Autonomous Systems Deployment (ASD) Coordinator (Drone Pilot)

LNG SG 3
Reports to: Marcus Hampel
Location: Kitimat
Close : June 18, 2025

There’s never been a better time to be working with LNG Canada.

Why? We are Canada’s first liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility, underpinned by safety, continuous improvement, quality execution, ethics, and compliance. Our facility will provide the world with lower carbon, made-in B.C. LNG.

This is your opportunity to be part of history, in an environment that will challenge you to apply all your skills, and where you can learn with a diverse team of highly experienced industry professionals and mentors.

With gratitude and respect LNG Canada acknowledges our facility and will be operated in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation. We also gratefully acknowledge the First Nations in our project area and along our shipping route.

LNG Canada maintains a healthy, respectful, and safe environment for all our employees, contractors, partners, and communities. Protecting our people, community and our operations is our top priority. We're proud to be the catalyst for a thriving new energy sector, which sets the benchmark for economically, environmentally, and socially responsible LNG production.

Our Vision: To be the leading LNG export company in British Columbia and the world.

Our Mission: To set the benchmark for economically, environmentally, and socially responsible LNG development in Canada.

Our Values: Respect, collaboration, integrity, and safety.

Come join the team making Canadian history!

About the Role

Reporting to the Rotating Equipment Team Lead, the Autonomous Systems Deployment (ASD) Coordinator will support the broader LNG Canada team in executing digital and advanced technology initiatives.

To provide specialist support for planning and field execution of technology deployment in support of engineering, operations and maintenance teams.  These deployment activities include use of drones for various troubleshooting and support missions, as well as wireless sensorization deployment on machinery and equipment.   

The role is expected to flex and evolve as the technology deployment advances and the program continues to mature.  Future use cases of advanced technology include robotics, additional sensorization deployment as well supporting field deployment of sensors in support of artificial intelligence initiatives.

Will be part of the team to support production and maintenance teams and in support of ad hoc troubleshooting, as well as longer term program deployment.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the cutting edge of technology deployment, leveraging the latest advancements in drones, robotics, and sensors. It is ideal for a professional who thrives in taking pride in their work, excels in a collaborative technical environment and is committed to prioritizing people, safety, and environmental stewardship.

To succeed with us as the ASD Coordinator, we need your enthusiasm to:    

• Demonstrate personal commitment to HSSE
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to positively influence people, effectively drive work processes and ensure compliance with policies
• Ability to drive execution and stretch the performance of people with a wide range of capabilities
• Comfortable with change and ambiguity such that informed decisions are made without undue delay
• High level interpersonal skills. Network with the SMEs in different disciplines
• Ability to collaborate with other core business areas to provide a service that ensures asset integrity and longevity of plant & equipment
• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to Diversity and Inclusion through collaboration across functional and cultural boundaries.
• Use your ability to utilize flexible thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Courage to hold strong to views when challenged or challenging others.

Leadership Capabilities

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills that inspire and energize people and create a clear sense of direction and priorities with a ONE Team approach.
• Ability to positively influence people, effectively drive work processes and ensure compliance with policies. 
• Comfortable with change and ambiguity such that informed decisions are made without undue delay. 
• Courage to hold strong to views when challenging current practices to encourage exploration of new ideas that drive improvement, i.e., Digitization.
• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to Diversity and Inclusion through collaboration across functional and cultural boundaries. 

You will use your expertise to:

• Identify and prepare deployment plans to utilize existing technology (i.e. drones, sensors, robotics)
• Assist in developing, maintaining and optimizing Condition Monitoring program for Rotating equipment.
• Execute the Proactive Technical Monitoring wireless execution scope for process units in accordance with agreed deployment plans.
• Contributing to the strategies for deployment and be forward looking in proposing new technologies.
• Participating in and contributing to incident investigations.

To be successful, you will have:

• Post Secondary diploma or certification in technical discipline ideally in instrumentation, Automation Controls and Maintenance, Robotics, Geomatics or equivalent years of experience will be considered.
• 3 years’ experience in drone operations, flight planning and data collection preferably in an industrial site
• Transport Canada Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Advanced certificate + Flight Review
• Must Possess or ability to obtain Level 1 Complex Operations and L1C flight review certification to maintain compliance with regulations
• Be proficient with basic land surveying procedures and practices
• Ability to obtain site driving pass and independently travel to both on-site and offsite locations to execute work scope
• Experience in wireless sensor configuration, installation and data collection
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level interpersonal skills. Network with the Engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs) in different disciplines and understand the needs of the customer
• Willing to learn and take efforts to continuously improve the technical as well as leadership attributes.
• Ability to collaborate with other core business areas to provide a troubleshooting and data collection service that ensures asset integrity and longevity of plant & equipment 
• An ability to do basic maintenance to equipment and ensure it is running in good order and well calibrated

This role requires that you:  

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)  
• Live in the beautiful District of Stikine (Kitimat/Terrace). For applicants located outside of the region, you are encouraged to explore what Kitimat has to offer in terms of lifestyle including schooling, local amenities, outdoor adventure, and housing, to ensure Kitimat is where you would like to call your new home.
• Know that during unplanned outages, start-up, campaign maintenance and turnaround events will require additional effort including longer hours.
• Are willing to comply with LNGC’s drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, and Pre-Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions, that include rain, snow and wind, cold and heat.
• Ability to climb high industrial stairs on a regular basis.
• Must have a valid Class 5 license
• May be called in to work off hours on an urgent basis.
• Must be comfortable to work on an industrial petro chemical site

We Offer:

• A Comprehensive LNG Canada relocation package (if required)
• A full suite of benefits including a flexible Medical and Health plan.
• A Defined Contribution Pension plan with a matching program
• A competitive vacation offering to ensure a work life balance.
• More information below about Kitimat and LNG Canada.

About Us:

LNG Canada is a joint venture comprised of Shell Canada Energy (40%) and affiliates of Petronas (25%) PetroChina (15%), Mitsubishi Corporation (15%) and Korea Gas Corporation (5%). The joint venture is building a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility in Kitimat, British Columbia.

LNG Canada sets out to be a company of choice for British Columbia and Canada. Safety, shared economic value, environmental performance and social performance are our highest priorities. We have partnered with governments, local communities, and First Nations to maximize shared value.

Do you have a desire to learn and become part of an organization with a supportive and collaborative culture? Concerned you don’t meet every job requirement? Studies show diverse candidates are less likely to apply unless they feel they meet every single qualification. LNG Canada hires for character and trains for skill. We’re dedicated to attracting a diverse and inclusive workforce, representing the communities in which we live and work. We encourage you to apply today.