Crusher Lead Hand

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Crusher Foreman - Saskatoon Aggregates

Requisition ID: 10925

Location:

Saskatoon, SK, CA, S7K 0X3

Pay Type: Hourly

WHO IS LAFARGE?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview

The Crusher Lead Hand is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, supervising and coordinating crushing crews, truckers, QC, and sub-contractors. The Lead Hand ensures high-quality material production, meeting required specifications, and completing projects safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with mining and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the crushing crew to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Maintain and ensure the safe operation of crushers, screeners, conveyors, loaders, and other related aggregate and mobile heavy equipment.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Work independently while fostering a team-oriented work environment.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather, night shifts, out-of-town assignments, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Manage conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure the highest efficiency and material consistency.
• Promote a positive work culture and set clear safety and production expectations for the crew.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by setting an example and motivating the team to perform at their best.
• Schedule and manage routine and major repairs for crushers, screeners, loaders, and all other pit-related equipment.
• Maximize the use and effectiveness of tools and equipment, ensuring they remain in compliant working condition.
• Resolve crew conflicts and interpersonal issues while maintaining productivity and morale.
• Project a positive company image through professional conduct and communication with co-workers.
• Utilize excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient crushing operation and work environment.
• Continuously ensure compliance with mining and environmental standards as outlined by applicable governing bodies and company requirements.
• Accurately enter labor, equipment, and production data in a timely manner.
• Follow and enforce all company safety procedures and directives, ensuring adherence at all levels.
• Engage with employees at all levels to proactively identify and resolve risks.
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (preference given to candidates with a Class 3 with air or higher).
• Computer experience is preferred but not essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in gravel crushing operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience operating various heavy equipment (e.g., loader, excavator) is an asset.
• High School diploma preferred, but not mandatory.
  
  

You Will Also Demonstrate

• A positive, proactive attitude toward teamwork and safety.
• Ability to foster development and growth in the workforce and encourage cross-training.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  
  

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.