Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations

LaPrairie Group•High Prairie, AB

13d•Onsite

About The Position

LaPrairie Works Inc. is seeking a Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations to lead highway maintenance operations from their High Prairie, AB shop. The company is ISO-9001-2015 certified and provides highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. The Foreman will oversee staff and resources to ensure work is performed according to contract, with a requirement to reside within a 30-minute commute to the operational center.

Requirements

Three years of experience in a management role
Five years of experience in the Highway Maintenance industry
Valid Class 1 or 3 Drivers License and clean record
Proven experience with resource management
Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of direct reports
Strong verbal and written communication
Proven knowledge of Provincial transportation specifications
Prepared to reside within a 30-minute commute to the operational center they oversee

Responsibilities

Promote and monitor compliance with required legislation, including safe operation of equipment, National Safety Code, and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
Promote company policies, procedures, and ethical standards and implement measures to ensure employee compliance.
Oversee operations to ensure that work is being performed according to established performance criteria.
Facilitate employee training, to meet LaPrairie program objectives and legislative requirements.
Monitor employee performance using practical targets that are consistent with company goals.
Coordinate activities effectively by allocating resources, scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and delegating work accordingly.
Ensure procedures for equipment inspection and preventative maintenance of vehicles are followed.
Review road condition reports and track performance.
Assess team performance and identify areas for continuous improvement.
Ensure that safe work practices are being promoted and followed.
Perform other duties as required.