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 CO 2 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
