Position Title:  Yard Foreperson

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What Is The Opportunity?
Reporting to the General Superintendent, Foundations, the Yard Foreperson, Foundations will be responsible for the support and oversight of the Yard operations as well as the participation and support of the EHS programs.

What You Bring to the Team?

•    Supervision of all activities, as well as maintain and organization of the Scugog, Ontario Yard
•    Work with onsite project teams and the Tooling and Equipment Coordinator for tracking/ transfers/ repairs of drill tooling, casing and accessories
•    Assist with tooling/ casing transferred between projects/ yards are documented, with pre-ship & arrival condition inspections
•    Scugog Yard – assist with tracking in/ out of shipments. Assist with setup/ maintenance of Yard including sea cans, inventory and consumables 
•    Operating loader to load/ offload truck(s) of tooling and piling items; secure loaded tooling as per procedure; keep yard organized and maintained 
•    Although role is based out of the Scugog Yard, this position will travel to other projects throughout Ontario.

Will be responsible for EHS related activities:
•    Participating in the site EHS program as directed including conducting workplace inspections; Safety Inspections; Conducting behavioral observation in the workplace; Distribution of safety material supplies and equipment 
•    Ensuring EHS safety practices and procedures are observed and followed, such as daily safety documents

•    Other relevant duties as assigned.

 
What You Bring to the Team:
•    10 years of construction industry experience. Piling experience is an asset.
•    Familiarity with heavy equipment with competency to operate loaders & skid steers
•    Complete equipment inspection prior to operating yard equipment such as loader.
•    Assist with loading and unloading drill tools, casing materials and/ or equipment in a safe manner.
•    Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
•    Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills
•    Willing and able to work outdoors, while comfortable working in all weather conditions
•    Valid driver's license.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.