Crusher Foreman
Amrize · Saskatoon
Join Amrize as a Crusher Foreman and help construct whats next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Crusher Foreman 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.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- 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.
- Manage conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure the highest efficiency and material consistency.
- 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.
- ontinuously ensure compliance with mining and environmental standards as outlined by applicable governing bodies and company requirements.
- Engage with employees at all levels to proactively identify and resolve risks.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Required Work Experience: 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.
Required Training/Certifications: Valid driver’s license (preference given to candidates with a Class 3 with air or higher).
Additional Requirements:
- Computer experience is preferred but not essential.
- 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.
- Demonstrate strong leadership by setting an example and motivating the team to perform at their best.
- 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.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependentsA generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
- Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
- Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
- Easy access to mental health and well-being support
- Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
- Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
- Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
- Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
- An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
- A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
- Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable
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, will be required.