Position Title:  Supervisor, Hot Works (12-Month Contract)

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Position Overview

The Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) project is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and Framatome, located in Kincardine Ontario.  SGRT is a part of the Major Component Replacement project and includes the removal of the steam generators at Unit 6, 3, and 4 and the installation of replacement steam generators with related plant modifications. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064. In addition to the existing contracts for Unit 3 and Unit 4, SGRT has signed a long-term Preferred Supplier Agreement for steam generator replacements at the plant’s remaining units as part of the Bruce Major Component Replacement project.

The Supervisor, Hot Work reports to the Construction Manager and is responsible for the establishment of all hot work requirements. The Supervisor, Hot Work will ensure all hazards are evaluated and the appropriate safety measures and controls are overseen during any work activity that has open flames or produces sparks.

What You Will Do Here

• Support project and client specific safety measures on all hot work.
• Manage team of assigned workers to set up hot work areas consistent with project and client policies and procedures.
• Train project staff in the requirements of hot work safety procedure.
• Ensure that Hot Work tools are inspected and in good condition.
• Assigns fire watch personnel, manages schedule, and after hours sign off as required.
• Requires interaction with client Fire Protection services and manages permit applications and issuance for field work.
• Other duties as required.

What You Will Bring to the Team

• Minimum 5 years of work in the construction industry to understand the complexity of setting up and maintaining a robust spark containment in the field.
• Emergency Planning and Hot Work procedures understanding.
• Knowledge and understanding of project schedules.
• A team player that accepts and can manage change regularly.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.

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