Pipefitter Foreman – Shutdown & Turnaround Work

Ledcor • Fort McMurray, AB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ledcor is looking for Pipefitter Forepersons to join their team supporting major shutdowns and turnarounds across Alberta’s industrial facilities. This role is for individuals who thrive in fast-paced outage environments where every hour counts, and involves 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.

Requirements

• 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

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

Benefits

• Travel provided
• Various shifts available
• Work in all weather conditions
• Weekly payment of wages
• Extended health benefits provided by CLAC
• Camp provided
• Extended health and dental
• Vision care
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program
• Competitive retirement package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED