Project Team Lead- MLX

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid group benefits

Safe working conditions

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is seeking a Project Team Lead for our MLX-Syncrude site north of Fort McMurray, AB. You will guide a crew of operators and labourers, coordinate schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the project.

You will collaborate with the General Foreman on planning, risk assessment and on-site problem solving, while maintaining client relations and adhering to company safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class 5 License with a satisfactory 3-year driving abstract.
• 3–5 years of mining and/or project operations supervisory experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and EWP drawings.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to company practices.
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP or Ceridian Dayforce an asset.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, coordinate, and schedule crew activities and heavy equipment.
• Direct and support a large team to meet contract and client requirements.
• Accountable for safety, quality, schedule, and productivity.
• Maintain field relationships with clients and act as on-site representative.
• Assist General Foreman with supervisory problem-solving and planning.
• Collaborate on risk assessments, hazard analysis, and job planning.
• Ensure safe execution of work per scope and schedule.
• Coordinate with shift safety personnel on HSE initiatives.
• Assist in incident investigations and timely resolution.
• Support career development of hourly employees.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

SAP

Ceridian Dayforce

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of the Project General Foreman, the Project Team Lead is responsible for the day to day activities for the operations of the assigned project. The incumbent is to conduct all activities in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Fort McKay Group of Companies LP.

This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing

Key Focuses

• Oversee, coordinate, and schedule the activities of the crew operating heavy equipment, other similar equipment, and labourers.
• Directly manage, support, inspire, and provide direction to a large group of employees to meet the requirements of the contract, the client and FMGOC.
• Accountable for safety, quality, schedule and productivity performance to ensure client compliance.
• Maintain relationships with clients in field representative and presence.
• Assist the General Foreman with any Supervisory problem-solving duties relating to the assigned project.
• Collaborate with General Foreman to assist in risk assessment, hazard analysis and job planning.
• Provide the safe execution of work as per the scope of the work and assigned schedule.
• Coordinate with shift safety personnel to ensure all HSE initiatives are being followed, met and exceeded.
• Assist in any incident or injury investigation and ensure it is dealt with in a timely manner.
• Monitor and assist senior management in the career development of the hourly employees.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal/written) and supervisory skills
• Ability to minimize and resolve conflicts in a timely, diplomatic, respectful fashion.
• Perform any related and/or additional duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Completion of a High School Diploma, or a GED equivalent is required.
• A valid Class 5 License (or equivalent) is required, along with a satisfactory 3-year Drivers Abstract
• CSTS (Construction Safety Training Systems) and CSO/BSO (Common Safety Orientation) is required. Ground Disturbance is an asset.
• Knowledge in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. Experience in SAP and/or Ceridian Dayforce is considered an asset.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in Mining and/or Project Operations in a supervisory/leadership role is required
• Practical understanding of and well-developed skills in open pit mine operations.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and EWP (Engineering Work Package) drawings.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including good oral, written communication, and listening skills
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and multitask, as well as work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrates continuous learning through cross-training, learning new skills, and refreshing prior skills.
• Must have strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, including personal safety, safety of co-workers, and the protection of FMGOC and client’s property in accordance and compliance with company practices, industry standards, and government regulations.
• Must be decisive and work well under pressure; particularly when faced with an unexpected occurrence or delay.
• Good time management skills
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Ability to speak, write and read English is required
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a full time position located north of Fort McMurray, AB, on the MLX- Syncrude Site. Work schedule is 14 days on, 7 days off; days and nights. 13 hour shift.

NOTE: Camp/ flight accommodations are NOT provided.

What we offer

• Highly competitive salaries
• 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, LTD, Health, Dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a Health Spending Account.
• Safe working conditions
• The opportunity to make a difference: Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you will see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career
• Work-life balance: We know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that!