Industrial Site Supervisor | Richmond | $100K

Lead the Yard. Drive Safety. Power Performance.

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments? Do you have a passion for safety, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams? We're looking for an experienced Yard Supervisor to lead daily yard operations, champion a strong safety culture, and play a key role in achieving our plant's operational goals.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a visible impact by leading people, improving processes, and ensuring our yard operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and quality standards.

Location: Richmond, BC

Schedule: onsite, Monday to Friday, 6:30am start.

Compensation:

$90K - $100K salary (flexible based on experience)

Paid vacation

Benefits Offered After 3 Months: Health & dental

RRSP / Pension Plan: Pension + RRSP/TFSA options

Responsibilities:

Be a Safety Champion

Lead by example and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across the yard.

Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits.

Facilitate monthly safety meetings and support ongoing safety initiatives.

Ensure employees receive required safety and equipment training.

Participate in developing and implementing safe work procedures and best practices.

Lead and Inspire Teams

You will be responsible for building, developing, and motivating a strong workforce while maintaining accountability and performance excellence.

Supervise 10-20 employees during normal operations and up to 50 employees during major shutdowns.

Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily and weekly work activities.

Manage temporary workers and contractors as required.

Oversee staffing needs, including vacations, absenteeism, overtime, and timekeeping.

Support onboarding, training, coaching, and employee development.

Provide performance feedback and address day-to-day employee relations matters.

Foster a collaborative, positive, and respectful work environment.

Drive Operational Excellence

Working closely with Production, Maintenance, and other departments, you'll help keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Coordinate yard activities to support plant production and maintenance schedules.

Ensure exceptional housekeeping and environmental compliance throughout the facility.

Monitor safe operation of mobile equipment and ensure incidents or equipment defects are promptly addressed.

Support plant performance goals through effective planning, execution, and resource management.

Manage departmental resources and budgets responsibly.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.

Requirements

Post-secondary education or a combination of education and relevant industrial leadership experience.

Preference given to candidates with studies in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years of experience in a heavy industrial environment.

At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience of a unionized workforce

Experience with Microsoft Office; SAP experience is considered an asset.

Successful candidates must comply with all safety requirements and the proper use of company-approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators where required.

Employees required to wear respiratory protection must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to successfully complete fit testing requirements.

What Makes You Successful?

Leads with integrity and prioritizes safety at every opportunity.

Believes in continuous improvement and embraces change.

Builds strong relationships across departments and levels of the organization.

Communicates clearly, confidently, and professionally.

Motivates teams and creates a positive, accountable work culture.

Enjoys problem-solving and making sound operational decisions.

Has strong coaching, conflict resolution, and employee development skills.

Works independently while maintaining a collaborative team mindset.

Brings energy, initiative, and a "can-do" attitude every day.

#BRBC Contract Info / Information sur le contrat

Job ID / No. du Poste: 58161003

Open Positions / Postes Ouverts: 1

#J-18808-Ljbffr