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Mechanical Coordinator
Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.
Midhurst, ON
- Full-time
Assist the Project Manager and Site Supervisor in coordinating the work of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) sub-contractors. In the case of self perform work directly with the Mechanical PM…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Egis in Canada
Toronto, ON
- $120,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Senior Electrical Engineer is a senior-level engineering role based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, supporting the delivery of complex electrical infrastructure across industrial and…
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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer/Technologist (Intermediate)
Solaris Management Consultants Inc
Surrey, BC · Calgary, AB
- $85,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
As an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, implementation, and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems for gas plants, compressor…
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Electrical Engineering - Project Lead (Surrey, BC & Calgary, AB)
Solaris Management Consultants Inc
Surrey, BC · Calgary, AB
- $130,000 to $170,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
As an Electrical Engineer- Project Lead, you will play a key role in leading the electrical engineering scope across a range of industrial projects, from well sites to natural gas…
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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Project Lead
Solaris Management Consultants Inc
Surrey, BC
- $130,000 to $170,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Job Title: Instrumentation and Controls Engineer – Project Lead
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MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Laframboise Mechanical Electrical Ltd
Long Sault, ON
- Full-time
Live our Core Values: We believe in maintaining high standards, fostering a safe and diverse work environment, and applying innovative solutions to every project.
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Principal Engineer, Electrical
Glencore Canada
Sparwood, BC
- $153,000 to $189,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Reporting to the Director, Maintenance, the Principal Engineer, Electrical will be central authority responsible for electrical governance, standards and compliance across all EVR assets.…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Vancouver, BC
- $92,240 to $126,830 CAD / year
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Calgary, AB · Vancouver, British Columbia
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Regina, SK
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Kelowna, BC
- $92,240 to $126,830 CAD / year
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Senior Mechanical Designer/Engineer - Hybrid
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Designer/Engineer to join a well-established building engineering consulting firm based in KWG Area. This firm has built a strong reputation for delivering…
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
…collaborative, technically strong environment with consistent project flow and long-term growth…
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Senior Electrical Engineer, P. Eng/P.L Eng - Hybrid
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Barrie, ON
- Full-time
…engineering firm that's looking for an experienced Team Lead Electrical Engineer to drive the continued growth of their electrical division. This is more than just a technical leadership…
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Mechanical Designer Engineer/Technologist
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
…that is looking to add a Mechanical Technologist, Designer, or Engineer to their growing team. This opportunity is well suited for someone with hands-on experience in the building…
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Electrical Designer/Engineer
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are currently working with a building consulting engineering firm located in Toronto that is looking to add an Electrical Designer or Engineer to its growing team. This opportunity is…
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Team Lead Electrical Engineer - Hybrid
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
We are working with a growing building engineering consultancy seeking a Team Lead Electrical Designer / Engineer to lead and mentor a team while remaining hands-on in design. This role is…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Electrical Engineer/ Senior Electrical Technologist
Level Consulting Engineers Ltd.
Foothills No 31, AB · Foothills, AB
- Full-time
We are looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer or Senior Electrical Technologist to join our Calgary team.
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Intermediate/Senior Structural Engineer
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working with existing buildings and wants to be involved in projects that require more than simply designing from a blank set of…
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Electrical Engineer P&C
CIMA+
Vancouver, BC
- $92,240 to $126,830 CAD / year
- Full-time
As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a…
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Specialist, Reliability
Pernod Ricard
Windsor, ON · ON
- Full-time
…sites for safety and conformance to design specifications and project scope. This role facilitates troubleshooting and RCA (Root Cause Analysis) sessions for complex engineering and process…
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Concepteur électrique / Electrical Designer
Wabtec Corporation
Montreal, QC
- Full-time

West Fraser

Head Electrician

Edson, AB, T7E 1V2, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Edson division is currently recruiting for a Head Electrician.

As a member of our management team, you will be reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. Your responsibilities include supervising a high performing electrical crew to provide safe and efficient services to the division.

You'll Do:

Ensure a safe work environment for the Maintenance department by enforcing safe work practices, supporting company policies, investigating incidents, and ensuring proper training and adherence to electrical best practices
Work collaboratively with Production, Technical and Purchasing departments to effectively maintain mill equipment
Manage, schedule and supervise a crew, including work orders, priorities, shutdowns, breakdowns
Manage major maintenance projects
Work with reliability engineer(s) to coordinate preventative and predictive maintenance programs
Initiate mechanical expense and capital budgets and oversee all maintenance costs

You have:

A journey trade certificate
A strong electrical background knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment
Experience in decision making with proven trouble shooting skills
5-8 years of experience is preferred

The ideal candidate will possess:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Innovative supervisory & mentorship skills
Experience promoting a team culture with well-established organizational skills
Experience in maintenance and a demonstrated passion for electrical systems
Experience in an industrial environmental with PLC’s, VFD’s, MCC’s, and HMI’s
Ability to think outside the box with strong problem-solving skills
Proficient with MS Office, CMMS systems
Preference may be given to candidates with experience and qualifications in the forest industry

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

Your Workplace Location:

Experience the allure of Edson, Alberta, with this exciting opportunity in the heart of Yellowhead County. Located just an hour east of Jasper National Park and approximately 2.5 hours from Edmonton, Edson offers a vibrant community of 8,000 residents surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Explore the endless outdoor recreational activities and charming local attractions that Edson has to offer. Embrace small-town living at its finest and discover the warmth of community spirit. Join us in Edson and make mountain living your reality. Discover more at www.edson.ca.

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.

Diversity:

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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Responsibilities

The Head Electrician will supervise an electrical crew to ensure safe and efficient maintenance of mill equipment. Responsibilities include managing maintenance projects, coordinating preventative programs, and overseeing departmental budgets.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a journey trade certificate and possess 5-8 years of experience in an industrial electrical environment. Strong leadership skills and proficiency with manufacturing systems like PLCs and VFDs are required.

Skills

Electrical maintenance
Supervision
Troubleshooting
Preventative maintenance
Predictive maintenance
Budget management
PLC
VFD
MCC
HMI
CMMS
MS Office
Project management
Team leadership
Communication skills
Problem-solving

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Pension plan
Saving plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Accident insurance
Vacation time
Paid holidays
Annual bonus

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Keywords

Electrician
Maintenance
Manufacturing
Industrial
PLC
VFD
MCC
HMI
CMMS
Electrical systems
Budgeting
Project management
Preventative maintenance
Predictive maintenance
Forest industry
Supervision
Leadership
Troubleshooting
Safety
MS Office
Mill equipment
Capital budgets
Reliability engineering
Trade certificate
Team culture

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