Pipefitter Foreperson – Shutdown & Turnaround Work

Ledcor Group; Alberta; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel provided

Camp provided

Extended health benefits

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a Pipefitter Foreperson to lead Journeyperson and Apprentice Pipefitters during shutdowns and turnarounds at Alberta facilities. This role demands focus, safety, and strong coordination under tight timelines.

You will read isometrics and P&IDs, manage maintenance schedules, and train new staff while ensuring quality and compliance in a high‑intensity environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years previous experience in a foreman role.
• Proven shutdown/turnaround/outage maintenance in oil & gas or heavy industry.
• Strong ability to read and interpret isometrics and P&IDs.
• 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.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
• Maintain and update maintenance schedules and documentation for planning.

Skills

Leadership

Schedule management

Safety focus

Reading isometrics

P&IDs literacy

Education

Journeyperson Pipefitter certification

Job description

Ledcor is looking for Pipefitter Forepersons 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 is your opportunity to be part of critical work that keeps plants running safely and efficiently.

This is not routine construction work. It’s high-intensity, short-duration execution where skilled tradespeople bring focus, precision, and teamwork to meet demanding turnaround timelines.

Essential 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

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

Working Conditions:

• Travel provided
• Various shifts available
• Work in all weather conditions
• Weekly payment of wages
• Extended health benefits provided by CLAC
• Camp provided

Additional Information:

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation. Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity:

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business—whether that’s by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.