Shop Foreperson

FLINT Corp.; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FLINT Corp. is seeking a Shop Foreman to lead the fabrication shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

You will supervise shop personnel, coordinate workflow, manage equipment utilization, and uphold safety and environmental standards while aligning with client and project requirements. You will mentor operators, drive continuous improvements, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet production schedules and budget targets.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring ability.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Journeyperson Machinist and/or Welder certification is a strong asset.
• Supervisory or managerial experience in oil & gas shop settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop operations to ensure safe, efficient fabrication and quality output.
• Implement and promote HSE programs and safety culture across the workforce.
• Manage workforce activities including training, staffing, performance, and development.
• Coordinate production, inventory, procurement, and resources to meet schedules and budgets.
• Engage with clients and internal stakeholders for quotes, process improvements, and project administration.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Regulatory knowledge

Safety culture

Education

Journeyperson Machinist or Welder certification

Job description

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Job Description

As a Shop Foreman, you will lead and oversee the daily operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of fabricated components. This role is responsible for supervising and mentoring shop personnel, coordinating workflow and resources, maintaining equipment utilization, upholding quality and safety standards, and collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders to meet production schedules, operational objectives, and budget requirements.

• Lead overall shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive execution of work while meeting quality and environmental standards.
• Implement and manage HSE programs, conduct safety meetings, and promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
• Oversee workforce management, including training, staffing, performance management, discipline, and team development.
• Manage production, inventory, procurement, and resources to meet project requirements, budgets, and deadlines.
• Support business operations through client engagement, quote preparation, problem resolution, process improvements, and administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong leadership, teamwork, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize work, maintain accurate documentation, and consistently meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Possesses strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations, with a commitment to maintaining compliance and safe work practices.
• Holds a Journeyperson Machinist and/or Welder certification, which is considered a strong asset.
• Brings supervisory or management experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry, with responsibility for leading and supporting machine shop personnel.
• Meet minimum mandatory safety ticket requirements:
  • CSTS-2020
  • H2S Alive
  • WHMIS

Additional Information

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position and will require completion of drug and alcohol testing.

Our Commitment to Our People

When You Join FLINT, We Make These Promises

• Your work will matter.The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.
• Your growth is our priority.We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
• Your voice will be heard.Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
• Your team will support you.You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.
• Your ambition will be rewarded.As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Shape Your Future. Strengthen Your Craft. Leave A Legacy.