Crusher Foreman - Saskatoon Aggregates

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Overview:

The Crusher Lead Hand is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, supervising and coordinating crushing crews, truckers, QC, and sub-contractors. The Lead Hand ensures high-quality material production, meeting required specifications, and completing projects safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with mining and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise the crushing crew to ensure effective and efficient operations.

Maintain and ensure the safe operation of crushers, screeners, conveyors, loaders, and other related aggregate and mobile heavy equipment.

Oversee equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Work independently while fostering a team-oriented work environment.

Willingness to work in adverse weather, night shifts, out-of-town assignments, overtime, and weekends as required.

Manage conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure the highest efficiency and material consistency.

Promote a positive work culture and set clear safety and production expectations for the crew.

Demonstrate strong leadership by setting an example and motivating the team to perform at their best.

Schedule and manage routine and major repairs for crushers, screeners, loaders, and all other pit-related equipment.

Maximize the use and effectiveness of tools and equipment, ensuring they remain in compliant working condition.

Resolve crew conflicts and interpersonal issues while maintaining productivity and morale.

Project a positive company image through professional conduct and communication with co-workers.

Utilize excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.

Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient crushing operation and work environment.

Continuously ensure compliance with mining and environmental standards as outlined by applicable governing bodies and company requirements.

Accurately enter labor, equipment, and production data in a timely manner.

Follow and enforce all company safety procedures and directives, ensuring adherence at all levels.

Engage with employees at all levels to proactively identify and resolve risks.

Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license (preference given to candidates with a Class 3 with air or higher).

Computer experience is preferred but not essential.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in gravel crushing operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Experience operating various heavy equipment (e.g., loader, excavator) is an asset.

High School diploma preferred, but not mandatory.

You will also demonstrate:

A positive, proactive attitude toward teamwork and safety.

Ability to foster development and growth in the workforce and encourage cross-training.

Strong communication, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

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