Heavy Hauler Operator- Syncrude

At Fort McKay Group of Companies LP we are committed to ensuring “no harm” to our most valuable asset - people. We achieve this by: promoting personal safety amongst the workforce; striving for excellence in Safety Performance by making continuous improvement an essential component of our Health, Safety & Environment management systems; we believe the safety is everyone’s responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We are devoted to making “SafetyOur Way of Life”.

**Summary**:
Under the direction of the Team Lead, the Heavy Equipment Operator - Heavy Hauler is responsible for the operations of equipment in a safe, productive, and efficient manner according to the scope of the project and the work being performed. The operator will also keep clean and maintain the equipment and comply with all policies and procedures in the operation and securement of the equipment.
This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing. In addition, this position may require the successful completion of client training and a competency assessment.

**Key Focus**:

- Operate a mining truck/off-highway truck to move earth or other materials during mining related activities in a safe, productive, and efficient manner from one location to another.
- Conduct pre-operational and post-operational checks on equipment, keep equipment clean, and perform any basic maintenance or troubleshooting as required.
- Accept instructions from the Team Lead and/or Shift Supervisor as directed, and adjust work and strategy according to changing conditions, policies, and procedures as needed.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, provide suggestions for improvement and safety.
- Advise Team Lead or Shift Supervisor of any required maintenance or repairs of the equipment.
- Maintain a safe disposition at all times, ensure the safety of the client site and more importantly, the safety of fellow personnel/drivers. Report all incidents to the Team Leader and Supervisor, freeze the scene as required.
- Comply with all policies, procedures, and requirements as laid out by the client at all times while on the worksite.
- Perform any related and/or additional duties as assigned.
- 6 on, 6 off schedule; days and nights; 12 hour shifts

**Knowledge and Skills Required**:

- Minimum one (1) year of experience operating Caterpillar 777,785, 789,793,797, Komatsu 980 is required
- At least 2+ years of verifiable experience in an equipment operating role in an Industrial environment, with relevant experience in an Oilsands production environment relating to Mining, Civil Construction, and Heavy Equipment Operation.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
- College or industry courses in heavy equipment operating is considered an asset
- Retention of a valid class five (5) driver’s license and clean drivers abstract is required
- Valid CSO or BSO is required
- Ability to speak, write and read English is required
- LPS training is considered an asset
- Ability to take direction and carry out instructions with occasional conflicting priorities and changes on short-notice is required.
- Ability to work independently and multitask, as well as work effectively in a team environment, adapting to changing client requirements.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

These are full time positions located north of Fort McMurray, AB on Syncrude Site.

**NOTE**: Camp/ Flight accommodations is NOT provided.

**What We Offer**:

- Highly competitive wages
- Great company paid benefits and matching pension programs
- The opportunity to make a difference
- Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career.
- Work-life balance; we know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that