Mechanical Equipment & Piping Superintendent (Process)

We are currently seeking a qualified Mechanical Equipment & Piping Superintendent (Process) to join our Mining team, based out of Leroy, SK, Jansen Site. The Mechanical Equipment & Piping Superintendent (Process) will be responsible for supervising and overseeing field construction activities from contractors such as:

• Install of stick-built piping (i.e. receiving, stagging, rigging, bolting, torquing, welding, painting, and insulation).
• NDE and pressure testing.
• Installation of chutes, process / HVAC ducts.
• Installation of process mining Mechanical Equipment (including but not limited to pumps, skids, pump boxes, tanks, scrubbers, HVAC, drums, conveyors, bins, elevators, flotation cells, screens, separators, centrifuges, cyclones, dryers, gear boxes, bridge cranes), including grouting and painting.
• Installation of field erected tanks.

The candidate will have the opportunity to work on the Hatch and Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. After successfully completing the Definition Phase Study for the project, the HBJV is currently carrying out the Detailed Engineering Phase for the Processing, Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) and Mining Areas of the 4.5 Mtpa Stage 1 Potash Mine. With a published TIC of US $5.3-5.7 Billion this will represent one of the largest projects and private investments in Canada. The HBJV will use a hybrid of best-in-class new developing technologies and systems as well as the proven HBJV suite of tools to execute this exciting project.

Join us in this full-time permanent role and be a champion of diversity and inclusion.

• Please note this position is not eligible for a relocation subsidy or living out allowance. This will be a camp position on a 14 day on 7 days off rotation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures the effective implementation of Jansen Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) processes, plans, procedures and ensures alignment with the project goals.
• Embraces and actively participates in the HSE Field Leadership program.
• Responsible for piping erection and Mechanical Equipment install operations. Supervises and coordinates contractors’ operations. Deals directly with contractors in the field. Monitors and ensures assigned construction contractor’s activities and performance follows expectations (i.e. within schedule and budget, in compliance with HSE requirements). Performs regular field inspections.
• Validates the sequence of activities and level of effort, and provide support to the area manager to complete the execution analysis,
• Operates day-to-day ensuring that activities are prioritized in line with broader objectives.
• Proactively identifies field changes, in collaboration with Project Construction Coordinators and Field Engineering representatives. Ensure directives are clear, concise, and communicated timely. Ensure that all stakeholders involved completely understand what is relevant. Ensure no work undertaken before management review and approve.
• Liaise and coordinate with HBJV Field Engineering, Site Material Management, Contracts, Project Controls, Quality, HSE, Common Services and Commissioning (i.e., actively supports Field Engineering team in the resolution of technical queries and Quality team with NCR resolutions).
• Contribute to site-wide traffic management planning, management of temporary infrastructure.
• Manages the review, monitoring, and communication of changes for SIMOPs (simultaneous operations).
• Contributing to constructability reviews to ensure upcoming scopes are thoroughly planned and do not include fatal flaws.
• Works closely with other superintendents within the surface process IPT and will be required to backfill for them during shift and when on leave.
• Manages his time effectively and adhering to deadlines.
• Strong participation in the Jansen Risk Program as a Risk Owner or Control Owner.
• Validates reports and forecasts, including summary of construction progress, job manpower forecasts, and provide input related to cost forecasts.
• Reviews and approves contractor permits, and requests.
• Adheres to all project job instructions, SOP’s, Bantrel Construction procedures while maintaining the corporate code of ethics.

Qualifications

• Actively engaged in workplace HSE. Understands that HSE and quality are paramount.
• A demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors’ performance:
  • Maintaining a high standard
  • Developing a culture of inclusion
  • Fostering a collaborative approach
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role
• A demonstrated knowledge of lifting and rigging, means & methods.
• A demonstrated ability to build relationships with others (and lead) people that lead to high performance outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and quickly comprehend new concepts and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to act confidently and decisively to avoid escalation. Must have judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command.
• Understanding of Work Face Planning implementation and demonstrated ability to review detailed work plans for fatal flaws, poor optimization, and interface issues within and external to the plan.
• Working knowledge of 3D model.
• Ability to assume responsibility and to interface and communicate effectively with others.
• A recognized degree in an Engineering/Scientific discipline or a Technical College diploma from accredited institutions; or specialized courses in construction technology and management; and/or work experience leading to a thorough.

Preferred Qualifications / Training:

• Working knowledge of SmartPlant Review (3D model) and SmartPlant Foundation.

Additional Information

Our culture is guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please.