Foreman/Forewoman

Job Description
As a Foreman, you will play a key role in executing large-scale projects where rigor and communication are essential. In this role, you will supervise on-site production activities, ensuring the planning and efficient execution of daily operations, work quality, and team management. You will develop and communicate action plans, follow up on tasks, propose solutions to operational challenges, and actively participate in production meetings. You will also be responsible for probation evaluations, employee skill development, compliance with health and safety standards (OHS), and disciplinary management in collaboration with human resources and management. Your role is crucial to achieving performance goals and driving continuous process improvement.

Compensation

• $85,000 to $90,000 per year
• Overtime paid at double time

Work Schedule

• Day: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day
• Evening: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day + $2.00/hour premium
• Weekend: 3-day workweek, 12 hours per day + $2.50/hour premium
• Frigate premium (military vessel): $1.25/hour regardless of shift.

You must be available for all shifts. While we consider your schedule preferences (day, evening, weekend) when creating schedules, they cannot be guaranteed.
Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account
• Company events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine
• Paid time off (2 floating days + 2 days for family obligations)
• Paid holidays during site closure
• Retirement plan
• Positive work environment supported by the employer
• Free on-site parking

At Davie, we know that moving is a big change
. To welcome you to the region, we offer a relocation allowance for unionized production and maintenance employees: up to $2,500 for a single person or couple, and $4,000 for a family. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process. We want your arrival to be simple and worthy of this new beginning.

Requirements
Postsecondary education in a specialized trade (industrial mechanics, electrical, welding-assembly, etc.)

Five (5) years or more experience managing unionized staff

MS Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Successful completion of the security clearance process required under the Federal Government Contract Security Program (minimum 5 years continuous residence in Canada with no interruption longer than 6 consecutive months).

About Us
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada's largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It's about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There's a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It's not just about delivering major projects—it's about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie,
we forge the monumental

About The Team
Chez Davie, nous faisons plus que construire des navires : nous jouons un rôle stratégique pour l'industrie maritime depuis près de 200 ans. Chez Davie, nous faisons plus que construire des navires : nous jouons un rôle stratégique pour l'industrie maritime depuis près de 200 ans.

L'effort combiné de chaque soudure, coup de marteau, coup de crayon, décision et contrat a un impact bien au-delà de ses actions propres : ensemble, elles améliorent la qualité de vie des Canadiens en contribuant à l'approvisionnement, au transport et à la sécurité des eaux et des territoires.