General Foreperson

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.  

Job Description

Reporting to the Superintendent, the General Foreperson, is responsible for the day-to-day operational activities on site for their crew(s). The General Foreperson provides leadership and is responsible for, although not limited to coordinating, supervising, and overall safety of subordinates. This individual is also responsible for the consistent and fair application of all policies and procedures.  

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to field teams while fostering a positive, professional, and high-performing work culture.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, regulatory, contractual, and company requirements, including incident reporting and corrective action management.
• Coordinate daily operations by communicating with clients and crews, conducting field observations, assessing fitness for duty, and monitoring work progress.
• Support workforce planning and performance management through manpower requests, quality oversight, conflict resolution, and verification of timekeeping and equipment readiness.
• Lead safety and operational excellence initiatives, including work scope planning, toolbox talks, safety meetings, KPI tracking, new employee orientations, and continuous performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication abilities, enabling effective coordination with crews, clients, and stakeholders.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments by prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and adapting to changing operational demands.
• Takes a proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving and shows strong initiative in supporting operational success.
• Holds a Technical Trade Certificate or Hours Certification, supported by 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience; QA/QC and planning/scheduling experience are considered assets.
• Meet minimum mandatory safety ticket requirements: 
  • CSTS-2020 
  • H2S Alive 
  • WHMIS 

Additional Information

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position and will require completion of drug and alcohol testing. 

Our Commitment to Our People  

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:  

• Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.  
• Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.  
• Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.  
• Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.  
• Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.  

Shape Your Future. Strengthen Your Craft. Leave A Legacy.

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