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Welder

@ Suncor Energy Inc.

Fort McMurray, Alberta

Full-time5+ years experience
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Suncor Energy Inc. is hiring a full-time welder for its Base Plant maintenance team at the Mine site in Fort McMurray, Alberta. The role covers fabrication and repair of pressure components and piping, plus executing planned and break-in welding repairs. The posting requires a valid Alberta or Red Seal journeyperson welder certificate, B-Pressure certification, five years of post-apprenticeship heavy-industrial welding experience and a six-days-on, six-days-off rotation of 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities:

  • Fabrication et réparation de composants sous pression et de tuyauterie
  • Exécution de réparations planifiées et de réparations imprévues
  • Utilisation sécuritaire de l'équipement et des véhicules de l'entreprise
  • Évaluation des procédures d'entretien et recommandation de modifications

Requirements summary:

  • Certificat de soudeur-compagnon valide de l'Alberta ou Red Seal
  • Certification B-Pressure
  • Cinq ans d'expérience en soudage industriel lourd après l'apprentissage
  • Diplôme d'études secondaires ou GED
  • Permis de conduire valide et dossier de conduite propre

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Health insuranceDentalVisionRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time off
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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience5+ years
Hours per week42
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsAlberta Journeyperson Welder Certificate, Red Seal Journeyperson Welder Certificate, B-Pressure certification
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness

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Suncor Energy Inc.

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Canada's leading integrated energy company // La plus importante société énergétique intégrée au Canada

Full company description

In 1967, we pioneered commercial development of Canada's oil sands – one of the largest petroleum resource basins in the world. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally competitive integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high-quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects. Suncor’s operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand. Our use of innovative technology has made us an industry leader in the energy business – and with a strong strategy for growth, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. As an employer, Suncor is one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of newcomers and experienced professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise from all parts of Canada.

LinkedIn followers
450,222
People associated on LinkedIn
14,764
Reported office locations
  • 150 - 6 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, CA
Business categories
  • Renewable Energy
  • Fuel
  • Oil and Gas
  • Marketing
  • Energy
Other recorded names
  • Suncor Energy
  • Suncor
Specialties
  • Oil Sands
  • Exploration & Production
  • Energy Marketing
  • Refining & Marketing
  • and Renewable Energy
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
822,586,653

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

In 1967, we pioneered commercial development of Canada's oil sands – one of the largest petroleum resource basins in the world. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally competitive integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high-quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects. Suncor’s operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil…

FieldValue
IndustryOil and Gas
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersCalgary, Alberta
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1967
SpecialtiesOil SandsExploration & ProductionEnergy MarketingRefining & Marketingand Renewable Energy
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Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Are you a certified B Pressure Welder with a strong commitment to safety? Join our Base Plant maintenance team and apply your expertise to maintain and repair critical assets through safe, high-quality preventive and predictive maintenance.


What we offer:

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.

  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development

Minimum Requirements:

  • A Valid Alberta Journeyperson Welder Certificate or an Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson Welder Certificate
  • B-Pressure certification
  • Five years of post-apprenticeship experience in heavy-industrial welding environment
  • A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
  • A valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:

  • Fabrication and repair of pressure components and piping, as duties vary from piping to pressure vessel and structural applications in a large, multi-disciplined shop
  • Execute all planned and break in welding repairs
  • Operate company-provided equipment and vehicles in a safe manner
  • Evaluate maintenance procedures, and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production

Location and other Key Details:

  • You will work out of our Base Plant Mine site in Fort McMurray, Alberta
  • The shift schedule is a six days on/six days off rotation (three days on, three nights on, six days off; 12-hour shifts)
  • This position is safety sensitive
  • You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces
  • If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

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