Grizzlytrek Group

Shutdown Supervisor - ASAP

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (city only)

On-site · Full-time · $35–$40/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Shutdown Supervisor, Industrial Cleaning and Vacuum Crews
Northern Alberta Oil Sands | Full-Time Contract
Industrial Services / Turnaround Supervision | Experienced Supervisor | Shutdown Rotation

Position TypeFull-Time Contract, shutdown and turnaround LocationMajor oil sands project, northern Alberta Start DateAs soon as possible ScheduleShutdown and turnaround rotation, day shift Hours12 to 13 hours per day. Overtime paid after 8 hours per day or 44 hours per week Compensation$35.00 to $40.00 per hour, based on experience Experience5+ years in high pressure water and vacuum services, 2+ years supervising crews CertificationCSO, or CSTS-09 with OSSA Regional or BSO. H2S Alive, Standard First Aid with CPR, Confined Space Entry and Monitor, Fall Protection About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success. We work across Canada in mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.The Role GrizzlyTrek is seeking one Shutdown Supervisor to join our valued client's team on a major oil sands shutdown and turnaround in northern Alberta. This is a full-time contract position starting as soon as possible, running for the duration of the shutdown.
You will lead two or more crews running high pressure tank cleaning and vacuum equipment inside a live turnaround. The work is fast paced and schedule driven, and it demands a supervisor who can hold the safety standard, keep the crews producing, and act as the client's point of contact on the ground. Strong candidates have run crews through full shutdown cycles and are comfortable working alongside multiple trades, permit holders, and operations personnel.What You'll Do

Supervise two or more high pressure water and vacuum crews against the turnaround schedule
Lead and document Field Level Hazard Assessments and job safety analyses with every crew before work begins and whenever conditions change
Conduct daily tailgate and toolbox safety meetings, and represent the crews in site safety meetings with the client
Coordinate manpower, equipment, and consumables, and adjust allocation as scope and priorities shift
Manage work permits, confined space entries, lockout and tagout, and isolation requirements with operations and permit issuers
Monitor crews for safe work procedures, correct PPE, respiratory protection, and fit for duty
Serve as the day to day point of contact for the client on progress, scope changes, delays, and equipment needs
Complete and review daily reports, timesheets, job tickets, incident and near miss documentation
Troubleshoot pumps, hoses, and tooling in the field, and train and develop equipment operators

What You Bring

Five or more years in industrial cleaning, high pressure water, and vacuum services, including two or more years leading crews
Proven experience running two or more crews at once during a shutdown or turnaround
Hands-on operation of high pressure pumps and tooling from 10,000 to 40,000 PSI, such as Jetstream, NLB, or Hammelmann, plus vacuum and combo units
Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot pumps, hoses, and tooling in the field
Working knowledge of FLHAs and job safety analyses, and the ability to lead safety meetings with confidence
Confined space entry, lockout and tagout, and work permits. Clean shaven for respirator fit testing
CSO, or CSTS-09 combined with OSSA Regional or BSO
H2S Alive, Standard First Aid with CPR, Confined Space Entry and Monitor, and Fall Protection
Valid Class 5 licence with a clean driver abstract. Class 1 or 3 with air brakes is an asset
Comfortable completing digital work reports, timesheets, and job tickets
Ability to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test and site specific orientation

Preferred Qualifications

Previous turnaround experience at a major oil sands site in northern Alberta
Leadership for Safety Excellence, NCSO, or CSO designation
Ground Disturbance Level 2 and Confined Space Rescue
Chemical cleaning, decontamination, or tank and vessel entry experience

Work Environment

Active industrial shutdown site with multiple trades in close quarters, including outdoor and confined space work in all weather
12 to 13 hour shifts for the duration of the shutdown, with full PPE and respiratory protection required for tank cleaning scopes

What We Offer

$35.00 to $40.00 per hour, based on experience
Overtime paid after 8 hours per day or 44 hours per week
Steady shutdown hours with the opportunity to be called back for future turnarounds
Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child
AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing
Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage)
Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days)
Ongoing training and career development support

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