About this role
Whitecap Resources Inc. is a leading Canadian energy company committed to delivering reliable returns to shareholders through the responsible development of oil and natural gas assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With a strong track record of profitable growth and a sustainable dividend, Whitecap delivers long-term value to investors, supported by investment-grade financial strength.
Since September 2009, Whitecap has experienced remarkable growth, increasing production from 850 boe/d to over 365,000 boe/d. We have unconventional and conventional assets exclusively focused in Western Canada and the asset base includes the Weyburn EOR Project. As a majority owner and operator of the Weyburn EOR Project, annually we safely sequester approximately 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 making it a unique project within our portfolio. We currently employ 1,200 people, including our valued contract staff.
At Whitecap, our corporate culture is entrepreneurial. We strive to create a culture of purpose and integrity where initiative and innovation are encouraged and valued. Our corporate philosophy allows us to develop skills, collaborate alongside our teammates, and ultimately have a fulfilling career.
Position Overview The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Coordinator supports operations across Whitecap Resources’ Eastern Saskatchewan assets by overseeing electrical, instrumentation, and maintenance coordination activities. This role is responsible for ensuring maintenance work is executed safely, efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with regulatory and corporate standards. The E&I Coordinator acts as a key liaison between operations, maintenance, engineering, automation, construction, and third-party contractors to support operational reliability, uptime, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Maintenance Planning & Coordination
• Coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance activities based on operational priorities.
• Plan, schedule, track, and follow up on maintenance work orders.
• Maintain PM schedules (calendar and counter-based) to meet operational and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve maintenance work orders, ensuring proper execution, accuracy, documentation, and priority alignment.
• Provide quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on completed work orders, including redlines, RIKs, calibration records, and supporting
• Respond to day-to-day field issues and callouts to support operational reliability and uptime.
Instrumentation, Electrical & Automation Support
• Coordinate and support instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Develop and maintain instrument indexes and blank calibration reports for maintenance work.
• Support gas measurement activities including meter calibrations, compliance requirements, and documentation.
• Support and collaborate with the Automation group during projects and upgrades.
• Provide support for field devices and systems as required.
• Manage and optimize solar-powered sites and related systems.
• Conduct power analysis and optimization activities, including power factor correction, horsepower optimization, and power surveys.
• Support commissioning and integration activities for new facilities, tie-ins, and site builds.
Systems, Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain work orders, certifications, maintenance history, and compliance documentation within OPLII to support maintenance activities and regulatory requirements.
• Initiate and manage Management of Change (MOC) processes for maintenance and operational changes including drawing updates, redlines, vendor r
• Support engineering Shut Down Key reviews.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, environmental, and corporate standards.
• Coordinate and distribute quarterly blanket permits to contractors while ensuring proper completion, compliance, and filing.
Contractor & Vendor Management
• Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors, including scheduling, scope definition, quality assurance, and safety compliance.
• Ensure contractor compliance through ComplyWorks and corporate safety standards.
• Approve and track invoices related to maintenance and contractor services.
• Procure replacement parts and manage inventory to maintain availability of critical spares.
• Develop, review, and manage quotes for maintenance and upgrade work.
Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting
• Liaise with operations to minimize downtime and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, construction, automation, and operations teams to support ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Participate in operations and maintenance meetings and provide updates on maintenance KPIs, project status, costs, and reliability metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost control.
Safety & Leadership
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture through leadership, communication, and adherence to company standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, ERP exercises, incident investigations, and safety performance reviews.
• Review and report incidents, near misses, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Mentor maintenance personnel and contractors on best practices and safe work procedures.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with applicable safety regulations and company policies.
Qualifications & Skills
• Minimum 5 years of experience in oilfield maintenance coordination, instrumentation, electrical, automation, or related disciplines.
• Journeyperson certification in Electrical, Instrumentation, or a related trade preferred.
• Experience with emissions compliance, calibration certificates, and measurement documentation.
• Strong understanding of oilfield equipment, maintenance standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects, contractors, and operational priorities simultaneously.
• High proficiency with OPLII and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative operations environment.
• Ability to provide after-hours and on-call support as required.
• Experience supporting automation systems and field communications.
• Familiarity with oil and gas construction, commissioning, and facility tie-ins.