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Shop Foreperson

Whitecourt, ABOnsiteFull TimePosted 15 days ago

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Required skills

  • CSTS-2020
  • H2S Alive
  • WHMIS
  • safety sensitive position
  • drug and alcohol testing

Nice to have

  • Journeyperson Machinist
  • Journeyperson Welder
  • oil and gas industry

Role summary

FLINT is seeking a Shop Foreman to lead daily operations in a fabrication shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role involves supervising and mentoring personnel, managing workflow, inventory, procurement, and resources to meet project deadlines and budgets. Responsibilities include implementing HSE programs, managing workforce performance, and engaging with clients. A Journeyperson Machinist/Welder certification and experience in the oil and gas industry are strong assets. Safety certifications (CSTS-2020, H2S Alive, WHMIS) are mandatory.

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.
  • 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

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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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.

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