FWS Group of Companies is a fully integrated design, engineering, construction, and maintenance services firm.  We are advocates of the design-build approach to project development. Whether our clients are looking at greenfield construction or retrofitting an existing facility, we have the in-house expertise to take their project from vision to reality.

To add to this expertise, we are recruiting for a Rigging Supervisor in Canada, to join our collaborative and team focused organization.

We have a lot to offer you – RRSPs, benefits, professional training, just to name a few.  Find out more about our benefits: FWS Benefits and Support.

As our Rigging Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing support to the Manager and Managing Director, Confidence Crane, the Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day craning operations on the jobsites, as well as assist the CCL Manager in BD planning.

Position Overview:

• Ensure safety and quality standards for hoisting and rigging.
• Plan and supervise hoisting tasks on-site as Lift Supervisor.
• Monitor crews for performance and adherence to expectations.
• Read and interpret crane manufacturer guidelines and load charts.
• Train junior workers on trade skills.
• Support Manager with job hazard assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Complete Operator Competency Reports and Site Observations.
• Assist in scaling and sizing jobs, reviewing customer work methods, and responding to technical inquiries.
• Perform other tasks as assigned when cranes are idle.
• Coordinate with other FWS units for crane resource optimization.
• Assist in developing project craning strategies and constructability methodologies.
• Motivate team toward shared objectives and implement crew incentives.
• Arrange crane moves, operate cranes as needed, and manage crane load lists.
• Diagnose crane issues, arrange technician support, and provide weekly reports.
• Promote CCL services to external clients.

Qualifications Needed:

• Professional, pleasant demeanor with strong multitasking abilities.
• Red Seal Endorsement for mobile crane operation required.
• Valid 1A or equivalent driver’s license.
• Strong problem-solving skills and logical reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Able to work a 21/7 rotation as needed.
• Knowledge of maintenance and minor repairs.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team.

Other Information

• Full-time, salary position with paid overtime.
• Frequent travel to remote job sites; primarily field-based (90%).
• Combination of field work, site visits, and some office work.

Want to know more?  Apply through our career board.  First time applicants will need to complete a profile.  Or send your resume to careers@fwsgroup.com

About FWS

We’ve been receiving Best Managed company accolades for years and there’s a reason.  Our leadership team, our employees – we ensure collaboration, teamwork, and excellence in everything we do.  We’re honest, safe, entrepreneurial, creative and empower our employees.  We have a wide range of expertise and skillsets that service multiple markets.

For more information on FWS visit our website: https://fwsgroup.com/

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