Quite heavy on the mid level management. HR was very DISCONNECTED. Overall a really good organization. Very mindful on work life balance. The new CEO is a very kind down to earth person whom I met and volunteered with once. I believe he will take the organization to great new and amazing success. THIS IS AN ALBERTA STRONG SUCCESS!
Points positifs
Process, Procedures and Chain of Authority very clear.
As stated, they need people to keep the production going. If you're willing to put in the time, you'll be compensated accordingly. This would be a great place to work if you're divorced, or seeking one, as your work/life balance can be difficult to achieve. [YMMV]. The pay was pretty phenomenal - $300k / year. However, some unqualified colleagues will make more, it's suggested that you worry less about the next person's paycheque.
They did lay-offs in 2014-2017 but really they could keep cleaning house. That said, I had some sub-par managers, and if you have a good manager, you will be challenged, you will be recognized, you will be compensated, and you will be made to feel like your contributions are worthy and appreciated by others - you will excel at this company, otherwise you will not. Your manager is the sole point of contact with success at Suncor. In the twilight of my career there I had a good manager, however, we didn't have enough time to gel a working relationship.
Their policies and guidelines at Suncor are pretty all-encompassing. Which is good in so many ways, but almost a little overboard. Many colleagues weren't subject matter experts and just 'winging it.' The PG&S are written so a functional illiterate can get by.
The hardest part of the job was to learn to care less. Many don't care, and if you care too much, it eats at your being. Some people don't know [things] but are insecure to ask. Many prop themselves up on falsehoods and lies. The truly gifted will see these people and dismiss their contributions as trite fluff. If you care too much youplus... will drown in others empathy. Go in, --relax-- do your job, do it well, you'll succeed. You won't transfer out, you will make good money. You will develop lasting relationships with others in the seven month long winter...moins
over the top with safety to the point of crippling productivity. To rise in the company you need to be a "yes" person. Do not question management. Policies and procedures blanket every move you need to make.
Suncor base plant operates too many silos and there is very little accountability across the board, especially higher up. Suncor also restricts where you can apply with in company and may lay you off in the end after restricting your options, even if your house burnt down in the fires. Good money, painful to work for if you take pride in your work.
Organised a solid team to execute and complete our task over two years. Management was inspirational, very good at position. Not a lot of room for advancement, was hostile environment in that respect. Contractor position lacked any benefits and were not involved in overall company culture activities. Altogether had a strong team who worked hard and did our best to succeed at the task.