Job Overview
BAT Construction Ltd. is a Canadian leader in Slope Stabilization and Geotechnical Construction, and we are expanding to meet the growing demand for our expert services. BAT Construction has a proven record of providing skilled employees to deliver high-quality results, all while focusing on safety.
We are currently seeking a Drilling Foreperson to supervise and manage the daily operation of a long hole drilling program, and alternative daily extra work projects as requested from the client. The drilling contract is for down the hole drills with casing install, for long hole horizontal drain holes in open pit mine high walls.
This role requires technical expertise, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work in remote and challenging conditions.
This position also requires strong leadership / attention to detail and judgment as well as an exceptional ability to organize, plan, and anticipate potential adversity. The ideal candidate will have strong drilling experience (specifically HDH). Applicants with a thorough understanding of geotechnical stabilization as well as heavy equipment operation, ground support, or heavy-duty mechanics may be given preference.
The ideal candidate will be expected to uphold BAT Construction's core values of Safety-Driven, Integrity, Flexibility, Quality, and Team Spirit. This candidate will be responsible for, and have proven experience in the following:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Organize the daily operations and schedule manpower according to daily requirements.
- Line up crew to assigned tasks and tailboard meetings.
- Fill in daily site documentation i.e. Daily Progress Report (DPR), report drill log information, and safety documentation etc.
- Promoting open communications with client.
- Accountable for projects performances by monitoring schedules, daily cost analysis.
- Ability to identify risks and modify setup to control risk,
- Communicate daily with operations manager on site information.
- Ability to negotiate with client extra work as it become available.
Required Skills:
- Experienced in project supervision in drilling operations and/or ground stabilization.
- Ability to train and develop operational personnel.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills towards clients, the public and workforce.
- Possess a good working knowledge of applicable regulations, and strong safety awareness.
- Competent in Microsoft Office programs i.e. MS Word, Excel.
- Valid class 5 Drivers License or better.
Education & Experience:
- Grade 12 graduate, along with formal supervision training.
- 5 years of experience supervising drilling operations or geo-stabilization projects.
- Experience in mine operations supervision.
The rotation schedule and shift duration – 8 on 4 off
Travel details – Foreman will be assigned a truck for their rotation & travel to site at Highland Valley Copper (HVC)
The start date – As soon as possible
CLAC Union position
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Have you previously worked for BAT Construction?
- How many years of experience do you have in the construction industry?
- Are you eligible to work in Canada? Applicants for employment must either be Canadian citizens or possess work authorization which does not require work visa sponsorship by the employer and they must have residence in Canada.
- This job requires the use of a respirator; is there any reason you are unable to wear a respirator?
- Do you have a valid driver's licence?
- Have you ever done any drilling? Please explain in detail what kind of drilling with what kinds of drills please.
Work Location: In person
