Innovative Drilling – part of the Municipal Group of Companies, delivers creative solutions to geotechnical challenges safely, economically for clients around the globe. With over 20 years’ experience across a range of drilling sectors we can provide solutions to unusual drilling situations and technically demanding projects. We are currently seeking a Foreman based out of our Halifax, NS location.
Innovative Drilling – part of the Municipal Group of Companies, delivers creative solutions to geotechnical challenges safely, economically for clients around the globe. With over 20 years’ experience across a range of drilling sectors we can provide solutions to unusual drilling situations and technically demanding projects. We are currently seeking a Foreman based out of our Halifax, NS location.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensuring the effective and efficient use of personnel, materials, equipment, facilities, and time.
- Managing all project labour administration activities including payroll, timekeeping, labour coding, equipment coding, and safety reporting.
- Assisting in the resolution of change requests, material defects and equipment problems.
- Assist heavy equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment, signal operators to guide them in safely when moving equipment and provide assistance in other activities
- Work with the equipment operators and drilling crew
- Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
- Conduct pre-job toolbox meetings to identify potential hazards and measures to eliminate or minimize them
- Ensure safety of fellow employees
- Ensure the appropriate use of PPE while performing tasks
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Experience and Education:
- 3-5 years’ experience in civil construction or a related field preferred
- Valid class 5 driver’s license in good standing
- Surveying background and grading experience would be considered an asset
- Must be well versed in construction site protocols, rules and code of conduct.
- Strong management, delegation, planning and leadership skills.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
- Able to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
- Working safely is a condition of employment.
A comprehensive pension and benefits package is offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.
Application Process:
Completed applications should be submitted to:
Human Resources
Attn: Jessica Wilson
Via Email: jessica.wilson@dexter.ca
Please reference “Foreman - Innovative Drilling” in the subject line.
We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.
We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.
