General Foreperson - Expression of Interest

FLINT Corp. • Sarnia, ON

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The General Foreperson plays a critical leadership role in overseeing day-to-day field operations and ensuring the safe, efficient, and successful execution of work activities across FLINT projects. Reporting to the Superintendent, this position is responsible for leading crews, coordinating resources, supporting quality execution, and maintaining compliance with client requirements, regulatory standards, and FLINT policies and procedures. Working collaboratively with project leadership, clients, forepersons, tradespeople, quality personnel, and HSE teams, the General Foreperson helps drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership capabilities, effective communication skills, sound decision-making, and a proactive approach to managing field operations in dynamic industrial environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented leader who is passionate about developing people, promoting safe work practices, and delivering high-quality project outcomes.

Requirements

• Technical Trade Certificate or Journeyperson Certification.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, or related environments.
• Strong knowledge of field operations, workforce coordination, and safe work practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing project requirements

Nice To Haves

• QA/QC and planning/scheduling experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day leadership, mentoring, and coaching to forepersons and crews.
• Setting clear expectations and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
• Promoting professionalism, accountability, and teamwork across the workforce.
• Recognizing, addressing, and resolving workplace issues and concerns.
• Assessing personnel fitness for duty and monitoring daily field activities.
• Walking down work scopes with clients and FLINT leadership before and after work execution.
• Monitoring production, work progress, and project changes.
• Requesting and coordinating manpower requirements with the Superintendent.
• Supporting daily operations and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitoring radio communications and conducting field observations to maintain operational awareness.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, contractual, client, and company requirements.
• Participating in and monitoring daily safety toolbox meetings.
• Facilitating weekly safety meetings in partnership with HSE personnel.
• Taking immediate corrective action to address unsafe acts or conditions.
• Reporting incidents, injuries, significant events, and behavioral concerns.
• Supporting quality personnel and monitoring work quality and team performance.
• Ensuring completion and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Verifying the accuracy and completion of timecards submitted by Forepersons.
• Ensuring company and client vehicles and equipment are maintained in safe operating conditions.
• Supporting onboarding and safety orientation activities for new personnel.
• Coordinating resources to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, crews, and project stakeholders.
• Communicating project updates, progress, and operational challenges.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices.
• Promoting a culture focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Your work will matter.
• 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, ClearWater grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED