Future Opportunities

At Horizon Oil Sands, we seek talented individuals to join our world class operation. We encourage all interested individuals to apply for future consideration in our plant operations.

We believe all employees should share in the company’s success. We offer a competitive compensation package comprised of the following:
• Base salary, Stock options upon hire, Stock savings plan
• Annual compensation review (performance bonus, stock option
• grant, share bonus grant and salary adjustment)
• Fort McMurray Location Premium
• 2009 Retention/Incentive Programs
• Company benefits
• Living Choices – until December 31, 2012, company assistance in
• rental or home ownership in Fort McMurray

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

SCOPE
Be part of a team responsible for the safe operation of the ore preparation, extraction and froth treatment process of the oils sands operation in meeting planned production, quality and environmental targets.
• Requires an individual looking to gain exposure to the oil sands and the desire to create a career path for themselves.
• Your attention to detail, common sense approach and ability to learn quickly will assist you in your development to become an Operator responsible for ensuring that the operations processes in Bitumen Production are at their optimum levels.
• This position will provide the right individual with a long term opportunity for career growth and personal development.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations by providing appropriate field support.
• Communicate with a team of Field Operators and a Panel Operator on a regular basis.
• Foster a team work environment by assisting in all areas as required.
• Operate all process equipment using most current Standard Operating Procedure.
• Make decisions regarding the best use of resources to meet targets as per operational plan.
• Shut down and provide a safe isolation of all process equipment for maintenance activities as required.
• Complete shift log entries, monitor operations and submit maintenance requests.
• Work with engineering and process personnel to optimize safety, production, recoveries and environmental targets.
• Develop a clear understanding of plant process and controls.
• Ensure housekeeping in your area is kept at a high standard.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the Keyano Operators course is an asset.
• Valid class 5 license.

PERSONAL QUALITIES:
• Upbeat, with a positive attitude and an easy going nature.
• Enjoy the independence of being self managed and responsible for your success in a position.
• Consistently take a common sense approach when analyzing problems.
• Have a willingness to learn and seek opportunities to grow.

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT:
• Comply with all Health and Safety requirements established by Canadian Natural Resources Limited.
• Know and comply with all regulations and legislative requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act for the province of Alberta and environmental standards.
• Follow safe work procedures and ensure all personnel comply.
• Report any injury or illness immediately.
• Report unsafe acts and conditions.
• Ensure personal protective equipment is available and is worn where and when required.

“To develop people to work together to create value for the company’s shareholders by doing it right with fun and integrity.”