C&SU Operator

The Commissioning Coordinator / C&SU Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities for operational systems on large-scale heavy oil and SAGD facilities. This role works closely with Operations, Construction, Engineering, and Contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and successful transition from mechanical completion through commissioning, start-up, and handover to Operations. The successful candidate will provide leadership in commissioning execution while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate commissioning activities with Operations Leads to achieve project commissioning objectives and milestones.

Develop, implement, and execute commissioning plans for operational systems.

Prepare and maintain commissioning, operational, and start-up procedures.

Coordinate Mechanical Completion (MC) walkdowns to achieve timely completion of construction systems.

Monitor and follow up on critical commissioning and construction scope to support project schedules.

Manage the transition from Mechanical Completion to Commissioning, ensuring effective implementation of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Safe Work Permits (SWP), hazardous energy management, and other safe work processes.

Participate in and support Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), operational walkdowns, and system readiness assessments.

Coordinate with Construction, Operations, Engineering, and Contractors to ensure safe and efficient commissioning activities.

Support turnaround planning and execution by coordinating multiple contractors while maintaining safe work practices.

Perform additional project-related duties as required to support commissioning and start-up activities.

Qualifications & Experience

15+ years of operational experience in the oil and gas industry, with preference for experience in SAGD facilities and heavy bitumen processing plants.

Demonstrated experience as a Commissioning & Start-Up (C&SU) Lead or Commissioning Coordinator on large capital projects.

Extensive knowledge of oil and gas safety standards and safe work practices, including:

Safe Work Permits (SWP)

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Gas Monitoring

Hazardous Energy Management

Construction and Commissioning Safety Coordination

Experience coordinating turnaround activities involving multiple contractors and work groups.

Strong understanding of process operations, system scoping, Mechanical Completion, Construction, and Commissioning system interfaces.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Commissioning Management Software.

Minimum Third Class Power Engineering Certificate from an ABSA-recognized institution.

Strong communication, coordination, planning, and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary project teams.