days
  • Safety sensitive position: Yes (Pre-Screening A&D test required)

Key Accountabilities:

  • Monitor the unit to ensure all production rates are achieved and maintained
  • Assist in daily rounds and routines associated with all steam generators
  • Learn the layout, purpose and operating parameters of your designated area
  • Assist Operators in the preparation and maintenance of equipment
  • Participate in safety programs and maintain a safe work environment

What You Bring to The Role:

  • Currently enrolled in a Power Engineering Technologist Program
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office programs
  • Physically fit and able to work in extremes of temperature
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (including GDL) with a reasonably clean driver’s abstract
  • Demonstrate a mechanical aptitude

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
  • Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
  • Bus In/Bus Out from Fort McMurray to Albian & Horizon
  • May be eligible for relocation to Calgary, Edmonton or Fort McMurray pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community

If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to learn more about we have to offer

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023 & 2024 by Canada's Future Workforce.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural - one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

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