Heavy Equipment Operator

Bantrel Co. • Fort McKay, AB

6h • Onsite

About The Position

BEMAC is seeking qualified Heavy Equipment Operators to join their on-site Construction team for a 2-month project located in a remote camp near Fort MacKay, Alberta. This role involves participating in construction on the Imperial Oil (IOL) Kearl Lake Sodium Citrate Injection Process System. The shift rotation is 21 days on and 7 days off, with 10-hour workdays. While local candidates are preferred, fly-in, fly-out options from Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta, may be available for eligible candidates. The hourly rate for this position is $50.77.

Requirements

• Valid Heavy Equipment Operator certification or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience (oil sands/mining preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in earthworks, site preparation, and infrastructure work
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices and ground disturbance requirements
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• GD level I or II and Zoom Boom Certification is required
• Successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks (Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks, Provincial Driver’s Abstract)
• Standard HSE certifications may be required (Confined Space, Fall Arrest, First Aid etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in live operating environments (e.g., oil sands brownfield sites) and/or large EPC Projects is an asset

Responsibilities

• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures
• Participate in daily safety meetings, hazard assessments, and toolbox talks
• Adhere to ground disturbance and permitting requirements prior to excavation
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and near misses
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement
• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., excavators, zoom boom, skid steer, compactors)
• Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, and material handling
• Conduct pre-use inspections and basic equipment maintenance checks
• Execute work according to drawings, specifications, and quality standards
• Assist with layout verification and ensure adherence to tolerances
• Ensure work meets project specifications and quality requirements
• Confirm completed work supports downstream construction activities
• Support efficient, schedule-driven execution in collaboration with site teams

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits
• Great learning environment
• Interesting & challenging work
• Opportunity for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed