Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Construction Manager​/ Foreman

Since 1952, Hooper Welding Enterprises has built custom ASME-coded pressure equipment for the energy, petrochemical, industrial, and nuclear markets. Our nuclear business is growing fast, and quality is at the centre of everything we build.

We are looking for a hands-on Foreman to lead our Oakville shop floor. You will plan and assign the day's work, supervise our welders and fitters, and make sure every job is built safely, to code and on schedule.

You will work closely with the Plant Manager, engineering, project management and QA/QC.

• Build daily production assignment sheets and direct the crew of 10 - 20 people.
• Prioritize work against people and equipment to keep jobs moving.
• Inspect welds and help coordinate NDE and dimensional checks.
• Review drawings and BOMs and get the right information to the floor.
• Plan and supervise heavy lifts; schedule overtime when needed.
• Train, coach and hold your crew to safety, quality and attendance standards.
• Review progress weekly against schedule with Project Management.

• 3- 5years in pressure vessel or heavy fabrication, including crew leadership.
• Working knowledge of ASME code, WPSs and NDE.
• Strong blueprint and BOM reading.
• A safety-first leadership style.
• Crane, rigging and forklift experience.

• Journeyperson welder or fabricator certification.
• CWB Welding Supervisor or CSA W178.2 Welding Inspector certification.
• First aid and JHSC certification.

• A comprehensive salary + health benefits, vacation, RRSP, bonus, + other compensations
• A leadership role with real influence on how the shop runs.
• An owner-led company where good work gets noticed.