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Foreman - Sewer & Water

Foreman - Sewer & Water

Tomlinson Group of CompaniesKingston, Ontario, CA
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD27 hourly
Job description

The foreman provides leadership, schedules, coordinates, supervises and ensures the productivity and safety of the work crew and the public. As a key participant in the relationship with the client, consultants and the company, the foreman acts as a management liaison and a client interface

Location : Kingston, ON

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • The foreman must promote a safe work culture, is accountable for the safety of the crew as well as the general public
  • Knowing, understanding, communicating and ensuring compliance with the safety regulations (Health and Safety Act) and safety policies and procedures outlined in the company policy
  • Completing incident and other safety reports in a timely manner
  • Leads the crew and is accountable for how the crew completes assigned work
  • Communicating and assigning individual tasks to a member or members of his crew
  • Ability to hold crew members accountable
  • Setting work standards and outlining behavioural expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity
  • Interact and collaborate with Sub Contractors, Other Tomlinson Departments, PM’s / PC’s, inspectors and clients
  • Following the project plans and schedules and ensuring that the crew’s daily and weekly activities meet production goals
  • Understanding the work at hand, organize the workforce and equipment
  • Discussing and planning with the manager / superintendent the proposed work
  • Completing administrative tasks as required
  • Ensuring that the completed work meets the specifications
  • Ensuring proper techniques are utilized to achieve the highest possible workmanship and quality of work
  • Inspecting the completed work and initiating timely resolutions if required
  • Ability to plan, execute, and supervise the installation of all Sewer & Water systems
  • Maintaining a strong work ethic and positive attitude which will motivate the crew to meet goals
  • Train and mentor crew members on construction best practices and procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS :

  • Work on a construction site
  • Long hours required, night and weekend work required
  • Exposure to all elements – summer heat, rain etc.
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required
  • Sewer & Water Lead Hand or Acting Foreman experience for 3+ years and 5+ industry field experience
  • TOMLINSON OFFERS :

  • Competitive wages
  • Bonus programs
  • Employer paid health and dental benefits
  • Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement benefits program
  • Family-oriented team environment
  • Employee discounts and other rewards programs