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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 5+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Shop Foreman oversees daily mechanical shop operations, including workflow planning, inventory management, and staff supervision. They are responsible for ensuring quality standards, safety compliance, and effective communication across departments.
Job details
Job Overview Reporting to the General Manager, Maintenance, the Shop Foreman plays a crucial role in ensuring that the shop operates smoothly, deadlines are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety protocols are followed. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the mechanical shop Plan and coordinate workflow to meet deadlines and quality standards Assign tasks to mechanics and ensure they are completed efficiently and effectively Manage parts, monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed Inspect equipment and machinery for maintenance and repairs Execute bi-annual employee performance reviews Train and mentor staff to enhance skills and knowledge Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols Resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise in the shop Communicate with management and other departments to coordinate activities Prepare and provide divisional reports by deadline Keep accurate records of work orders, repairs, and maintenance activities Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Valid Red Seal or Interprovincial Journeyman's Certificate as a HD Mechanic. Five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory role Extensive technical background. Proven experience as a Shop Foreman or similar role in a mechanical shop environment. Advanced Microsoft office suite skills are an asset Strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Familiarity with safety regulations and protocols. Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle conflicts effectively. Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation. Working Conditions: Fast-paced environment. Growing company environment – team orientated. Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, and attention to detail Relocation assistance may be available for candidates within Canada.
What you’ll do
The Shop Foreman oversees daily mechanical shop operations, including workflow planning, inventory management, and staff supervision. They are responsible for ensuring quality standards, safety compliance, and effective communication across departments.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid Red Seal or Interprovincial Journeyman's Certificate as a Heavy Duty Mechanic. A minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a mechanical shop environment is required.
Listed skills
- Inventory management · Preferred
- Leadership · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Time management · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
- record keeping · Preferred
- Microsoft Office · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Mechanical shop operations
- Workflow planning
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Staff training
- Leadership
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Time-management
- Mechanical systems
- Safety regulations
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Microsoft Office
- Equipment Inspection
- Inventory Monitoring
- Workflow Management
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Conflict Handling
- Employee Performance Management
- Problem Solving
- Machinery
- Mechanics
- Mechanical Systems
- Operations
- Time Management
- Team Oriented
- Prioritization
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Shop Foreman
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Mechanical Engineering Technicians
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
