Lead Pipefitter Foreman for Critical Shutdowns

ledcor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Camp provided

Travel provided

Weekly wages

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Pipefitter Foreperson to join our team, supporting major shutdowns and turnarounds across Alberta's industrial facilities. If you thrive in fast-paced outage environments where every hour counts, this role offers critical work that keeps plants running safely and efficiently.

In this high-intensity, short-duration setting, you will lead Journeyperson and Apprentice Pipefitters, oversee scheduling and maintenance, and ensure safety and quality on every shift.

Qualifications

• Registered Journeyperson Pipefitter certification.
• 3-5 years previous experience in a foreman role.
• Proven experience in shutdowns, turnarounds, or outage maintenance in oil & gas or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret isometric drawings and P&IDs.
• Experience working on time-sensitive, schedule-driven projects with shifting priorities.
• Ability to work 10-12+ hour shifts, overtime, and consecutive days during shutdowns.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and procedural compliance.

Responsibilities

• Execute shutdown and turnaround piping scopes, including maintenance, repairs, replacements, and system tie-ins.
• Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to Journeyperson and Apprentice Pipefitters.
• Forecast, coordinate, and oversee preventative maintenance requirements.
• Ensure the safety of the crew, equipment, and work environment.
• Adapting to changing priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
• Daily paperwork and conduct daily toolbox talks.
• Maintain high productivity and quality during extended shifts and compressed timelines.
• Maintain and update maintenance schedules, tracking systems, and documentation to ensure accurate record-keeping and effective planning.
• Coordinate and communicates with the other Foreman and Supervision to ensure the correct sequencing of operations.
• Trains, supports, and offers guidance to new employees.
• Inspects work fronts regularly and ensures schedules are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety conscious

Isometric drawings & P&IDs

Time management

Job description

Ledcor is seeking a Pipefitter Foreperson to join our team, supporting major shutdowns and turnarounds across Alberta's industrial facilities. If you thrive in fast-paced outage environments where every hour counts, this role offers critical work that keeps plants running safely and efficiently.

In this high-intensity, short-duration setting, you will lead Journeyperson and Apprentice Pipefitters, oversee scheduling and maintenance, and ensure safety and quality on every shift.