Instrumentation Foreman

CDN Controls ULC; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training & mentorship

RRSP matching

Generous vacation and flex days

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

CDN Controls ULC in Kitimat, BC, is seeking a Foreman - Instrumentation to lead on the LNG Canada project on-site. The role requires 8+ years as a tradesperson and 2+ years of supervision, with a Red Seal Instrumentation and Control certification. You will supervise crews, coordinate shifts, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Relocation to Kitimat is required. Expect 5 days/week, 8 hours/day with night shifts and overtime; you will interface with clients and support

Qualifications

• 8+ years as a qualified tradesperson in an industrial environment.
• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Team-first focus and ability to work well in group settings.
• Valid Red Seal Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician certification (or equivalent in BC).

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and direction to crew members, ensuring safe, productive, and high-quality work.
• Facilitate daily safety and pre-shift meetings.
• Assemble and organize job site offices, equipment, and materials.
• Manage day-to-day site operations from start to finish.
• Enforce compliance with OH&S Act and project requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and office.
• Coordinate and schedule workforce shifts.
• Interface with client stakeholders and manage daily work notifications through SAP.
• Collaborate with Instrumentation craft team to plan and execute daily work.
• Provide mentorship to Apprentices and Journeypersons.
• Identify and resolve crew issues promptly.
• Conduct regular site inspections.
• Support commissioning and turnaround activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Education

Red Seal Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician

Tools

SAP

MS Office

MS Teams

Job description

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

We are looking to hire a Foreman - Instrumentation in Kitimat, BC working on the LNGC project, on-site.

The Foreman provides on-site leadership and supervision to ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role is responsible for managing daily operations, coordinating crews, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and supporting team development and performance.

Successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Kitimat, BC.

• Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day with night shift and overtime as required
• Pre-Employment Condition: LNG Canada Lab Based Drug and Alcohol Test required
• Additional Details:Must be familiar with SAP, MS Office, MS Teams, and managing a team of up to 8 technicians.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide daily supervision and direction to crew members, ensuring safe, productive, and high-quality work practices.
• Facilitate daily safety and pre-shift meetings.
• Assemble and organize job site offices, equipment, and materials as required.
• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.
• Enforce compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, company safety policies, and project requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional job site and office space.
• Coordinate and schedule workforce shifts to meet project and client needs.
• Interface with client stakeholders, including Maintenance team leads, and manage daily work notifications through SAP.
• Collaborate with the Instrumentation craft team to plan and execute daily work activities.
• Assign tasks, communicate expectations, and monitor crew performance to ensure productivity and morale.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Apprentices and Journeypersons.
• Identify, address, and resolve any crew issues or conflicts promptly and effectively.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify safety and quality compliance.
• Support commissioning, shutdown, and turnaround activities as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 8 + years as a qualified tradesperson in an industrial environment, preferably in oil & gas.
• 2 + years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Must have a team first focus and work well in group settings.
• Ability to deal with difficult people and or situations with a calm and focused demeanor.
• Must have organizational skills and the ability to problem solve.
• Required to hold a valid Red Seal Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician certification (or equivalent recognized in B.C.).

Our employment benefits include:

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation and flex days.
• Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:

While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.