Field Foreman / General Foreman Full Time

What would be required in your role

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate multiple field crews and subcontractors on various projects primarily throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
• Ensure strict compliance with Koch-Glitsch Canada (KGC) and client environmental, health, and safety policies.
• Plan and execute workflow directives to meet project schedules and ensure efficient and safe completion of work.
• Oversee and support field activities, including construction, turnaround, and maintenance work on mass transfer process equipment.
• Prepare and submit all required site documentation, reports, and communications in a timely manner.
• Mentor and develop field personnel to uphold company standards and safety culture.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues on-site using sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

What will put you ahead

• Demonstrated leadership skills and effective team management.
• Strong knowledge of OH&S construction industry standards and application.
• Ability to comprehend and execute Site Manager directives with attention to detail and safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret mass transfer equipment drawings.
• Strong organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with turnaround construction projects, especially involving columns and mass transfer equipment.
• Familiarity with Koch-Glitsch and other vendor mass transfer products and installation methods.
• Knowledge of welding, cutting processes, pressure vessel codes, and quality control procedures.
• Understanding of confined space entry, rigging, blinding, tower inspection, and maintenance.

The experience you will bring

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience managing field crews and subcontractors in the refining, petrochemical, or related heavy industries.
• Ability to read and interpret Isometric drawings and P&IDs
• Industry standard certifications H2S alive, OSSA Confined space entry, OSSA Fall Arrest, Intermediate first aid, CSTS 2020
• Leadership for Safety Excellence
• First line Supervisor training
• ICCS Certified
• Journeyperson/Red Seal an asset but not required

Physical requirements

• Ability to work extended hours, including days, weeks, or months away from home.
• Work outdoors under varying weather conditions, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Use of breathing apparatus and respirators may be required.
• Extensive travel across Canada may be necessary.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
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