Crew Supervisor

Wright Canada Holdings Ltd; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Resource Group is seeking a field supervisory role focused on safety, compliance, and crew coordination. You will ensure OH&S, environmental compliance, and assist with project setup and training, while supporting the Project Manager with staffing and planning.

The position involves daily field work, data collection, and coordination across crews, with potential travel and long hours during emergencies or peak periods.

Qualifications

• Must hold Occupational First Aid Level 3 certification and related safety credentials.
• Experience with danger tree assessment and faller supervision is required.
• Familiarity with provincial and federal safety legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OH&S and environmental compliance across projects.
• Be the first point of contact for field technicians and allocate resources.
• Assist Project Manager with hiring, onboarding and training.
• Prepare work plans, track time/materials and assist with payroll entries.
• Oversee daily operations, data quality and client reporting.

Skills

Safety awareness

Field supervision

Communication skills

Team coordination

Education

Occupational First Aid Level 3

Danger Tree Assessor

Faller Supervisor

Tools

GPS devices

Tablets

Job description

Spectrum Resource Group About Us

Spectrum Resource Group (SRG), a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management (IVM) solutions provider with expertise in vegetation management, forest management, and reforestation. We provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance on all OH&S related aspects, including, but not limited to: Daily safety tailgates, Emergency response drills, Incident reporting compliance (within 12-hour deadline), Project set-up (i.e. certificate of insurance, emergency response plan, MSDS, WorkSafe Notice of Project submission, worksite/first aid assessment and appropriate first aid equipment requirements), Vehicle pre-trip inspection reports, and, Worksite safety inspections (ex. PPE compliance).
• Ensure environmental compliance (ex. follow open burning regulations, integrated vegetation management regulations – pesticide free-zones, etc.).
• Ensure company policies are followed (ex. mandatory oil changes – 5,000 KM, vehicle transfers, etc.).
• First point of contact for field technicians.
• Assist Project Manager and Human Resources with hiring and personnel resource requirements (pre-season and on-going).
• Assist Project Manager with pre-season set-up of online shared documents, GPS and tablet devices and budget tracking sheets.
• Deliver and assist Project Manager with in-house job training and external training coordination, Prepare daily/weekly/monthly work plans for the crew.
• Work with crews on sites daily (expectation is 80% minimum field based).
• Assist crews with daily operations (incl. data collection).
• Assist Project Manager with project reports.
• Responsible for overall data/site quality assurance.
• Daily communication with crew and clients.
• Enter and review payroll for self and crew in company systems – cut-off is every second Saturday.
• Enter and review Concur expense submissions for self and crew – these are due at the end of each month.
• Complete and review daily tracking (time & materials) and monthly client invoicing.
• In addition, this position will consist of supervisory roles not listed here such as: training staff, booking accommodations, keeping supply inventory, performance reviews and other roles determined by the Project Manager.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
• Position may require some outside travel.
• During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.

Knowledge and Skills Expectations:

• The following education and certifications must be held and/or obtained: Occupational First Aid Level 3 Danger Tree Assessor Faller Supervisor Familiarity of Provincial and Federal Legislation: Employment Standards WCB Regulation, as it relates to the job Human Rights National Safety Code, as it relates to the job Familiarity of Client Policy and Standards (includes any client Environment Management Systems, Forest Management Systems, and any other policy and standards that the company is required by contract to uphold).
• Enforces on-the-job safety practices and company policies and operating systems: Employee Handbook Occupational Health and Safety Policy Management Systems (HMS, SSMS, etc.) Support Services (i.e., Human Resources, physical resources, Finance & Accounting, OHS, etc.)
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Needs to be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow.
• Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to communicate with others and represent the company in a professional manner.
• Possesses the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards.

Company Overview

An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across Canada from British Columbia to New Brunswick. Together as a family of companies, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services in Canada. Wright Tree Service of Canada offers the entire package of vegetation management services, including integrated vegetation management, storm restoration, work planning services to utility companies and their communities across Canada. ArborCare® provides commercial and residential tree and lawn care services in Calgary. Assisting utilities in improving their utility vegetation management programs through inspection and auditing services, emergency response, consulting, and research, often combined with software and LiDAR solutions in Canada. Spectrum Resource Group is an integrated vegetation management solutions provider with expertise in reforestation, vegetation management and forest management. They provide these services to federal, provincial, regional, local and Indigenous governments, to the forestry, energy, mines, petroleum, transportation and utility sectors, and to numerous regional invasive species organizations across Canada.