Heavy Equipment Operator

Bantrel Co. • Fort McKay, AB

11d • Onsite

About The Position

BEMAC is seeking qualified Heavy Equipment Operators to join their on-site Construction team for a 2 to 3 month project near Fort MacKay, Alberta. This role involves working on the Imperial Oil (IOL) Kearl Lake Sodium Citrate Injection Process System. The position operates on a 21 days on, 7 days off rotation with 10-hour workdays. While local candidates are preferred, fly-in, fly-out options from Edmonton or Calgary are available for eligible candidates.

Requirements

• Valid Heavy Equipment Operator certification or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience (oil sands/mining preferred)
• Experience in live operating environments (e.g., oil sands brownfield sites) and/or large EPC Projects is an asset
• 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 including 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

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