Foreman Labourer

Stuart Olson Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stuart Olson Inc. in Fort McMurray, Alberta, is seeking a Foreman Labourer to lead crews and support turnaround execution. You’ll coordinate daily activities, supervise on-site workers, and ensure safety and efficiency in all tasks within industrial settings.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on supervision, with emphasis on safety, quality, and timely completion of turnaround objectives in a challenging industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading labour crews within industrial, maintenance, construction, or turnaround environments.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• H2S Awareness (Energy Safety Canada).
• CSTS 20.
• Confined Space Entry Monitor (Energy Safety Canada).
• Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP/EWP).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise labour crews while maintaining a hands-on presence in the field.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and ensure manpower is effectively utilized.
• Act as the primary point of contact between labour crews and site supervision.
• Support trades working in confined spaces and oversee confined space watch activities.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with client, site, and Stuart Olson safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
• Monitor crew productivity and work quality to ensure project schedules and objectives are achieved.
• Coordinate material handling activities, including loading, unloading, and moving materials to work areas.
• Oversee housekeeping standards and maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
• Assist with general mechanical tasks in support of turnaround operations.
• Coordinate valve operations and other labour-related activities as required.
• Mentor and support crew members while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and safety concerns are reported promptly.
• Participate in the development and review of safe work practices and procedures.
• Perform other supervisory and labour duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety commitment

Tools

MEWP/EWP

Job description

• Start Date: August 11 and August 25, 2026


• Schedule: Pre-work is 4 days on, 3 days off. Turnaround is straight through.


• Accommodations: Camp and flights provided from Edmonton and Calgary.

Why Work for Us?

Join Stuart Olson in Fort McMurray, Alberta, and become part of a team that values safety, leadership, and operational excellence. As a Foreman Labourer, you’ll play a key role in supporting turnaround execution by leading crews, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. We offer competitive compensation, a strong safety culture, and opportunities for career growth with one of Canada’s most respected industrial contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise labour crews while maintaining a hands-on presence in the field.


• Coordinate daily work assignments and ensure manpower is effectively utilized.


• Act as the primary point of contact between labour crews and site supervision.


• Support trades working in confined spaces and oversee confined space watch activities.


• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with client, site, and Stuart Olson safety requirements.


• Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.


• Monitor crew productivity and work quality to ensure project schedules and objectives are achieved.


• Coordinate material handling activities, including loading, unloading, and moving materials to work areas.


• Oversee housekeeping standards and maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.


• Assist with general mechanical tasks in support of turnaround operations.


• Coordinate valve operations and other labour-related activities as required.


• Mentor and support crew members while promoting teamwork and accountability.


• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and safety concerns are reported promptly.


• Participate in the development and review of safe work practices and procedures.


• Perform other supervisory and labour duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Working at heights.


• Working in and around noise, dust, and industrial hazards.


• Must be clean shaven to meet site respiratory protection requirements.


• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required, including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and additional site-specific PPE.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading labour crews within industrial, maintenance, construction, or turnaround environments.


• Valid Driver’s License.


• H2S Awareness (Energy Safety Canada).


• CSTS 20.


• Confined Space Entry Monitor (Energy Safety Canada).


• Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP/EWP).


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to effectively coordinate crews and prioritize daily work activities.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety and safe work practices.


• Ability to build positive working relationships with supervisors, tradespeople, and peers.


• Successful completion of pre-access Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.


• Ability to crouch, kneel, climb stairs, and climb ladders regularly.


• Ability to lift up to 25 kg.


• Exposure to heights, power tools, slips, trips, falls, falling objects, and other industrial hazards.


• Ability to work while wearing a full-face respirator when required for confined space activities.

Who We Are

Stuart Olson has been positively impacting the businesses we serve, the communities in which we operate, and the lives we touch since 1911. Our rich history demonstrates our reach and diversity as an integrated, full-service organization serving the commercial and industrial markets.
Specializing in Turnaround and Maintenance services in the industrial sector, Stuart Olson has proudly served the Canadian construction industry for over 100 years. We deliver confidence through a client-centered approach that ensures the highest quality of service, reduces risk, and drives results.
While we welcome all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Unsolicited resumes and phone inquiries from third-party agencies will not be accepted.
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