ROLE SUMMARY:
Peter Ballantyne Group of Companies (PBGOC) is dedicated to managing PBCN's corporate business investments and overseeing operations for them. Our mission is to generate wealth and economic self-sufficiency for PBCN by creating and implementing business opportunities. PBGOC values strong governance, strategic land partnerships, capacity building, trust-building, and supporting our ventures' successes. We prioritize maximizing equity and profits and continually seek fitting investment opportunities. PBGOC embraces a 5 Pillar Strategy, focusing on talent development, business expansion, community engagement, community investment, and environmental stewardship, all aimed at fostering prosperity and development within PBCN member communities.
The Mulcher Foreman is responsible for the safe, efficient, and productive supervision of heavy industrial vegetation management and mulching operations. This role oversees field crews, equipment utilization, worksite safety, production targets, environmental compliance, and client relations while ensuring all operations are completed in accordance with company standards, project specifications, and applicable regulations. This temporary role is expected to be for 3 to 4 months duration and is located in Pelican Narrows and Sandy Bay SK.
The Mulcher Foreman provides day-to-day leadership to operators and ground personnel while maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence, hazard management, crew development, and continuous improvement. The position reports to the Operations Manager / General Manager and supervises Mulcher Operators, Labourers / Ground Personnel, and assigned subcontractors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate daily mulching and vegetation management activities.
· Lead field crews in right-of-way clearing, forestry mulching, brushing, reclamation, and site preparation operations.
· Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within scope.
· Monitor production targets and implement corrective actions when required.
· Conduct daily tailgate meetings, hazard assessments, and worksite inspections.
· Coordinate equipment movement, fueling, maintenance scheduling, and site logistics.
· Maintain accurate daily reports, production records, timesheets, and safety documentation.
Safety & Compliance
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout all operations.
· Ensure compliance with company policies, OH&S regulations, client requirements, and environmental standards.
· Identify, assess, and mitigate operational hazards.
· Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
· Verify all crew members maintain required certifications, orientations, and competencies.
· Ensure proper use and maintenance of PPE and safety equipment.
Crew Supervision & Development
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for operators and labour personnel.
· Assign work responsibilities and monitor crew productivity.
· Conduct field training and competency evaluations.
· Support employee development through coaching and ongoing communication.
· Assist with hiring recommendations and onboarding of new employees.
Equipment & Maintenance Oversight
- Oversee the operation of mulchers, excavators, dozers, skid steers, and support equipment.
· Monitor equipment condition and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
· Ensure pre-operational inspections are completed and documented.
· Minimize equipment downtime through proactive planning and communication.
Client & Stakeholder Relations
- Maintain professional communication with clients, landowners, inspectors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
· Represent the company in a professional and respectful manner at all times.
· Provide project updates and address operational concerns in a timely manner.
· Support successful project execution through effective coordination with management and stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS:
As the Mulcher Foreman you will bring:
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in vegetation management, forestry mulching, land clearing, or heavy equipment operations.
- Previous supervisory or foreman experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of heavy industrial worksite safety requirements.
- Experience operating and supervising mulching equipment in remote or challenging terrain.
- Ability to interpret project scopes, maps, and worksite plans.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of equipment maintenance practices.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required; Class 1 or 3 considered an asset.
- Ability to work extended shifts and travel to remote project locations.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., MS Office).
Required Certifications
· WHMIS
· Standard First Aid & CPR
· TDG Preferred
- Leadership for Safety Excellence or equivalent supervisory training preferred.
ROLE CRITERIA:
- Maintain safe and incident-free operations.
- Meet or exceed project production targets.
- Clean and Valid Driver’s License
- Capable of lifting heavy equipment and materials (up to 50 lbs).
- Physical stamina and the ability to work in physically demanding environments.
All candidates with the required qualifications will be considered.
This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation and other Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit) who wish to qualify under this initiative must self-identify.
