Senior Specialist, Downstream Turnaround

Worker Type: Employee

About this opportunity:

Join Cenovus Energy as the Senior Specialist, Downstream Turnaround (TAR), serving as the subject matter expert in Turnaround practices across its downstream operations. In this role, you will bring deep expertise in refining operations, TAR execution, and associated work processes. You will lead the development and implementation of standardized TAR processes, ensuring alignment with Cenovus’ business goals and driving performance toward operational excellence. Preference given to individuals who currently reside in or can relocate to the Ohio area.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the development and implementation of standardized Turnaround (TAR) processes across downstream assets, aligned with Cenovus' Reliability Model and long-term business goals

• Collaborate with site TAR leaders and central functions to drive consistent application of best practices, process improvements, and cross-site synergies

• Establish and lead the Downstream TAR Leaders Network to promote knowledge sharing, process standardization, and strategic alignment

• Conduct TAR readiness reviews, identify risks early, and ensure delivery of safe, efficient, and competitive turnaround events

• Mentor and coach TAR leaders to strengthen decision-making, leadership, and technical capabilities in turnaround execution

• Track performance using critical metrics and drive continuous improvement through lessons learned, change management, and talent development initiatives

Who you are:

• Legally authorized to work in the US

• 16+ years of experience in downstream refining, with a proven track record of delivering results

• 10+ years of expertise specifically in turnaround operations and strategy

• Demonstrated success in leading transformational change and influencing across sophisticated, matrixed organizations

• Deep understanding of TAR fundamentals, risk management, and performance optimization

• Strong leadership, communication, and partner engagement skills

We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT July 18, 2025.

Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.

Cenovus was ranked one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025. We’re committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities. Learn more. 

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What we offer:

• Company-provided medical and dental benefits 
• Generous time-off policies 
• Retirement Savings Plan

If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com

Cenovus Energy is an affirmative action employer, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, or personal or physical characteristics protected by law.

Who we are:

We’re an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. We’re committed to maximizing value by sustainably developing our assets in a safe, innovative and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans.

We are currently the largest refiner in Ohio and transport products from our refineries in Lima and Toledo, Ohio and Superior, Wisconsin via pipelines, rail cars and trucks to customers throughout the United States.

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