Make an impact with SGS! With more than 97,000 employees and 2,600 offices and laboratories across the world, SGS is a silent force working hard behind the scenes to deliver quality and integrity to businesses across nine industries. As the world’s leader in providing inspection, verification, testing and certification services, Forbes ranked the SGS Group as one of the world’s top multinationals and one of the world’s most innovative companies. The Dow Jones Sustainability Index has also recognized the SGS Group for its sustainability processes. In Canada, SGS employs over 2,000 team members across 70 locations.

THIS IS A CAMP POSITION and the work site is located two hours north of Fort McMurray, AB.

• Fly in and fly out available from Edmonton, Alberta or Calgary, Alberta
• The is a contract position from April 7, 2021 to November 30, 2021
• Rotation is 14 days on and 14 days off, 12 hour shifts
• Successful candidates will have to provide two references, complete a Criminal Background Check, provide a clean 5 year driver abstract, and complete Drug & Alcohol Testing

A day in the life of an SGS Canada BOAT OPERATOR 

Please Note: Tailings pond boat operating experience or open water boat operating experience is preferred.  A Limited Masters designation is preferred.

• Working with a team of Bird Monitors and Operators, complete routine operational and maintenance duties to support Bird and Wildlife deterrent projects on/around the tailings ponds.
• Set up and Maintenance of Bird deterrent equipment.
• Handle/Carry propane tanks and other operational equipment as necessary.
• The individual could be working from a boat, barge or truck frequently.
• Ability to work long hours in adverse weather conditions

• Must have a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
• Must be self-motivated, work well independently and in a team, work well under pressure
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Must possess and maintain a Safety Certificate: OSSA BSO or CSO
• Proven ability to work in a physically demanding role
• Ability to work long hours in adverse weather conditions. Extended hours may be required from time to time
• Preference given to candidates who are mechanically inclined

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.