Plumbing Foreman

Cobra Enterprises LTD.; Beausejour; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health and dental benefit

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Per diem while traveling

Company events and team-building

Casual dress environment

Career growth and development

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Cobra Mechanical Ltd. seeks an experienced Plumbing Foreman to lead plumbing crews on residential, commercial, and construction projects. This role blends hands-on plumbing work with field leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

The successful candidate will supervise apprentices, coordinate daily site activities, ensure quality workmanship, and represent the company on client sites. Travel to project locations is required with strong growth opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyman Plumber certification is required.
• Proven leadership experience supervising, mentoring, and developing apprentices or crews.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, installation methods, and repair techniques.
• Thorough understanding of applicable plumbing codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor apprentice plumbers and field crews.
• Coordinate daily work activities to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing, heating, water, and drainage systems.
• Assemble, thread, solder, glue, and connect a variety of piping systems and materials.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues in residential and commercial environments.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Procure required materials and coordinate supplies as needed.
• Maintain accurate job site records and ensure tools, equipment, and work areas remain organized and clean.
• Respond to service and emergency plumbing situations when required.
• Promote and enforce company and client safety requirements at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Plumber certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Cobra Mechanical Ltd. is seeking an experienced Plumbing Foreman to lead plumbing crews on residential, commercial, and construction projects. This position combines hands-on plumbing work with field leadership responsibilities, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

The successful candidate will supervise and mentor apprentices, coordinate daily site activities, maintain quality workmanship, and serve as a professional representative of the company while working directly with clients. This role requires travel to project sites and offers excellent opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead, supervise, and mentor apprentice plumbers and field crews.
• Coordinate daily work activities to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing, heating, water, and drainage systems.
• Assemble, thread, solder, glue, and connect a variety of piping systems and materials.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues in residential and commercial environments.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Procure required materials and coordinate supplies as needed.
• Maintain accurate job site records and ensure tools, equipment, and work areas remain organized and clean.
• Respond to service and emergency plumbing situations when required.
• Promote and enforce company and client safety requirements at all times.

What We Bring

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Per diem while traveling
• Company events and team-building activities
• Casual dress environment
• Career growth and development opportunities
• A family-oriented culture that values safety, teamwork, and respect

What You Have

• Red Seal Journeyman Plumber certification is required.
• Proven leadership experience supervising, mentoring, and developing apprentices or crews.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, installation methods, and repair techniques.
• Thorough understanding of applicable plumbing codes, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and trade-specific equipment.

Work Conditions & Travel

• Travel to project sites across Canada with a typical rotation of 21 days on / 7 days off.
• Work in residential, commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to noise, varying weather conditions, and hazards associated with the plumbing trade.
• Work performed both indoors and outdoors.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Occasional overtime, irregular hours, and emergency call-outs as required.