Construction Foreman - Onaping Depth

Project:Onaping Depth
Rotation:14 days on 14 days off
Shift Length:11/12 hours
Allowance: Will be provided based on location
Travel: Will be provided based on location
Benefits:Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program
Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test

Job Description:

The primary role of the Construction Foreperson is to plan, organize and control activities of a construction group, to ensure the project is completed in accordance to company standards and safety practices; to liaise with technical personnel and to update the site management on activities, progress and challenges; to suggest methods and procedures to minimize project cost to ensure the work meets design specifications according to client requirements.

General:

• Assist project engineering and construction management, when necessary, in clarifying or defining parameters and deciding on processes to be utilized
• Monitor operations activities to ensure construction progress on the project is within expectations
• Take appropriate action as critical dates approach to ensure a smooth transition from phase to phase
• Organize and lead crew to achieve planned objective
• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and client authorized project work schedules to achieve desired results;
• Supervise sub-contractors and ensure all work is completed according to Redpath safety standards
• Ensure that subcontractors have current and accurate plans and specifications
• Act as principal coordinator and liaison with subcontractors to ensure contract compliance
• Establish expectations with subcontractors and vendors to ensure solid understanding of contract requirements (including documentation and information), expectations, and timing of required construction and materials to finish on schedule
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Health and Safety:

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
• Ability to participate and complete incident / accident investigations and take corrective action to prevent injury and / or re-occurrence
• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment for the work.
• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
• Comply with the Mine Regulation Act and Regulations clauses that apply to your work area.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Lead-Construction Miner

Knowledge Required:

• Must understand underground work environment
• Must understand responsibilities of leadership
• Ability to multitask and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Able to work in team environment, and lead by example
• Willing to mentor others
• Willing to be trained in other aspects of trade
• Ability to read civil prints
• Basic understanding of Mine Regulations pertaining to task
• Ability to conduct risk assessment of specific task
• Understanding of work-related procedures and standards
• Ability to recognize and resolve problems as required