Crew Foreman

POSITION SUMMARY The primary function of the Crew Foreman is to provide direction, on-floor leadership and continuous improvement of the production processes, procedures, and equipment. A Strike Crew Foreman provides leadership and scheduling, and coordinate, supervise and ensure the safety and productivity of a larger crew. The Foreman provides leadership and is responsible for, although not limited to:

• Scheduling, workforce planning, coordinating, supervising
• Assisting in cost control
• Ensuring the safety, proper apprentice training and productivity of crews at the workface who install/assemble components of industrial products and structures.

As a key participant in the relationship with the contractor, other contractors, company and client, the crew foreman is generally, the second management level and has a further role as a coordinating manager and client interface.   POSITION LOCATION/ DETAILS

• Project is at the Empress Gas Plant Complex, approximately 1 hour from Medicine Hat
• Start dates in July and August 2022
• Day shift and Night shift positions available
• Strike will provide daily transportation to and from Medicine hat to project site

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews in safety/incident investigations and review
• Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate this to the appropriate people
• Ensure quality and inspection of installation
• Apply project procedures, work site policies and collective agreement requirements
• Complete quality reports and required statistics
• Inform the Superintendent of any out of scope work
• Provide crews with adequate supervision to accomplish tasks in a safe effective manner
• Ensure all workers receive the proper training and review and approve worker time cards
• Reporting on crew production, work progress and change
• Completing quality control reports when required
• Recommending or providing feedback on personnel evaluations such as hiring, promotions and corrective action
• Knowing, understanding, communicating and ensuring compliance with the safety regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and Code) and safety policies and procedures·
• Supporting job training for apprentices and facilitating mentoring of apprentices by journeymen
• Participates in and monitors “safety meetings”
• Identifying, verifying and reporting any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to the appropriate persons           

QUALIFICATIONS

• Journeyman trade certification in a relevant trade
• Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience as a qualified and competent trades person
• Three (3) years of supervision experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience with the MS Office Suite
• Capable of setting and managing priorities to meet all deadlines
• Strong coordination skills and organization skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Who we are Strike Group is a Canadian company with various locations across British Columbia,  Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Strike Group has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2007, and in 2013 was awarded Contractor of the Year by Alberta Venture.   At Strike we demonstrate leadership, drive, creativity and initiative and reward people for their commitment, energy, enthusiasm and results. We treat others as we wish to be treated and, most importantly, ensure that every employee goes home safe.    Why work for us Strike encourages and supports professional development through education and mentorship. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and opportunities for career growth. We support the communities where we live and the Strike team that