Skilled Laborer/ Fire Watch

Company Description Levert is one of the largest independent recruitment agencies in Canada, specializing in personnel solutions for heavy industries such as mining, oil and gas, and the marine sector. Since 1983, the company has focused on connecting employers with reliable, highly skilled workers while offering secure, well-paying employment and career advancement opportunities. Levert provides extensive recruiting and training processes, ensuring candidates are pre-screened and industry-ready for onshore, offshore, and mining environments. The organization emphasizes health and safety through mandatory orientations, training options, and a culture of zero harm. Job seekers benefit from flexible hiring options, complete payroll services, and multiple opportunities to gain experience, build networks, and achieve their employment goals. Role Description The Skilled Laborer/Fire Watch role is a temporary, on-site position based in Gogama, ON. In this role, the individual will perform general labor duties such as moving materials, assisting tradespeople, cleaning work areas, and supporting construction or maintenance activities as directed by supervisors. As Fire Watch, the individual will continuously monitor designated areas during hot work or high-risk tasks, ensure fire safety equipment is available and functional, and report any hazards or incidents immediately. Daily responsibilities include following safety procedures, wearing required personal protective equipment, participating in safety meetings, and completing basic documentation related to work tasks and safety checks. The role requires working in industrial or mining environments, sometimes in varying weather conditions or confined spaces, while maintaining high safety and performance standards. Qualifications Physically capable of performing demanding work, including lifting, carrying, standing for extended periods, and working in an industrial or mining environment. Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, including fire prevention, hazard recognition, and compliance with all health and safety policies. Previous experience in construction, mining, industrial operations, or a similar heavy-industry environment is considered an asset. Able to follow instructions, work effectively as part of a team, and communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers. Safety certifications such as WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness, Working at Heights, or Confined Space training are considered assets. Comfortable working and staying in a remote camp environment. Must be clean-shaven within the respirator’s sealing area to ensure a proper fit. Must be able to wear a full-face respirator. Standard eyeglasses cannot be worn inside the respirator facepiece.

Perform general labor duties including moving materials and assisting tradespeople in industrial or mining environments. Act as a Fire Watch by monitoring high-risk tasks and ensuring fire safety equipment is functional and available.

Candidates must be physically capable of demanding work and able to wear a full-face respirator while being clean-shaven. Previous experience in heavy industry and safety certifications like WHMIS or Working at Heights are considered assets.

• TeamworkPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Occupational safetyPreferred

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• Fire Watch
• General Labor
• Hazard Recognition
• Fire Prevention
• Workplace Safety
• Material Handling
• Industrial Safety
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Respirator Use

• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Energy
• Manufacturing

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Feb 15, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available