General Foreman
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Supervise and coordinate the activity of workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly and timely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
Works with and instructs crews on work activities
Interprets written and/or oral orders, sketches and blueprints to coordinate activities of assigned workers, materials, equipment and tools
Inspects quality of all work to ensure company standards and project specifications are met
Assists workers in their performance of assigned duties
Analyzes and resolves work related problems
Reviews material received at jobsite to ensure it is correct and not defective
Checks equipment to ensure proper working conditions
Maintains time and tracks production
Interprets and enforces company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations company policy to employees
May study schedules and estimate worker hour requirements for completion of job
May make cost estimates for contracts
Establishes and adjusts work sequences to meet construction schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules
Use effective verbal and written communication skills
Be capable of listening and communicating with other supervision and employees
Be motivated and work safely and productively
Understand and respond accordingly to all safety alerts, warnings, hazards, etc.
Performs other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS Qualification and Requirements Has worked in the mechanical field for typically seven years, three of which should be as a Journeyman in his/her craft
Have a detailed understanding of construction scheduling
Understand cost control and be able to implement successfully
Follow oral and written directions
Comprehend blueprints, sketches and plans
Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked
Plan work and activities
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
Accurately apply mathematical skills
Compare and see differences in size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects
Reading and writing skills
Recognize and report safety hazards
Climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds
Work at heights without fear
See well (naturally or with corrections) and distinguish colors
About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara
- a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com
Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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