What type of work environment do you dislike working in?

"I tend to find slow-paced or red tape environments challenging to maintain my excitement levels. With that said, even if I can experience a small win along the way, it is enough to keep me going."

The trick to answering questions like these is to be authentic but to express your dislike in a way that shows you're flexible and a team player. Suncor prides itself on healthy team environments, but some of its projects require its employees to work under harsh physical conditions. Be sure to balance your honesty with the details needed to convince your interviewer you'll be able to fit in and hit the ground running if hired.

"I will be honest and say that I am not the biggest fan of working in icy conditions. It is obviously cold, but it also requires a lot of extra mental and physical effort to ensure safety standards. That said, I love working outdoors, and a little ice here and there is a small price to pay for doing a job I enjoy.

From a team perspective, I dislike environments in which people are discouraged from speaking up. I enjoy a collaborative environment in which others are free to offer constructive feedback. I love to learn new techniques and this type of communication is crucial to picking up tricks to improve my performance on the job."