Foreman - Hamilton, Canada - QM Environmental

QM Environmental

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

4 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary
QM Environmental is one of Canada's largest full-service national decommissioning and environmental remediation firms.

Always committed to health, safety and environment, QM has been experiencing consistent growth and we would like to invite you to be part of our team.

We offer exciting career growth, professional development, and a culture that is supported by teamwork and open communication.

At QM, you will have the opportunity to learn from, and collaborate with, some of the most talented professionals and innovative thought-leaders in the industry.

Responsibilities and Duties

A Foreperson is responsible for the following duties:

The supervision and coordination of site personnel and subcontractors, the reporting of all relevant site activities and managing the quality of work performed
A strong understanding and working knowledge of Health & Safety Guidelines and Quality Systems
Adherence to QMLP Operating principles, guidelines, and standards where defined

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Foreperson plays a key role on site, helping the Superintendent execute their work plan safely and efficiently. They hold a leadership role onsite and may be called on to supervise smaller sites on their own

Health and Safety

Be aware and willing to ensure safety compliance by all personnel on site.
Document and Notify the Site Superintendent of any unsafe or potentially hazardous situations on site
Ensure the appropriate safety equipment is available and worn by site personnel at all times
Ensure that all requests to perform unsafe work practices that may result in damage to machinery, people or property are declined

General

Ensure the daily work plan is completed as per the Site Superintendent's instructions.
Works with the Site Superintendent to plan and review overall status of project(s) on an ongoing basis
Ensure all site resource (labour, machinery, materials, subcontractors etc) are effectively utilized and monitored in order to achieve timely completion of projects
Ensure all tools and equipment used onsite are taken care of and put away. Any damage or defects are to be reported to the Superintendent immediately
Upon completion of task notify Site Superintendent to ensure all appropriate hired equipment is taken off rent
Must have full understanding and working knowledge of the QMLP's Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Procedures, ensuring all site personnel adhere to them at all times
Prior to the commencement of site works, gain an understanding of the relevant project specifications and drawings
On an ongoing basis, monitor all works against specifications to ensure the continuing quality and accuracy of work performed
Notify the Site Superintendent of any defects, mistakes, errors, contamination or variations identified
Ensure all the applicable quality checklists are properly completed
Ensure that relevant information is communicated to direct reports/subcontractors enabling them to effectively carry out their functions
Ensure that all employs have, or receive the proper training for their assigned tasks
Be willing to receive specialized training in order to accomplish skilled tasks

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Occupational Certification:

Valid driver's license mandatory
Gold seal and Trade Certifications are an asset
Previous training in First Aid, PPE etc. is considered an asset but internal training and orientation will be provided as required.
Specialized training eg: Fall Protection, Flagging etc an asset but will be provided as required.

Experience:

Demonstrated experience including supervisory or lead hand experience and considerable experience in construction and maintenance projects or any equivalent combination of training and experience
Proven track record in working in a team environment

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of all service utilities eg: natural gas, electric, water, sanitary, storm etc
Thorough knowledge of practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in heavy civil construction
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work

Abilities:

Ability to interpret and work from instructions, penciled plans and sketches, and blue prints
Ability to lay out, direct, and supervise construction and major repair projects
Ability to supervise the work of others
Ability to understand and efficiently carry out instructions
Ability to communicate and coordinate with superiors, subordinates, professionals, subcontractors and suppliers
Ability to keep records and to prepare work and time reports
Ability to use computers and is efficient with Microsoft excel
Ability to adapt to quickly to change

Personal Suitability: