Instrumentation Foreman

Kitimat, BC, Canada

$78 to $81 CAD / hour · Internship

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Pay: $78 to $81 CAD / hour
Job type: Internship
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original 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:

Character.
Connection.
Drive.
Growth.

Apply today at www.cdncontrols.ca/careers

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.

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Responsibilities

Lead and supervise an instrumentation crew of up to eight technicians, coordinating daily work, shifts, safety meetings, and site operations while ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements. Communicate with client stakeholders, manage work notifications through SAP, mentor crew members, resolve issues, and support commissioning, shutdown, and turnaround activities.

Requirements

Requires at least eight years as a qualified tradesperson in an industrial environment, preferably oil and gas, and at least two years in a leadership or supervisory role. Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician certification or a recognized equivalent, and be organized, collaborative, and able to handle difficult situations calmly.

Skills

Instrumentation And Control
Crew Supervision
Team Leadership
Workforce Scheduling
Safety Compliance
Quality Assurance
Site Operations
SAP
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Teams
Client Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Mentoring
Commissioning
Shutdown And Turnaround Support

Benefits

On-The-Job Training
Mentorship
Competitive Pay
Benefits
RRSP Matching Program
Vacation
Flex Days
Advancement Opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Instrumentation
Control Technician
Red Seal
Journeyperson
Electrical And Instrumentation Maintenance
Oil And Gas
LNG Canada
SAP
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Teams
Occupational Health And Safety Act
Safety Meetings
Workforce Scheduling
Crew Supervision
Site Operations
Quality Compliance
Client Stakeholder Coordination
Work Notifications
Apprentices
Commissioning
Shutdowns
Turnarounds
Renewables
Solar
Combustion
Emissions Reduction
Measurement
Drug And Alcohol Testing

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