Foreperson

Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada .
full-time . November 26, 2025

Description

Job description

Who We Are

Kichton Construction LP is the Fort McMurray based Heavy Civil entity within the Kichton Group of companies which has been operating since 1963. Kichton Construction LP commenced operations in 2019 as the industrial division of the Kichton Group to serve the Energy and Mining Industries throughout North America. Since inception, KCLP has grown sustainably and exponentially, starting with 30 experienced team members in 2019, to now over 400 team members and over 300 pieces of heavy equipment. KCLP is proud to continue operating alongside our Community Partner, the Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, as part of our NOHA/Kichton Joint-Venture.

The Role We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Foreperson to train, lead and mentor our heavy equipment crews doing reclamation work. The Foreperson is responsible for facilitating and organizing all crews, equipment, and materials to complete work scopes in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate has worked in the Fort McMurray oilsands before and has mining, industrial and heavy civil construction experience. This position is project based and reports into the General Foreman.

Location/Job Details

Fort McMurray, Alberta - Suncor Fort Hills.
12-hour days (paid for 11.5/day) 14 days on, 7 days off. Nights & day shifts.
Accommodations - own room & bathroom at the new Willow camp.
Flights are provided out of Edmonton or Calgary to Fort MacMurray and back.
Bussing provided from airport to camp and back.

Compensation/Benefits

$45.00 per hour with OT at 1.5 x the regular rate (bi-weekly pay).
OT after 8 hours per day.
$2.00 per hour increase after 90 days subject to a successfully performance review.
9.6% Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay on all regular hours paid out bi-weekly.
Extended health, dental, vison, travel and paramedical coverage after 90 days.
LTD, AD&D, life insurance and dependent life insurance after 90 days.
$500/year health care spending account.
Employee Assistance and virtual health programs.
PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots that cover the ankle.
Opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities/Job Duties

Review, understand, and follow all safe work practices and procedures.
Lead, train and mentor employees in safe work practices.
Maintain regular communication with Supervisors and Project Managers regarding project processes, risks, and forecasts.
Ensure materials needed are ordered and available.
Facilitate morning toolbox talks and site/company meetings.
Ensure employees review, understand, and follow all company policies.
Coach, mentor, train and when necessary discipline employees who are not meeting performance standards or that violate company policies.
Complete daily documentation thoroughly, including: FLHAs, timesheets, pre/post-inspections of all tools and equipment, and any other paperwork required.
Report incidents, near misses, equipment damage, and hazards to Supervisors immediately.
Groundwork/operate equipment and work on the tools as required.
Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner - leading by example.

Education/Qualifications/Training

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a construction supervisory role required
Mining experience preferred
Familiar and comfortable working in a production environment.
A safety-first attitude.
An excellent communicator and a good listener.
Must be proficient in English, both verbally and written
Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a good driver's abstract
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
CSO, BSO or OSSA Regional certification
Energy Safety Canada or ACSA Version: OH&S AB Legislative Awareness (Payroll Deduction Available)
Energy Safety Canada: Silica Awareness (Payroll Deduction Available)
Energy Safety Canada: Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness (Payroll Deduction Available)
Energy Safety Canada: Wood Buffalo Wildlife Intermediate (Payroll Deduction Available)
Energy Safety Canada: Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness or H2S Alive if already obtained (Payroll Deduction Available)
Suncor pre-requisite training – approx. 4 hours (will be sent to you as part of onboarding)
ACSA Worksite Investigation Basics, considered an asset
ACSA Leadership for Safety Excellence, considered an asset
Bistrainer Company Specific Training (3 courses, approx. 2-3 hours)

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

Overtime pay

Benefits:

Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

12 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift

Work Location: In person

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