Firefighter/Paramedic - #446676

Joining Suncor means you will work for 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 professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Our Baseplant Emergency Services Team is looking for an Emergency Response Officer to join the team!

Key Accountabilities:

• Reporting to the Emergency Coordinator, the ERO performs basic duties relating to fire, medical, rescue and hazmat according to standard practices and procedures
• Responds to all downgrading incidents as a member of a team under the supervision of a Level 2 ERO, Senior Emergency Response Officer and/or Emergency Coordinator
• Performs assigned tasks as required to support the Emergency Action Plan
• Provides medical assessment and treatment within the boundaries of their EMT, Paramedic or RN Protocols
• Supports the Training Group and Treatment Room Group as requested and assigned
• Performs Level 1 (housekeeping inspections) on property assets
• Must be able to independently collect and analyze comprehensive information applying basic professional judgment with guidance on complex issues
• During emergency operations the ERO must have the ability to follow direction and execute tactics. The successful candidate must have the knowledge and ability to evaluate the effectiveness of their tactics, communicate status and make necessary recommendations to the Sector Leader and/or Emergency Coordinator to help ensure the most effective and safe approach to all downgrading incidents
• Independently provide initial response including size up and conduct immediate mitigation tactics
• High level of knowledge and ability to interpret relevant response, medical and operational guidelines, protocols and policy & procedures
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter with basic technical knowledge and experience (1 – 3 years of experience)
• Qualified Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic or Registered Nurse with basic technical knowledge and experience (1-3 years of experience)
• Registered to practice with the required governing body having jurisdiction (i.e. AB EMT & Paramedics registered with ACP, AB RN registered with CARNA)
• Certification and/or equivalent experience in 1 of the following areas: Dangerous Goods - NFPA 472 Ops, Fire Dept. Vehicles Driver/Operator - NFPA 1002, Rope Rescue - NFPA 1006 Rescue Technician, Wild Land Fire Fighting - NFPA 1051
• Certified in Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
• Paramedic / RN certified in Advanced Cardiac Live Support (ACLS)
• Alberta Class 3 Operators License with Air Brake endorsement
• Certified as a Breath Alcohol Technician and in Drug Urine Screening and Collection (EMTA Firebag site, EMTP or RN)
• Required to successfully pass the yearly Emergency Services Fitness Test
  
  

Location and Other Information:

• This opportunity is at our Base plant site in Fort McMurray, AB
• You will work a 3 days, 3 nights on and 6 days off shift
• This is a safety sensitive role
  
  

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.