Lockout/Tagout Coordinator

Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified LOTO Coordinator to join our construction team based in Leroy, Saskatchewan. The LOTO Coordinator will be responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the project's Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Program. This role will also provide training, guidance, and enforcement of LOTO requirements across the project workforce.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) team supporting engineering and construction activities on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. Following the successful completion of the Definition Phase Study, HBJV is currently executing the Detailed Engineering Phase for the Processing, Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI), and Mining Areas of the 4.5 Mtpa Stage 1 Potash Mine. With a published Total Installed Cost (TIC) of US$5.3 to US$5.7 billion, the project represents one of the largest private investments and construction projects in Canada. HBJV will leverage a combination of innovative technologies, advanced systems, and proven project execution tools to successfully deliver this world-class development.

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in heavy industrial construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, or operations environments, with demonstrated expertise in hazardous energy isolation and LOTO program administration. Candidates should possess strong communication, and coordination skills, along with practical experience managing mechanical, electrical, process, and piping isolations. Experience with digital LOTO systems, contractor oversight, permit-to-work processes, and commissioning activities will be essential to success in this role. A passion for safety excellence and continuous improvement, combined with the ability to influence and train diverse project teams, will be highly valued.

Shift Rotation: 14x7, 12hrs/day,

This project position is anticipated to continue through June 2027, subject to project requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the site LOTO Program.
• Review, coordinate, and administer LOTO requests, isolation plans, commissioning permits, and Work Package Risk Assessments (WPRAs).
• Ensure the safe execution of lockout/tagout activities in compliance with project procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with Construction, Commissioning, Field Engineering, Contractors, and Health & Safety teams to support safe work execution.
• Maintain digital LOTO systems, isolation registers, lock-holder records, and related documentation.
• Coordinate and verify the application and removal of locks, tags, and isolation devices.
• Validate isolation boundaries, confirm zero-energy states, and authorize work activities in accordance with approved LOTO procedures.
• Train project personnel and contractors on LOTO requirements and verify qualifications of authorized workers.
• Audit LOTO processes and contractor compliance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support equipment commissioning, first energization, and Notice of Energization activities by ensuring isolation requirements are met.
• Interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, electrical drawings, and as-built documentation to identify mechanical and process isolation points, stored energy hazards, and safe isolation boundaries.
• Ensure equipment and systems are returned to a safe operating condition following completion of work.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of LOTO procedures, systems, and work practices through lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance on mechanical isolations involving rotating equipment, pumps, conveyors, process piping systems, pressure systems, valves, and associated mechanical equipment during construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical construction, mechanical commissioning, pre-commissioning, maintenance, operations, or industrial safety within heavy industrial projects.
• Candidates should possess a strong mechanical background gained through industrial maintenance, mechanical construction, commissioning, field engineering, millwright work, mechanical engineering, or related disciplines. Mechanical trade certification, Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma, Mechanical Engineering degree, Millwright certification, or equivalent industrial mechanical experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of dedicated experience as a LOTO Coordinator or in a comparable energy-isolation leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing LOTO programs in industrial construction or commissioning environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical, process, piping, and electrical isolation procedures, with demonstrated experience identifying and implementing mechanical isolations in industrial equipment and systems.
• Experience using digital LOTO management systems.
• Strong understanding of commissioning and start-up activities.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, mechanical drawings, and red-line documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale mining, oil and gas, energy, or industrial projects.
• Experience supporting commissioning and first-energization activities.
• Formal training or certifications related to LOTO, commissioning, safety, or hazardous energy control.
• Previous experience performing or coordinating mechanical isolations on rotating equipment, material handling systems, process piping, pumps, compressors, valves, pressure systems, and other industrial mechanical assets.
• Background in mechanical commissioning, maintenance, reliability, or field engineering within industrial or mining environments.

Why Join HBJV?

• Opportunity to contribute to one of Canada's largest industrial construction projects.
• Work with industry-leading engineering, construction, and commissioning professionals.
• Be part of an organization committed to safety, innovation, diversity, and inclusion.
• Gain experience on a world-class mining development with significant project scope and complexity.

Additional Information

Why Join Bantrel?

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

• Explore the many reasons to be part of our team

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here. 

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration.  No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here. 

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration.  No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.