Shop Supervisor, Highway Maintenance (Entwistle, AB)

Ledcor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Alberta is looking for a Highway Maintenance Supervisor to oversee highway maintenance and construction activities. You will lead teams, ensure compliance with safety standards, and manage project budgets. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in a similar role and strong knowledge of health and safety regulations. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Full benefits

RRSP matching

Training and career advancement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in highway road maintenance or construction in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of safety, environment, and quality standards.
• Experience with continuous improvement processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct teams to ensure project goals are met.
• Monitor performance metrics and guide teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operational Oversight

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

Technical training or trade certification

Job description

Shop Supervisor, Highway Maintenance – Entwistle

Ledcor is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Highway Maintenance Supervisor to lead our highway infrastructure, maintenance, and construction activities in Fox Creek, Alberta. In this role, you’ll directly oversee crews to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and maintenance standards.

Why Ledcor:

We offer competitive pay, full benefits, RRSP matching, training, and career advancement in a supportive, innovative environment.

Watch Ledcor’s Innovation, Culture and Community video to see what it’s like working for Ledcor and apply today to join the Ledcor Highways team in Morinville, Alberta!

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Essential Responsibilities

1. Lead & Direct Teams – Provide overall direction to ensure project goals, safety, and contract schedules are met
2. Communication & Collaboration – Effectively communicate with front-line leaders, ensuring contract requirements are successfully executed
3. Operational Oversight – Monitor performance metrics (cost, schedule, safety, quality, environment) and guide teams to achieve them
4. Strategic Planning – Assist in schedule development, resource allocation, and execution plans to ensure project success
5. Coaching & Mentorship – Support front-line leaders with training and development to enhance team performance
6. Health & Safety Leadership – Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with Ledcor’s HS&E standards and OH&S regulations
7. Budget & Financial Oversight – Review financial reports and implement strategies to achieve targets
8. Risk & Compliance Management – Ensure contract and regulatory compliance, including collective agreement administration
9. Fleet & Asset Management – Assist in planning and implementing improvement strategies for effective asset utilization

Qualifications

1. 3-5 years of experience in highway road maintenance, infrastructure, bridge maintenance, or construction in a supervisory role
2. Technical training or trade certification in a related field is an asset
3. Experience managing bridge and highway projects is an advantage
4. Strong knowledge of health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) standards
5. Proven planning, scheduling, and leadership skills
6. Experience with continuous improvement processes (ISO or other management systems) is preferred

Work Conditions

1. Applicants who reside in Entwistle, Alberta will be given preference due to the nature of the work
2. As Ledcor is obligated to respond to various weather patterns, some shift work, on-call, and night shifts will be required
3. You will be required to work Monday to Friday with the expectation to monitor your phone for after-hours emergencies
4. Work will be a combination of office and outdoor environments in various weather conditions
5. Relocation allowance is available

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Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure across various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. Our projects encompass contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, waterways, airports, transit, utilities, pipelines, power projects, and reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Most Admired Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We offer a competitive rewards package supporting your wellbeing and opportunities for skill development.

Employment Equity

Ledcor values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. Adjustments are available throughout our hiring process upon request. For more information, visit our Inclusion & Diversity page.