Cenovus
Energy
PlantOperator
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“Plant Operator at Cenovus. Skills: Process management, Condition monitoring, Troubleshooting skills. Perform operational rounds. Conduct condition monitoring”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of processing equipment; Maintain optimal efficiency within the assigned unit
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting skills
Safety sensitive position, Pre-employment medical, Alcohol/drug assessments, Maintain a Class 5 driver's license, Adhere to Company policies and guidelines
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Legally authorized to work in Canada, 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate, Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in SAGD operations, Proficiency with computers, technical and troubleshooting skills to complement Power Engineering qualifications, Class 5 driver's license, satisfactory driving record
Nice to Have
3rd or 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate, experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, SAP, and a field data capture system
What You'll Do.
Perform operational rounds
Conduct condition monitoring
Make operational adjustments
Prepare equipment for planned work
Follow Cenovus’s LOTO procedures
Respond to process upsets or alarms
Maintain clear communication
Support Cenovus Safety Culture
Conduct thorough Handover Meetings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate effectively within a team environment; Building working relationships; Communicate with required parties
Communication Scope
Clear communication
Full Job Description
Worker Type: Employee Job Post End Date: 06/10/2026 ** _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 the 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 four Oil Sands Operations sites (Christina Lake, Christina Lake North, Foster Creek, or Sunrise, Based on business need).** **_Work Environment:_** * This is a full-time employee position working a shift rotation * All Oil Sands Operations sites have full-service camp facilities and recreational amenities. **_Transportation:_** * 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 as well as bus transportation to site from La Corey, AB. * 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 is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton. **_What you’ll 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 AWT’s maintenance schedule by preparing equipment for planned work and following Cenovus’s LOTO procedures. * Respond to process upsets or alarms and maintain clear communication with required parties until r
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