Foreman

Even great teams need a break! DAVIE is taking a summer vacation. We will be unavailable from July 17, 2026 to August 3, 2026.

See you in August!

Have a great summer!

As a foreman, you will oversee on-site production activities, ensuring planning, effective execution of daily operations, work quality, and team management. You will develop and communicate action plans, track tasks, propose solutions to operational obstacles, and actively participate in production meetings. You will also be responsible for probationary end evaluations, employee skill development, compliance with safety standards (SST), and disciplinary management in collaboration with human resources and management. Your role will be crucial in achieving performance goals and continuous process improvement.

Compensation

• From $90,000 to $95,000 per year
• Evening premium (+$2.00/h) and weekend premium (+$2.50/h)
• Overtime paid at double rate

Working Hours

• Day shift: 4 days a week x 10 hours
• Evening shift: 4 days a week x 10 hours
• Weekend shift: 3 days a week x 12 hours

*You must be available for all shifts. While we consider your scheduling preferences (day, evening, weekend) when creating schedules, these cannot be guaranteed.*

Benefits

• Full insurance coverage: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account
• Company events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine
• Paid time off (2 mobile days + 2 days for family obligations)
• Paid holidays (when the site is closed)
• Retirement plan
• Positive and supportive work environment
• Free on-site parking

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a specialized trade (industrial mechanics, electricity, welding-assembly, etc.);
• Five (5) years or more of experience in managing unionized personnel;
• MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• Upon request, successful completion of the investigation process and obtaining the required safety certification under the Federal Contract Security Program.

About Us

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada's largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized and essential ships for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means living the vastness on a daily basis and being part of an adventure where every project results in a monumental work. It's about facing challenges with determination, creativity, and passion.

Being part of Davie provides a deep sense of pride. It's not just about leading large-scale projects, but also about pushing the limits and innovating to achieve something greater than oneself.

At Davie, we dare to be grand!