Water Transfer Supervisor/ Site Foreman

Ketek Group Inc; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ketek Group Inc. is seeking a Site Foreman/Site Supervisor to oversee daily field operations in Western Canada, mentor Labourers and Pumping Technicians, and ensure project milestones are met on time and within contract scope.

You will maintain client relations, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with the Site Superintendent or Project Manager to delegate tasks and respond to schedule changes. This role requires hands-on leadership in remote locations and a commitment to Quality and Safety.

Qualifications

• Valid class 5 driver's license with clean abstract.
• Fluent English in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise multiple workers and meet deadlines.
• Experience with site safety protocols and documentation.
• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Willingness to work in remote locations for extended periods.
• Ability to operate site equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead project onsite, supervise subcontractors, interact with client representatives.
• Adhere to contract specs and notify changes to client/head office when imminent.
• Ensure worker safety and training; enforce safety protocols.
• Handle employee relations onsite.
• Mentor and lead workers toward project goals.
• Attend and lead onsite safety meetings.
• Ensure site documentation is completed and submitted on time.
• Load and unload trucks and equipment.
• Install, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment per project requirements.
• Observe safety protocols and ensure project scope is met.
• Respond to short-notice scheduling and adjust plans accordingly.

Skills

Driver's license

English fluency

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Leadership/mentoring

Documentation skills

Negotiation skills

Computer skills

Tools

Power construction tools

Pumping systems knowledge

Excel

Google Docs

Word

Job description

WHY JOIN US?!

• 100% Employer funded health, dental, and vision coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Competitive wages and flexible vacation
• Retention Bonus
• Family-operated business

Ketek Group Inc:

From its 10 locations in Western and Northern Canada, Ketek is able to provide services and rental equipment to clients throughout the region’s oil and gas, mining, construction, and municipal sectors.

Position Background:

The Site Foreman/Site Supervisor will oversee the day to day operations in the field and direct and mentor the Labourers and Pumping Technicians onsite within the scope of authority. The Site Supervisor is responsible for client relations and the completion/delegation of all tasks assigned by the Site Superintendent or Project Manager. This position contributes to Ketek Group’s reputation for safe and timely project execution and is vital to the long-term growth of the company.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead project onsite, supervise subcontractors, interact with the client’s representatives
• Adhere to contract specifications and notify the client and/or head office when changes to the contract, the scope of the project, or schedule is imminent
• Ensure the safety of the workers and ensure workers have the proper training to complete tasks
• Handle employee relations while onsite
• Manage, guide, mentor, motivate, and lead workers toward the accomplishment of project goals
• Identify training needs and development potential of site personnel
• Attend and lead onsite safety meetings
• Ensure all site documentation is completed and sent in on time
• Load and unload trucks and equipment
• Install, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment as per project and quote requirements
• Ensure routine onsite housekeeping duties are performed
• Operate vehicles in a safe manner and maintain company vehicles
• Oversee and perform the maintenance, repair, install, and service generators, light towers, diesel pumps, electric pumps, and heating equipment
• Observe and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures
• Ensure that the project is completed as outlined in the quote
• Availability to respond on short notice and accommodate various scheduling demands

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Valid class 5 drivers license and clean driver abstract
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Ability to work with power construction tools
• Knowledge of pumping systems
• Fluent in the English language (reading, written, spoken)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and frequent demanding deadlines
• Ability to handle changing schedules and priorities with high-level prioritization skills
• Emerging negotiation skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Intermediate leadership/mentoring skills
• High-level documentation skills
• Computer skills (Excel, Google Doc, Word, etc.)

Drug and alcohol testing and a medical exam are required for this position

Working Conditions:

• Be willing to and able work in remote locations for extended periods of time
• The work is both physically and mentally demanding
• Must work outside in all different weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme heat
• May be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells
• May at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose, and skin from irritation and infection
• Working closely with the skilled and experienced workers
• Working closely with clients and third-party contractors
• Working at heights and in confined spaces
• Expect to do a considerable amount of lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, and balancing, therefore a certain amount of strength, dexterity, and alertness is required

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