Lead Hand, Construction Projects - Woodbridge, Canada - Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)

Verified Company

Woodbridge, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Details:

Vacancies: 2

Current Rate of Pay:
Min = $35.96, Max = $41.68/hr

Employment type:
Seasonal

Duration of employment: 9 -12 months

Hours of work: 40hrs/week

Work location:
Restoration Services Centre

Division:
Restoration and Infrastructure

Business unit:
Construction Projects

Remote Work:
None

Seasonal Hire TRCA - 2024

Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) prior to midnight on February 6, 2024.

By working at TRCA you will:

Work outdoors during the spring and summer in beautiful natural areas.
Gain valuable experience working at a conservation authority.
Get a free Conservation Ontario annual pass.
Get access to TRCA's Reciprocal Program (discounts across various Ontario attractions).

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Lead Hand, will provide daily worksite coordination of assigned construction project sub-projects elements/areas, while carrying out construction activities.

The Lead Hand is also to provides oversight to a small team of staff within a business unit or at a site, delegating tasks and ensuring team alignment to complete daily objectives.

Major Responsibilities:

Performs hazard assessments relevant to changes in type of work and site conditions; takes required action to mitigate identified hazards and reports all relevant information for project area.
Coordinates with supervisory staff for staffing and equipment requirements for project area(s).
Interprets technical drawings and plans, and then use basic surveying or other skills applicable to the program to lay out the site and ensure that deliverables meet the specified levels of accuracy for assigned project area.
Supports management with all onsite emergencies, assessing situations, providing direction to all visitors and staff, documentation and reporting all occurrences.
Participates in and/or leads the daily safety meetings (in absence of site supervisor) including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
Oversees a team of staff and ensures that team members understand expectations; communicates schedule, tasks and discusses priorities.
Communicates with team members to assess status of work throughout the day/shift; amends work and reassigns staff as needed to direct workflow and accommodate for any situational circumstances.
Supports onboarding and provides on the job training and support as needed for individuals they oversee.
Supports a culture of workplace equity and inclusion that celebrates diversity.
Ensures staff/volunteers/contractors, as applicable, comply with health & safety policies, and other TRCA policies, as applicable in various work environments.
Incumbents may also be assigned other duties.

What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

Postsecondary diploma or degree in Resource/ Environmental/ Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience
Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license
Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification

Experience

3+ years experience in a construction or restoration environment
Experience and training heavy and light equipment operations and small handheld power tools

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise communication in both nonemergency and emergency situations
Demonstrates responsive to internal and external customer requests and needs
Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions
Collaborates with others to focus on objectives and effectively delegates work within a team
Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews.

Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver's abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O.

1990, c. C.27.

Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA.

Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6,