Manager, Instrumentation

CDN Controls

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree or college diploma in a related field, or trade certification; 10+ years of relevant experience acceptable in lieu of formal education.
  • Journeyman Instrumentation Technician ticket required.
  • 3 years of leadership experience managing people.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean abstract.
  • Current certifications in H2S, First Aid Level C, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform, CSO, and CSTS.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
  • Strong communication skills for interaction at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop Instrumentation teams, fostering a culture of high performance.
  • Oversee daily instrumentation operations, focusing on scheduling, productivity, and cost management.
  • Manage budgets for departments and projects ensuring financial targets are met.
  • Optimize planning by effectively allocating manpower, materials, and resources.
  • Provide technical guidance on design, installation, and operational practices for instrumentation.
  • Act as the main contact for instrumentation projects, ensuring communication clarity with stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with leadership to identify and drive operational efficiency and growth opportunities.
  • Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to safety standards and procedures.

Benefits

  • Join a supportive and motivating team environment.
  • Receive on-the-job training with mentorship from experienced professionals.
  • Competitive salary with additional benefits and a matching RRSP program.
  • Generous vacation and flexible days off.
  • Significant opportunities for career advancement.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Manager, Instrumentation to lead and oversee the performance of our instrumentation division based out of Grande Prairie. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, managing financial performance, and leading high-performing teams to successfully execute maintenance and construction projects. This opportunity focuses on optimizing resources, supporting employee development, and building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop Instrumentation teams, including Apprentices and Journeyperson Technicians, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Oversee instrumentation operations, including scheduling, productivity, and cost control.
  • Manage departmental and project budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with targets.
  • Optimize workforce planning by allocating manpower, materials, and resources effectively.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on instrumentation design, installation, troubleshooting and operational best practices.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for instrumentation-related projects, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders while maintaining strong relationships.
  • Partner with leadership, Electrical and Automation Managers to identify strategic opportunities, operational efficiency and growth initiatives.
  • Promote and lead a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
  • All other duties as assigned.


JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Related University degree, college diploma, and/or trade certification and typically 10 or more years of related experience; or combination of formal education and experience.
  • Journeyman Instrumentation Technician ticket.
  • 3 or more years of people leadership experience.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driver's abstract.
  • Valid H2S, First Aid Level C - CPR & AED, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform, CSO, and CSTS.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization and with clients.


Our employment benefits include:
  • Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
  • On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
  • Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
  • Generous vacation and flex days.
  • Opportunities for advancement.


At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:
  • Character.
  • Connection.
  • Drive.
  • Growth.

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