14 Oct
Ontario Transit Group
Toronto
Job Description
SCOPE OF WORK
Description: Lifting Supervisor oversees lifting activities on site, preparing the works for lifting activities (like tower cranes, mobile cranes, boom trucks, forklifts, gantry cranes etc.) and providing a permanent presence. The Lifting Supervisor is in charge of the lifting team and supervises all lifting activities on site by permanently assessing and guiding the rigging team.
Health & Safety: Ensures all equipment and material are in good condition and fit to operate at any time, and all safety devices are always functional, calibrated and certification is up to date. The Lifting Supervisor ensures all personnel are following the best practices in terms of rigging techniques,
maintaining a high standard of safety at all times. Responsible for verifying all documentation is available and approved during lifting activities to support production teams across all sites. Ensure all equipment and lifting devices/apparatus are always in compliance with Canadian Standards in Ontario.
Operations:
1. Anticipate and prepare work, equipment, materials, schedule tasks, and dispatch teams according to site planning and priorities.
2. Set and implement procedures to ensure good comprehension of works by the lifting and logistic teams.
3. Set and implement pre-start talks and equipment checklists for each type of equipment.
4. Ensure the operators/drivers perform their pre-shift equipment verifications.
5. Ensure all lifting devices are always in good condition and check prior to each shift.
6. Ensure all documentation is available before lifting activities (permits, certifications, etc.).
7. Organize & coordinate all lifting activities on all sites and the daily operation of lifting teams.
8.
Closely monitor the erection of big equipment on site, such as tower cranes, crawler cranes, and overhead cranes.
9. Review all lifting plans and ensure they are strictly followed on site.
10. Participate in tracking and logging of all Ontario Transit Group lifting devices.
11. Ensure the smooth operation of lifting and logistic teams, which means proper planning of operators' leave, shifts, backup in case of sickness, etc.
12. Coordinate activities with site Engineers.
13. Perform daily rounds on site to monitor the lifting team and improve their skills.
14. Tasks and scope may vary during site duration.
Reporting:
Ensure daily pre-starts are performed on site and recorded in the server. Obtain daily reports from site team, staff,
and workers regarding presence, hours worked, and tasks performed each day. Collect hourly meters/km of all equipment on site each day (Mobile Cranes, heavy equipment, etc.), and send info to the Plant Engineer. Ensure lifting devices and lifting equipment are checked daily and reported back to the Lifting Manager.
Qualifications
1. 10+ years of experience in the Lifting Department with a Construction Company.
2. Excellent knowledge of Lifting standards.
3. Appointed Person Certificate (Still Valid).
4. Proficiency in Plant & Logistics Engineering and supervision skills.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Office.
Additional Information
We Offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Disability Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Extended medical insurance (Optional)
- RRSP matching
- Discretionary Bonus
Why OTG?
Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities. At OTG, we embrace diversity,
recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company.
We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for people with disabilities. If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now!
While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.
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▶️ Lifting Supervisor
🖊️ Ontario Transit Group
📍 Toronto