Job Description

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for a Mechanical Discipline Lead to join our team.

At Peter Lucas we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

The Mechanical & Piping Lead – Commissioning & Start-Up is responsible for leading mechanical and piping work while ensuring all activities are performed safely and efficiently. This is a working supervisor role, where the candidate performs trade work directly while supervising trade crews as needed.

The successful candidate will support commissioning, start-up, and maintenance activities for mechanical systems, equipment, and piping installations in an industrial environment, on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation.

• Perform and supervise mechanical and piping work, ensuring compliance with safety programs and site procedures
• Modify, repair, test, troubleshoot, and inspect mechanical and piping systems
• Operate rigging equipment to install heavy components
• Install, repair, and inspect piping system components (mechanical joints, connections)
• Set, repair, and inspect industrial mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, centrifuges, pressure vessels, conveyors, scales, and mining/milling equipment
• Identify, document, and follow up on deficiencies to ensure they are resolved satisfactorily
• Complete commissioning documentation including check sheets, inspection test plans (ITPs), and test reports
• Record accurate as-built/as-left conditions on redline drawings, datasheets, and project documentation
• Participate in commissioning meetings, daily toolbox talks, safety briefings, and job hazard assessments
• Support development of detailed execution plans and monitor work schedules and productivity
• Collaborate with project teams to resolve issues and barriers during commissioning and start-up

Requirements

• Journeyperson status as a Millwright or Mechanical Tradesperson.
• Proven hands-on experience in commissioning and start-up activities.
• Previous experience in brownfield commissioning environments.
• Supervisor training or certification.
• Safety certification is highly preferred.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to complete site pre-access requirements, including orientation and substance testing.
• First Aid and WHMIS certification.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
• Previous experience in nuclear or heavy industrial facilities (preferred).
• CSO designation (preferred).

Benefits

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits.
• Company Pension Matching.
• Company Incentive.

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.