Crane & Rigging Supervisor AB

Position: Crane & Rigging Supervisor AB)
## Crane & Rigging Supervisor (Calgary, AB)
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Calgary, AB:
Full time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
JR Sterling Crane Canada As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

We are seeking an experienced Crane & Rigging Working Supervisor to lead our team in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality lifting services. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing field personnel, including job planning, team management, safety compliance, and coordination with other departments to ensure project success. The candidate may be required to operate cranes when not required as field supervision.

This position reports directly to Branch Manager. The ability to effectively lead, supervise and troubleshoot complex heavy lifts, ensure compliance with operational and safety policies, and empower strong team dynamics will be crucial for the successful applicant.
If you are passionate about leading heavy lifts with an industry-leading team and making a significant impact, please review the responsibilities and qualifications below.
** JOB TYPE**:
Permanent full-time hourly unionized position. The successful applicant must be willing to join IUOE Local 955.
** LOCATION**: 313 Exploration Avenue SE Calgary, AB T3S 0A2, Canada.
** HOURS**:
Monday through Friday, within business operating hours. Normal hours are between 8:00AM – 5:00 PM MST with the potential of billable OT during shutdowns.
** VEHICLE**: A Company vehicle will be provided.
** Responsibilities** *(including but not limited to)***:
*** Supervise and coordinate crane and rigging operations for various projects, ensuring timely and safe execution.
* Conduct site assessments, plan lifts, and determine the most effective rigging and lifting strategies.
* Lead a team of riggers, operators, and crew members, providing direction and guidance on job tasks.
* Ensure all crane and rigging activities comply with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.
* Collaborate with project managers, clients, and site supervisors to ensure proper coordination of equipment and resources.
* Perform visual inspections of cranes, rigging equipment, and job sites to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
* Train and mentor crew members, operators, apprentices in safe crane operation, rigging techniques, assembly/ disassembly and equipment maintenance.
* Prepare lift plans, job documentation, and reports for each project.
* Troubleshoot any issues that arise during crane and rigging operations and make decisions in high-pressure situations.
* Enforce guidelines outlined in the collective agreements and ensure unionized employees are following guidelines when submitting time. Work with admin to validate on site time entries are accurate.
* Ensure operators have completed work orders and have submitted labor hours on a daily basis. Verify that information is correct on all submissions.
* Review FLRA’s that have been submitted on a weekly basis, and ensure operators are aware of areas to improve on. Follow up with operators that require improvement.
* Conduct all work in a professional, ethical manner, leading by example to achieve a workplace where there is zero tolerance toward unsafe work behaviors.
* Conduct all work acting in the best interest of Sterling Crane and safety of all personnel.
* Be the first point of contact for any incidents and report all incidents to Branch Manager and HSE.
* At all times adhere by and enforce the…