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02 Mar 2026
Mechanical Turnaround Planner - Piping
Fort McMurray, AB
Turnaround Piping Planner – 1.5-Year Contract | High-Impact Site Role with Immediate StartAgilus is recruiting for a Mechanical Turnaround Planner - Piping in the oilsands industry in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Join a dynamic turnaround team as a Piping Planner. This 1.5-year contract role offers immediate start, a 4x3 rotation, and the chance to lead detailed planning for critical piping scopes. Ideal for experienced planners with a strong turnaround background. Responsibilities:- Develop and prepare detailed piping work packages following company standards.
- Conduct job walkdowns and collaborate with engineers and coordinators for constructability reviews.
- Estimate labor, materials, and resources; develop BOMs and identify specialty tools.
- Support execution teams with Scope Change Requests and real-time planning adjustments.
- Maintain safety as a core value in all planning and risk assessments.
- Resolve technical issues through RFIs and coordination with vendors and OEMs.
- Update documentation post-execution and contribute to lessons learned sessions.
- Ensure timely communication with supervisors and address planning roadblocks proactively.
Successful candidates will have:- Minimum 8 years of piping planning experience, with 4+ years in turnaround planning.
- Strong background in turnaround/shutdown projects is highly preferred.
- Proficient in Maximo or similar CMMS, SPR, Excel, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Mechanical Engineering diploma/degree, Red Seal trade certification, or Mechanical Technologist qualification required.
- Deep understanding of piping systems, welding, fabrication, and installation.
- Skilled in reading P&IDs, isometrics, datasheets, and equipment layouts.
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, especially during execution phases.
What's in it for you:- Immediate start with a 1.5-year contract and strong potential for extension.
- 4 days on / 3 days off rotation with transportation available from Edmonton, Calgary, and Ft. McMurray.
- Competitive compensation aligned with turnaround industry standards.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale turnaround projects.
- Exposure to a leading energy company’s planning and execution processes.
- Site-based role with potential for extended shifts and night work during execution.
- Gain valuable experience in a safety-sensitive, fast-paced environment.
- PPE provided and adherence to strict safety protocols ensures a secure work setting.
Interested? Please apply directly online Agilus would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview.We encourage you to visit agilus.ca regularly or subscribe to our email alerts at agilus.ca/Account/Register as new exciting employment opportunities become available daily.
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