Senior Turnaround Leader

Petro Papa; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lubricants company located in Mississauga, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Turnaround Team Leader. This role involves responsible planning, scheduling, and execution of turnaround activities, ensuring safety and strict cost controls. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in oil & gas and proven leadership skills. Additional certifications in engineering or project management are preferred. This position emphasizes developing strong team partnerships and ongoing safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in oil & gas (refining, petrochemical, upstream/midstream).
• 5+ years of leading turnarounds or major outages.
• 5+ years of formal leadership experience in an industrial setting.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Experience with turnaround best practices and tools is preferred.
• Lean/Agile or continuous improvement certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full planning lifecycle of Turnarounds for the Mississauga facility.
• Own the turnaround budget, contingency, and cost forecasting.
• Implement rigorous costs controls for Turnaround costs.
• Champion of Zero Harm safety culture for Turnarounds.
• Develop and maintain the Integrated Turnaround Schedule across all disciplines.
• Manage contracts, change orders, and claims efficiently.

Skills

Leadership skills in managing unionized/non-unionized workforces

Knowledge in turnaround planning systems and scheduling

Knowledge of HSE/PSM/MOC procedures

Success in stakeholder management

Excellent communication skills

Time management and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading lubricants company located in Mississauga, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Turnaround Team Leader. This role involves responsible planning, scheduling, and execution of turnaround activities, ensuring safety and strict cost controls. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in oil & gas and proven leadership skills. Additional certifications in engineering or project management are preferred. This position emphasizes developing strong team partnerships and ongoing safety compliance.