drilling and blasting foreman/woman - construction

Government of Canada; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government entity in Canada is seeking an experienced supervisor to oversee construction projects in the City of Langley. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Responsibilities include supervising workers, coordinating project schedules, and improving productivity. This on-site position has financial benefits including group insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recommend measures to improve productivity.
• Resolve work problems and provide technical advice.
• Prepare production and other reports.
• Co-ordinate and schedule activities with team.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dangerous
• Dusty
• Noisy
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Drilling
• Excavation
• Grading

Responsibilities Tasks

• Recommend measures to improve productivity
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Prepare production and other reports
• Co-ordinate and schedule activities
• Co-ordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Recommend personnel actions
• Supervise workers and projects
• Train or arrange for training

Supervision

• More than 20 people
• Drillers - (Surface mining or quarrying or construction)
• Heavy equipment operators, except crane
• Labourers

Experience and specialization Type of industry experience

• Construction

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• FlexibilityInitiativeJudgementOrganizedReliabilityTeam player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Other benefits