Job Description

Location

Fort Mackay, Canada

Category

Date Published

23/12/25

Status

Open
About you:

Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.




We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.




We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.




As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.




We're a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.




Our purpose and beliefs:


As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.




It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:




We PLAY BIG


We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY


We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE


We are built on INFINITE THINKING




Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:




Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:


We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.




Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the Job

Kent is seeking Electrical Commissioning Specialists to support the Kearl - In-Pit Tailings Area Project. The role supports and steers the execution, coordination, and delivery of multi-discipline commissioning activities on site, with a focus on electrical discipline activities, working closely with the Systems Completion Lead, project leadership, contractors, and discipline teams to ensure safe, compliant, and timely system turnover to Operations.

Skills and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

Commissioning Execution & Technical Support

Support and steer commissioning activities from planning through handover to Operations in alignment with project milestones, with a focus on electrical discipline activities. Support implementation and maintenance of the Commissioning Execution Plan in accordance with project and client requirements Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of systems, including system completion, turnover documentation, and punch list resolution Monitor static and dynamic commissioning activities and support the resolution of issues impacting quality or schedule Participate in vendor Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Integration / Interface FATs (SIFTs) related to electrical equipment, as required.

Operational Coordination

Coordinate with commissioning, construction, QA/QC, and operations teams to meet electrical system priorities and critical path requirements Interface with engineering, procurement, HSE, construction, Operations, CMT, and Production Project Contractors to align electrical commissioning readiness and resolve interface issues Provide electrical commissioning input into project planning, risk mitigation, and quality activities Support the seamless transition of electrical systems from Project execution to Operations

Contractor, Vendor & Systems Completion Support

Act as a technical resource for electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, substations, switchgear, MCCs, grounding, lighting, and cabling) Support contractor use of the Systems Completion Database (SCDB) for tracking, certification, turnover, and quality documentation Support development of commissioning documentation, including commissioning plans, system and sub-system definitions, scoping, check sheets, and preservation plans Support implementation of project work management systems within electrical commissioning activities (e.g., permits, LUN, LOTO, Safety-in-Transition, energizations)

Performance, Compliance & HSSEQ

Support tracking of system readiness, commissioning milestones, and KPIs Ensure commissioning activities comply with applicable codes, client specifications, and internal standards Support preparation of commissioning reports, handover documentation, and lessons learned Apply commissioning lessons learned from previous projects to improve execution and safety performance Support implementation of quality and HSSEQ requirements and assist with the resolution of non-conformances or technical issues

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

Knowledge / Qualification / Training / Certification:

Technical diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred Significant experience supporting electrical commissioning, construction, or systems completion on oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects Working knowledge of electrical commissioning methodologies, completions systems, and turnover documentation (SCDB or equivalent)

Communication

Strong written and verbal English communication skills Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and organizational levels

Behavioral / Core Competencies

Strong organizational and coordination skills Ability to manage multiple work fronts while maintaining collaboration and a strong safety culture

HSSEQ Commitment:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company, its clients, and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role:

Location:

Fort McKay, AB

Relocation required:

N/A

Travel required:

Per project/client requirements

Contract type:

N/A

Experience level:

10 years