Welder Working Foreman

Deep-Water Intake Group,
a joint venture of multiple subsidiaries of the VINCI Group, construction worldwide leader, specialized in the design and construction of major civil engineering and building works in Canada is hiring an

Welder working foreman

What is the project?

The Pickering Nuclear Generating Station refurbishment program involves designing and building a new deep-water intake in Lake Ontario to improve the plant's cooling system. This will involve:

• A 1.5 km-long tunnel, built by a pressurized TBM (10.5 m diameter slurry TBM);
• Two vertical shafts (onshore and offshore);
• An offshore modular intake structure, resting on the lake bed.

The project is distinguished by its proximity to an active nuclear site, requiring rigorous standards of safety, planning and coordination.

What you will do:

The welding welding foreman is part of the plant department and reports to the deputy plant manager and plant manager. Joining the project at the early stage of the execution phase he or she will be responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and inspecting all welding activities associated with the tunnelling project including installation works, production support, maintenance, modifications and dismantling.

Concretely your tasks will be:

• Promote and enforce compliance with all project Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and field hazard assessments
• Ensure risk mitigation measures defined in risk analysis and or task brief are properly understood and implemented (e.g. use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and welding-related safety control)
• Verify implementation of hot work permits and fire prevention measures.
• Suspend work when unsafe conditions or practices are identified.
• Supervise welders, fitters, and subcontractor personnel performing welding activities.
• Plan daily and weekly welding activities to support project schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate with plant, construction, civil, electrical and safety teams.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, equipment utilization, and material requirements.
• Ensure welding activities are performed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
• Verify that all welders maintain valid qualifications and certifications in line with the nature of the work.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications and fabrication details.
• Coordinate inspections and testing activities including visual inspection, NDE/NDT, and quality documentation.
• Assist in the development of work methods and installation procedures
• Verify compliance with applicable CSA, AWS, ASME standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to welding personnel.
• Provide regular progress updates to project management.

Your skills:

• Trade certification in Welding, Metal Fabrication, or related discipline preferred.
• Welding Inspector certification (CWB Level 1 or higher) considered an asset
• Minimum 5 years of welding supervision experience in heavy industrial, civil, mining, energy, or tunnelling project
• Strong understanding of:
  • CSA W47.1 and CSA W59 requirements
  • CWB certification requirements
  • GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding processes
  • Weld inspection and NDT methods
  • Construction drawings and specifications
• Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Communication and coordination skills.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

What do we have to provide:

• Gross annual salary between CAD$ 100K and 115K depending on experience and profile
• 4 vacation weeks & 3 emergency/sickness days paid;
• Annual bonuses;
• Group Health Insurance (premium participation including virtual health care system);
• RRSP Program
• Career development opportunities;
• A cosmopolite and inclusive work environment;
• Attractive and challenging project.

At Deep-Water Intake Group, we believe that diversity is a source of wealth and strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where every individual is valued and respected. We strongly encourage applications from members of Aboriginal communities and strive to ensure fair and respectful employment opportunities. We recognise the unique contributions of indigenous peoples and are committed to supporting their professional development. By joining our team, you will be part of a company that celebrates diversity and actively works to promote inclusion.