Equipment Foreman

Mark Anthony Group; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned winemaking company is seeking an Equipment Foreman in West Kelowna to ensure all machinery is maintained and ready for operations. The ideal candidate will oversee multiple Tractor Operators, ensure preventative maintenance, and manage communication between teams. This role offers a competitive annual salary of $45,000 - $50,000, plus bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company-matched RRSP contributions

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in various types of machinery.
• Experience as a Crew Foreman is considered an asset.
• Plan, organize, and monitor multiple Tractor Operators weekly.
• Communicate clearly with team and management.
• Understand safe working conditions and adhere to the maintenance schedule.
• Possess a heavy trailer endorsement.
• Have intermediate skills in MS Office applications.
• Work effectively as a team player.
• Hold a valid BC Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machinery is well maintained and follows preventative maintenance.
• Communicate machinery issues immediately.
• Oversee efficient operation of machinery.
• Transport machinery to necessary work sites.
• Coordinate with the Crew Foreman on tractor activities.
• Collaborate with the Vineyard Manager on machinery planning.

Skills

Machinery proficiency

Crew Foreman experience

Planning and organizing skills

Clear communication

Understanding of safe working conditions

Heavy trailer endorsement

Intermediate computer skills

Team player

Valid BC Driver’s License

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Company Intro

Winemaking in some major regions of the world can be an ‘industrial’ undertaking, but for us, winemaking is an ‘artform’. Each vintage is the result of a creative process, backed by science and the result of hundreds of years of learning, guided by the hands of highly skilled and passionate experts who need to anticipate and adapt to the specific differences of each and every vintage. We are artisans, crafting wines in one of the smallest wine regions in the world, working to define the Okanagan and put our region on the world stage.

As the Equipment Foreman, your role is to ensure Tractor Operators are set up to succeed at their task. This means ensuring all preventative maintenance is followed, issues are communicated with the Vineyard Manager and ACD in a timely manner, and the training is kept up to date. They are also responsible for ensuring machinery is located or transported to the necessary work site.

Accountabilities & Impact

• Ensure all machinery is in good working condition and preventative maintenance is followed daily.
• Communicate all issues with ACD immediately.
• Ensure the efficient operating of all machinery.
• Facilitate the transportation of machinery.
• Communicate with the Crew Foreman about tractor activity.
• Work with the Vineyard Manager in planning and organization of machinery.

Skills & Experiences Needed

• Proficient in several types of machinery
• Experience as a Crew Foreman is an asset
• Plan, organize and monitor multiple Tractor Operators daily
• Communicate clearly.
• Understand safe working conditions and follow a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Heavy trailer endorsement is an asset
• Intermediate Computer skills; MS Office, Suite, Word, Excel
• Team Player
• Valid BC Driver’s License

Why Join Us?

Mark Anthony is committed to hiring, engaging, and growing qualified, talented, and motivated team members at every level of our organization. We offer competitive compensation that recognizes individual and company performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $45,000 - $50,000 annually complemented by a bonus plan; the base pay is determined by market location and job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

As part of our Total Rewards program, we are also proud to offer:

• Access to company-matched RRSP contributions
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans with 24/7 access to care and support for you and your family
• Paid time off
• Training and development to build a fulfilling career

At Mark Anthony, we exist to Unearth the Extraordinary

Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations. We are:

Best in Our Craft

We set the standard with a pursuit of excellence that can be found in everything from our products and processes to our plants and people.

Ambitiously Curious

We stay curious, dreaming big and navigating the unknown with an enduring belief in better.

Made With Humility

We bring humility, authenticity, fun, and support to every collaboration and celebrate wins as a team.

Daringly Disruptive

We disrupt the status quo, moving fast to seize opportunities and acting scrappy to stay ahead of industry giants.