Lead Hand

Dexter Construction Company Limited; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter Construction Company Limited seeks a dedicated Lead Hand at our Materials Recycling Facility to supervise daily operations and drive safety, quality and productivity. You will lead operators and labourers, manage shifts, monitor equipment and material flow, and coordinate with maintenance to keep throughput high and downtime low.

You will also train staff, conduct briefings, maintain logs, and support continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with health, safety and

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial or processing facility.
• Strong understanding of operations, safety protocols, and production flow.
• Proven leadership and ability to build effective teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Comfortable with shift coordination and hands-on supervision.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, reporting systems).
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations to ensure safe and efficient processing of materials.
• Lead and support staff in the facility.
• Monitor material flow, equipment performance, and quality control.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental standards and policies.
• Schedule workforce, shift planning, task assignments, and break coverage.
• Conduct daily safety and operations briefings and drive continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production, staffing, or equipment issues promptly.
• Coordinate with maintenance to ensure equipment is serviced and operational.
• Collaborate with management to optimize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing employees.
• Complete daily logs, shift reports and incident reports as required.
• Participate in audits, inspections and emergency response when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Safety protocols

Communication

Shift coordination

Problem-solving

MS Office

Driver's license

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Lead Hand to oversee day-to-day operations at the Materials Recycling Facility. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Lead Hand will lead a team of operators and labourers to ensure efficient processing of materials while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise daily operations to ensure safe and efficient processing of materials.

Lead and support staff working in the facility

Monitor material flow, equipment performance, and quality control to meet processing targets.

Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, company policies, and environmental standards.

Schedule and coordinate workforce, including shift planning, task assignments, and break coverage.

Conduct daily safety and operations briefings; support a culture of continuous improvement.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to production, staffing, or equipment in a timely manner.

Liaise with maintenance staff to ensure equipment is serviced and operational.

Collaborate with the Facility Manager and other supervisors to optimize throughput and minimize downtime.

Provide training and guidance to new and existing employees.

Complete daily logs, shift reports, and incident reports as required.

Participate in audits, inspections, and emergency response when needed.

Qualifications:

1+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or processing facility (recycling or waste management experience an asset).

Strong understanding of material recovery operations, equipment, and safety protocols.

Proven leadership and team-building skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Comfortable with shift coordination and hands-on supervision.

Basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office, production reporting systems).

Valid driver’s license required.

Working Conditions:

Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility required for early starts or extended shifts depending on operational needs.

Indoor/outdoor industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development. We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.