Project
The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish, British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site, which would have a storage capacity of 250,000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Job Summary
Woodfibre LNG is looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor , the successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems at our facility. This role offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team that ensures the safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation of the Woodfibre LNG Plant.

Key Responsibilities

Support the commissioning and start-up of the LNG plant at both the Squamish site as well as our yard in China if required

Perform scheduled preventative, predictive, routine, turnaround and emergency maintenance of industrial electrical equipment, including motors, starters, VFDs, UPS systems, EHT, relays, breakers, switchgear, etc

Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 120V-4160V circuits, control systems, HVAC, cathodic protection, and electrical heat trace

Inspect electrical systems and components to identify hazards, defects, and perform necessary repairs

Transformer monitoring and maintenance on dry and oil bath types

Interpret drawings, apply the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), and follow installation standards

Experience working with 600V, 4160V systems.



HV experience considered an asset

Provide technical support and advice for maintenance planning and project personnel

Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including Arc Flash and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)

Knowledgeable of DCS systems, PLC's, and HMI's

Respond to after‑hour callouts and maintain a safe, organized work environment

Support the site's maintenance program, including keeping up‑to‑date records of all maintenance, repairs, and calibrations performed via our CMMS

Review process flow drawings, equipment lists, and specifications to resolve work procedures

Collaborate with internal teams and third‑party service providers

Contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance key performance indicators

HSSE

100% compliance with company HSE policies and guidelines

Champion HSE as a member of the LNG Operations Team

Lead HSE Shift Meeting/safety walks/audits if and when required

Timely intervention to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of personnel and plant

Demonstrate a personal commitment to influence overall safety behavior in the plant

Safeguarding systems check lists are implemented/completed by Shift Operations to agreed frequencies and standards

Execute plant wide operations hazards awareness program

Initiate inputs for plant risk register and mitigation tracking process for operations

Requirements
Required Experience





Minimum 5+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience

Valid British Columbia Journeyman ticket or Red Seal certification

Dual Electrical & Instrumentation ticket considered an asset

Experience with Medium Voltage VFD's considered an asset

Previous Commissioning and Start‑up experience an asset

Additional Experience

Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes

Experience working with large multi‑disciplinary teams, and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.

Communication/interpersonal skills – to be able to interact with front line workers through to management and all hierarchical levels.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks

Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks, targets and changing priorities within tight time frames

Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development

Demonstrated computer knowledge with experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, etc

A valid driver's license (with abstract) and passport

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

This role will be a combination of office and site‑based role

The position is based in Squamish, BC (Project Site), and work in the Company's Vancouver Office as required

Only qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.

Thank you in advance for your interest!

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

Woodfibre LNG reserves the right to amend the job description, including the title, duties, and qualification from time to time in its sole discretion.

Benefits
Hourly Rate: CAD $60/hr

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📌 Electrical Technician (British Columbia)
🏢 Woodfibre LNG
📍 British Columbia