C-Commissioning & Startup Coordinator
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Position Type: Contract
Wage/Salary Range: Not specified
Shift
Schedule:
TBD (project-based schedule; shift work may be required)
Hours Per Day: TBD
Company OverviewGrizzly Trek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we particularly emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.
JobOverview
Grizzly Trek is currently seeking one C-Commissioning & Startup Coordinator to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. This is a contract position and is classified as safety-sensitive. Reporting to the CSU Manager, the successful candidate will prepare for and lead the safe Commissioning and Startup of a Hydrogen Liquefaction Unit, while also supporting commissioning activities for a cryogenic Air Separation Unit during early project phases.
Responsibilities- Prepare for and lead the safe Commissioning and Startup of the Hydrogen Liquefaction Unit under the direction of the CSU Manager.
- Support commissioning of a cryogenic Air Separation Unit during early startup phases.
- Become fully familiar with the CSU Execution Plan, project schedule, and systemization strategy.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of the assigned process unit and build the expertise required to coordinate C&SU activities.
- Establish working relationships with CSU, Construction, Engineering, and Operations personnel.
- Receive and complete Safe Work Permit (SWP) training and become qualified to issue permits.
- Understand system scope, turnover sequence, cleaning plans, and required temporary spools and consumables.
- Review, comment on, and finalize commissioning packages and procedures in alignment with engineering and vendor requirements.
- Become proficient with Smart Completions (Completions Management System) and support Construction Complete walkdowns.
- Understand punch list processes and CSU system handover management.
- Follow EH&S standards and lead safe field execution of CSU work.
- Audit, intervene, coach, and mentor personnel to ensure safe work practices.
- Follow SIMOPS requirements and communicate planned activities directly to the construction workforce.
- Support Operations Readiness Inspection (ORI/PSSR) prior to startup.
- Attend and support Construction Complete and Mechanically Complete walkdowns.
- Participate in daily CSU meetings and contribute to three‑week lookahead planning.
- Coordinate activities between Field Operations and Craft Discipline Leads.
- Lead resolution of field execution issues and escalate as required.
- Act as liaison with vendors and specialty contractors; assist in resolving barriers and monitor performance.
- Support development and issuance of night shift Daily Order Instructions (DOIs).
- Execute high‑pressure leak tests and vacuum tests to verify integrity of cold box and storage systems.
- Assist in startup of hydrogen compressors, turbo‑expanders, and hydrogen conversion catalysts.
- Execute nitrogen and helium purging cycles to ensure oxygen‑ and moisture‑free systems prior to hydrogen introduction.
- Manage initial cool‑down sequences and first introduction of liquid hydrogen into storage tanks.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in gas processing, refining, or cryogenic air separation units; hydrogen liquefaction or LNG experience is an asset.
- Strong understanding of cryogenic systems and liquid hydrogen properties (approx. –253°C) and contamination risks.
- Familiarity with high‑speed turbo‑machinery and reciprocating compressors.
- One of the following:
Power Engineer (minimum 3rd Class), Journeyman Interprovincial Red Seal, Process Technician/Technologist, Professional Process Engineer, or equivalent experience.
- Experience leading commissioning teams, including operators, technicians, vendors, and…
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