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Shop Foreperson

  • Alexis Whitecourt 232, AB, Canada
  • Whitecourt, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
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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

As a Shop Foreman, you will lead and oversee the daily operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of fabricated components. This role is responsible for supervising and mentoring shop personnel, coordinating workflow and resources, maintaining equipment utilization, upholding quality and safety standards, and collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders to meet production schedules, operational objectives, and budget requirements.

  • Lead overall shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive execution of work while meeting quality and environmental standards.
  • Implement and manage HSE programs, conduct safety meetings, and promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
  • Oversee workforce management, including training, staffing, performance management, discipline, and team development.
  • Manage production, inventory, procurement, and resources to meet project requirements, budgets, and deadlines.
  • Support business operations through client engagement, quote preparation, problem resolution, process improvements, and administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrates strong leadership, teamwork, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize work, maintain accurate documentation, and consistently meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Possesses strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations, with a commitment to maintaining compliance and safe work practices.
  • Holds a Journeyperson Machinist and/or Welder certification, which is considered a strong asset.
  • Brings supervisory or management experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry, with responsibility for leading and supporting machine shop personnel.
  • 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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  • Position Type: Permanent
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    Responsibilities

    The Shop Foreperson leads daily fabrication shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of components. This role involves supervising personnel, managing resources and inventory, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project deadlines and budgets.

    Requirements

    Candidates should have supervisory experience in a machine shop environment, preferably within the oil and gas industry. A Journeyperson Machinist or Welder certification is considered a strong asset, along with mandatory safety tickets like CSTS-2020, H2S Alive, and WHMIS.

    Skills

    • Leadership
    • Team management
    • Fabrication shop operations
    • HSE program management
    • Production scheduling
    • Inventory management
    • Procurement
    • Performance management
    • Quality control
    • Safety compliance
    • Client engagement
    • Problem resolution
    • Budgeting
    • Welding
    • Machining

    Benefits

    • Professional development
    • Career advancement opportunities
    • Supportive team environment

    Visa sponsorship

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    Categories

    • Trades
    • Manufacturing
    • Energy
    • Management & Leadership
    • Construction

    Keywords

    • Shop Foreperson
    • Fabrication
    • Maintenance
    • Construction
    • Energy
    • Industrial
    • HSE
    • Safety culture
    • Workforce management
    • Production planning
    • Inventory control
    • Procurement
    • Journeyperson Machinist
    • Welder
    • Oil and gas
    • CSTS-2020
    • H2S Alive
    • WHMIS
    • Quality assurance
    • Budget management
    • Resource coordination
    • Performance management
    • Client relations
    • Safety sensitive
    • Drug and alcohol testing

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