Dredging & Dewatering Lead

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Dredging and Dewatering Operational Supervisor, the Dredging and Dewatering Lead is responsible for personnel and projects under their operation and overseeing the workforce and equipment for assigned project(s), ensuring the most skilled individuals with adequate qualifications are working on sites with the right equipment to complete the projects in a timely manner. The successful candidate will assist in the training and maintaining of well-prepared employees, provide day-to-day supervision and be responsible for safety, quality and productivity as well as being responsible for scoping work. The Dredging and Dewatering Lead will also set the expectation of continuous improvement and maintain the highest regard for customer service when dealing with external and internal customers.

We are currently hiring for seasonal, temporary and full time positions.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety

• Ability to consistently act as a leader and a role model with respect to Secure Energy’s Health & Safety Program, on and off the work site
• Leading by example and driving of all Secure Energy safety policies and procedures including your personal and teams’ Personal Safety Contracts
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with the safety department
• Arrange, direct, and partake in safety related meetings
• Complete & review all associated daily safety paperwork
• Initiate incident notifications & manage on site activities as required to ensure proper processes are followed
• Have all applicable documentation readily available on site and be familiar with required information for each specific project
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports as require.

Site Coordination

• Coordinate and oversee all site crew including site operators, labourers, and contractors
• Coordinate and oversee all third-party vendors coming on to site
• Arrange for efficient utilization of manpower / equipment / deliveries / etc. as determined by project schedule
• Operate centrifuges and dredges if required;
• Maintains centrifuges, dredges and affiliated dredging and dewatering equipment as needed;
• Performs general duties required to complete work, such as: debris removal, clean up, set up, etc.;
• Plans and lays out jobs from blueprints, drawings, sketches, service manuals or verbal instructions;
• Coordinates activities with other departments and divisions;
• Conduct pre-work and pre-bid meetings to effectively scope new work;
• Completes all required paperwork;
• Other tasks and special projects as assigned by the direct supervisor;
• Track costs as directed by Project Manager &/or Operations Supervisor where.

Site Checks

• Ensure pre-operational checks on equipment and supplies are being conducted;
• Ensure equipment operators are keeping equipment clean, lubricated and fueled and general site housekeeping is being maintained;
• Notify supervisors of any required repair work to be done / deficiencies and / or damages;
• Proactively resolve customer concerns and respond to customer’s questions according to company policies and procedures in a timely manner;
• Provide quality customer service to our external and internal customers.
• Liaise with the Project Manager to ensure work is being carried out according to the scope of work and bid or client PO
• Drive a crew truck to and from site as required
• Operate equipment if required
• Through direction of Project Manager coordinate with client on site:
• Assist with daily tasks associated to the project which enhance efficiency of operation including, but not limited to: operating mobile equipment, assisting with ‘routine’ activities on site, managing waste disposal, coordinating with local mechanical services for repairs, & various other day to day activities in which overall efficiency of operations can benefit.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years’ industry related work experience or demonstrated competency
• Mechanically inclined and willing to learn;
• An understanding of the legal obligations of an individual in a supervisory role with respect to the relevant provincial safety laws and legislation
• Ability to liaison with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and consultants, along with ability to diplomatically resolve any issues and/or concerns that may occur;
• Excellent supervisory and conflict resolution skills
• Proficient in operating Excavators and Loaders
• Ability to organize and supervise subcontractors
• Ability to schedule work in an organized and efficient manner
• Ability to supervise and organize several work crews on a complex site
• Strong work ethic and willingness to persevere through difficult weather conditions, challenging work site environments and long demanding work days
• Willingness to work away from home for significant blocks of time, moving from project to project as required
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting a minimum of 55lbs, working in confined spaces, standing for an extended period of time, frequent use of ladders and working at heights
• Willingness to respond on short notice to Emergency Response calls and worksite problem areas as required and accept long demanding days at the assigned site
• Strong computer skills with ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook and Windows
• Valid and current Class 5 Driver’s License

Applicants who are extended an employment offer will be required to complete a pre-employment check. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of this pre-employment process.

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