Description

We want to develop our culture of care so that everyone can reach their full potential and create a workplace where everyone feels listened to and respected. We want you to feel included and your comments and ideas to be appreciated.

Summary:  The Indigenous Labour Advisor/Project Inspector performs a dual role; this position ensures meaningful Indigenous participation on the construction site through collaboration with sub-contract employers in supporting full- cycle subcontractor recruitment and outreach, onboarding new sub-contract employees, and providing mentorship and job coaching throughout the project.  This role also performs requires utilizing a high degree of confidentiality, initiative, judgment and independence to achieve the desired outcome. This position inspects and ensures the quality of work performed during the daily activities of construction on a large-scale wind project site. This is a construction site-based position.

 Requirements:   Indigenous Labour Advisor:

•  Collaborates with sub-contract employers to provide a positive candidate experience through the recruitment cycle for all applicants, including:
• • Supporting preparation of and advertising job postings on internal and external job boards, websites, 
  • Initiating outreach activities to Indigenous Labour agencies to attract resources from their labour pool to the Bekevar Wind project.
  • Assisting subcontractors with interview preparation.
• Collaborates with HR Specialists from each of our subcontractors to provide talent acquisition guidance to their teams.
• Builds and maintains partnerships with organizations supporting Indigenous people, including guidance on candidate application and interview preparation.
• Reviews and discusses with subcontract employers regarding employment equity practices as related to recruitment and
• Maintains strong customer focus by acting as the RES support/point of contact for subcontractor new
• Initiates regular check-ins and coaching with all Indigenous staff on site.
• Operates Company assigned vehicle in a safe manner both on and off site.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.

Requirements:   Project Inspector: 

Relationship Management Accountabilities:

• Interfaces with subcontractors. 
• Communicates and reports to Discipline Manager (Civil, Turbine, Electrical.) 

Planning: 

• Participates in Plan of the Day (POD) meetings as necessary.
• Tracks construction progress again critical milestones and construction schedule.

Reporting:

• Completes and submits daily inspections, reports, and paperwork for site activities.
• Reports daily updates, including variances in subcontractor performance to discipline manager.
• Provides information for potential change order items.

QA/QC:

• Assists in tracking deliverables on site.   
• Observes and inspects work performed by civil, turbine/mechanical or electrical subcontractors on site, ensuring compliance per drawings, specifications, and applicable codes in safety and environmental.
• Ensures project work outputs comply with standards and meet contract requirements.
• Inspect all materials and equipment supplied by subcontractor to ensure that it meets the project design and industry standard criteria.
• Reviews, documents, and assists with completion of job books.
• Ensures Safety requirements, Quality and Environmental procedures are followed.

Safety:

• Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Participates in JHA completion and review.
• Completes routine safety inspections, identifying and communicating hazards as necessary.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and handles materials and equipment appropriately.   
• Operates Company vehicle to oversee site operations according to site safety rules.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Supports and attends recruitment and human resources functions such as recruitment fairs, skills inventory, client based open houses, as requested.
• Ensures travel arrangements are made for candidates, as needed.
• Counsels applicants and subcontractors on construction site practices and job opportunities. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Experience working with and leading Indigenous people.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volume work in a fast-paced environment. Experience in mass hiring, project ramp up preferred.
• Self-driven with a strong sense of urgency, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently and manage own schedule.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communication effectively (written, verbal and presentations.)
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment and establish strong collaborative working relationships
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills
• Willingness to work flexible, varying hours, including possible evenings and weekends. 

Qualifications: 

• High school/GED Required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related course work Preferred.
• 3 years or more experience working with and leading Indigenous People, as well as networking experience with external recruitment agencies and various employment related organizations.
• 1 year or more experience in a construction related role.
• 2 years or more Human Resources or recruitment experience.
• Domestic travel 5-15%, Valid Driver’s License Required. 

Anticipated base salary range:  $30.31 - $35.66 

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible. 

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision effective date of hire
• Basic Life and Dependent Life
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• RRSP with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 Paid Holidays
• Tuition and Green Car reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement $680 CAD annually

Contact Jessica, information listed below, if you have any questions prior to applying to this position:
Jessica Nixon
Director of Economic Development
Cowessess First Nation
306-731-7471
[email protected]

Physical requirements and environment: 

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing, Lifting, Stooping, Vibration are required.
Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Gripping, Handling, Pinching, Walking, are required.
Frequently: Standing are required.
Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, is required. 

Rarely exposed to Vibrations in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to Humidity, Wetness, Noise, and Hazards in the working environment.
Frequently exposed to Extreme Heat and Extreme Cold in the working environment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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