Worker Type: Employee Job Post End Date: 03/12/2026 About this opportunity Cenovus is currently recruiting for the Plant Operator position. Reporting to the Coordinator, the Plant Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of processing equipment to maintain optimal efficiency within the assigned unit. You will be actively adhering to Cenovus policies, safety, operating rules, schedule agreements, attendance guidelines, and Government regulations. While this vacancy is currently at Christina Lake, this posting could be used to fill vacancies at any of the Oil Sands Operations sites (Christina Lake, Christina Lake North, Foster Creek, or Sunrise, based on business need). Work Environment Foster Creek & Christina Lake This is a fulltime employee position working a shift rotation. Foster Creek and Christina Lake have fullservice camp facilities. Depending on your place of residence and your shift rotation, bus and/or air transportation to/from site is offered from designated departure points in select locations. Foster Creek is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton. Christina Lake is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton as well as bus transportation to site from La Corey, AB, and Lac La Biche, AB. Christina Lake North is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton. Sunrise This is a fulltime employee position working a shift rotation. Sunrise is located approximately 100 km northeast of the City of Fort McMurray and is a flyin/flyout remote campbased position. Cenovus will provide transportation to Sunrise from designated hubs out of Calgary and Edmonton. At the Sunrise site, employees will be provided comfortable camp accommodations and recreational amenities. What youll do Perform operational rounds and conduct condition monitoring, including sampling and testing within the assigned area. Document results through electronic log entries, interpret findings, and make necessary operational adjustments. Support the AWTs maintenance schedule by preparing equipment for planned work and following Cenovuss LOTO procedures. Respond to process upsets or alarms and maintain clear communication with required parties until resolution is achieved. Provide assistance, coaching, onthejob training and assessments to new employees as required. Support Cenovus Safety Culture through Team initiatives such as the frontline audits and inspections, Safety Meetings, and Unit Inspections. Conduct thorough Handover Meetings with outgoing / incoming Plant Operations staff. Collaborate effectively within a team environment, building strong working relationships while also demonstrating the ability to work safely and independently as a motivated selfstarter. Who you are Minimum requirements Legally authorized to work in Canada. Possess a 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate, with preference given to those holding a 3rd or 2nd Class Certificate. Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in SAGD operations. Proficiency with computers is required (experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, SAP, and a field data capture system would be considered an asset). Strong technical and troubleshooting skills to complement Power Engineering qualifications. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement. As this position has been identified as safety sensitive, employment of a final candidate selected for this position will be conditional upon successful completion of required preemployment medical and alcohol/drug assessments. For this position you will be required to maintain a Class 5 drivers license, a satisfactory driving record, and adhere to the appropriate Company policies and guidelines. A drivers abstract will be one of the background checks requested in the preemployment screening for the final candidate. Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59PM MT March 11, 2026. Equal opportunity employer We believe a workplace where everyone has meritbased opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches, which help us make better business decisions. We believe that through this approach, we can solve challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. To achieve an unbiased and respectful workplace, individuals are evaluated based on qualifications, merit and abilities, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We also acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement. The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent. Interested in this opportunity? Click the Apply link. If you are a CURRENT EMPLOYEE, please apply by going to our Internal Career Site. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Plant Operator