Lead Hand, Construction Projects

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $37.60/hr, Max = $43.57/hr
Employment type: Temporary Contract
Duration of employment:1 year
Hours of work: 40 hrs/week
Work location: Restoration Services Centre
Division: Restoration & Infrastructure
Business unit: Construction Services
Travel: 5% - Travel to Various site locations
Hybrid Work: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes

About TRCA:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2025 and a Canada’s Greenest Employer for 2025.

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How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Lead Hand, Construction Projects carries out construction activities on environmental, engineering, construction and forestry, and maintenance projects for assigned sub-project elements.

Major Responsibilities:
• Performs hazard assessments relevant to changes in type of work and site conditions; takes required action to mitigate identified hazards and reports all relevant information for project area
• Coordinates with supervisory staff for staffing and equipment requirements for project area(s)
• Interprets technical drawings and plans, and then use basic surveying or other skills applicable to the program to lay out the site and ensure that deliverables meet the specified levels of accuracy for assigned project area
• Supports management with all onsite emergencies, assessing situations, providing direction to all visitors and staff, documentation and reporting all occurrences
• Participates in and/or leads the daily safety meetings (in absence of site supervisor) including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties

What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Resource/ Environmental/ Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
Experience
• 3+ years experience in a construction or restoration environment
• Experience and training heavy and light equipment operations and small handheld power tools
Knowledge/Skill/Ability – Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and apply forestry, engineering and landscape architectural plans, drawings, details and specifications
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise communication in both non-emergency and emergency situations
• Understanding and application of basic mathematical functions (e.g., adding, subtracting, measuring, money computation)
• Demonstrates responsive to internal and external customer requests and needs
• Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions
• Collaborates with others to focus on objectives and effectively delegates work within a team
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation


What TRCA has to offer you:
As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:
• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work