Electrical and Instrumentation Specialist
Tourmaline is a Canadian senior oil and natural gas company focused on long-term growth through an active exploration, development, production and acquisition program in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin.
Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, this position oversees electrical and instrumentation contractor crews supporting Tourmaline’s Power and Gas group. Working closely with Power and Gas Supervisors and field teams, the role coordinates equipment installation, testing, maintenance and removal, supports safe and compliant operations, and manages related documentation and daily contractor costs.
Location
Edson or Hinton Office
Job Type
Contract
Posted
2026-10-15
The successful candidate will be responsible for or assist with the following duties but not be limited to:
· Coordinate electrical and instrumentation contractors, including scheduling crews with field supervisors for the rig-in and rig-out of fuel gas scrubbers and electrical equipment.
· Verify that electrical installations meet applicable electrical codes and Tourmaline procedures, including safe cable routing, system loading, grounding and ground disturbance requirements.
· Confirm equipment is safely tested and verified, complete required daily checks, and ensure rig-in inspections and supporting documentation are recorded in SharePoint/MarsWorks.
· Ensure metering, pressure, LEL, level and emergency shutdown devices are calibrated in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, including AER requirements. Maintain calibration records for Tourmaline and third-party equipment, including drilling rig liquid and gas fuel meters.
· Verify electrical drawings reflect equipment configurations and ensure redlines are completed and maintained for each unit.
· Monitor Cygnet functionality and work with internal teams and external service providers to resolve issues and implement improvements.
· Track daily contractor costs and ensure charges are accurately allocated to the appropriate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE).
· Source parts and qualified contractors to maintain fuel gas scrubbers and electrical equipment efficiently and cost-effectively.
· Confirm contractors are registered in ComplyWorks, understand Tourmaline’s Safety, Health and Environment requirements, and follow applicable occupational health and safety standards.
· Work with fuel gas scrubber manufacturers to improve standard equipment packages through electrical and instrumentation design enhancements.
· Support the planning and execution of annual break-up maintenance for power and gas equipment.
· Communicate equipment, safety and regulatory compliance concerns to the appropriate Supervisor and Operations Superintendent, and support corrective action.
· Report hazards and incidents through Tourmaline’s incident reporting system and notify the Supervisor immediately of all incidents.
The successful candidate needs to have experience in the following areas in order to be qualified for this role:
The successful candidate will need the following skills in order to perform the duties of the position effectively:
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those candidates selected for interviews—after the application closing date—will be contacted.
Key responsibilities are not an exhaustive list and may or may not include all the above dependent on the evolution of this role. Flexibility of the individual will be key to the successful candidate’s success as the role is likely to evolve and change over time. Job scope and accountabilities are planned to increase over time.
Applicants must reside in Canada and have a working visa in order to apply for this job.