Description
The Opportunity
Responsible for the project and job execution and completion of the assigned area or discipline in accordance with the specified plan. Operational control of service activities including all relationships with all stakeholders and every step of the Project Life Cycle. We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Superintendent with strong experience in heavy industrial environments to oversee millwright, welding, and mechanical crews in the oil sands. This role is based in Fort McMurray and focuses on the safe, efficient execution of shutdowns, maintenance, and installation of equipment such as gearboxes, pumps, rotating equipment, and compressors.
The Role
- Lead and supervise a team of millwrights, welders, and support staff on-site
- Coordinate mechanical scopes during plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and new equipment installs
- Oversee installation, alignment, and commissioning of gearboxes, slurry/process pumps, agitators, motors, and other rotating equipment
- Manage field welding activities including structural modifications, and heavy equipment repair
- Plan daily and weekly work with project managers, planners, and safety teams
- Ensure proper rigging, lifting, and equipment handling procedures are followed
- Conduct inspections, quality checks, and ensure all work meets engineering specifications
- Uphold and enforce company and site-specific HSE policies, including LOTO, confined space, and hot work protocols
- Track productivity, progress, and materials usage, ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget
- Liaise with clients, engineers, vendors, and site supervisors as needed
The Candidate
- Red Seal Millwright or HET certification preferred; related experience will be considered
- 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or superintendent capacity in oil & gas, mining, or heavy industrial projects
- Proven experience leading mechanical teams on shutdowns, rotating equipment overhauls, or equipment installations
- Strong knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, and rotating machinery
- Familiar with rigging and lifting, laser alignment, and torquing procedures
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Valid safety tickets (H2S, CSTS, Fall Protection, Confined Space, )
- Ability to work in a remote site environment and adapt to demanding project timelines
The Company
Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas - to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.
Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”
Highlights include:
- Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
- Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
- Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
- Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
- Company matched pension plan
- Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program
By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.
As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.
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