About the Company

Waiward Construction Management Inc. is an Alberta-owned and operated civil construction company with over 50 years of specialized experience in the earthworks service industry, primarily supporting industrial and oil and gas projects. Through our strong project portfolio and proven expertise, we have established ourselves as a trusted leader in delivering essential construction, maintenance, and reclamation services throughout Alberta.

Our success is driven by a highly skilled and dedicated team that works closely with clients to deliver efficient project management and high-quality construction services. With extensive knowledge of the construction industry and regional market, we are able to tailor our solutions to meet the unique needs of each project while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.

As we continue to grow, Waiward Construction Management Inc. remains committed to expanding our operations and supporting projects across Alberta and Western Canada.

About the Position

Location: Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta - Live Gas Plant

Shift: Night Shift, 12-hour shifts, Up to a 24 days on/4 days off rotation

Project: Industrial Turnaround/Civil Earthworks

Waiward is seeking experienced Skid Steer & Telehandler Operators to join our civil earthworks team for an upcoming industrial turnaround at a live gas plant in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

This is a safety-sensitive position working around active industrial operations, heavy equipment, personnel, and existing plant infrastructure. Candidates must have strong operating experience, a professional attitude, and a safety-first mindset.

We are looking for operators who are experienced, reliable, safety-focused,



and productive. The successful candidate will take pride in operating equipment safely and efficiently while working as part of a skilled civil earthworks crew in a demanding industrial environment.

If you are an experienced Skid Steer & Telehandler Operator looking for turnaround work in Fort Saskatchewan, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

- Safely operate skid steers and telehandlers in an industrial civil earthworks/ Turnaround environment.
- Perform material handling, loading, backfilling, grading, and general civil earthworks duties.
- Safely maneuver equipment around personnel, structures, underground services, and operating plant facilities.
- Complete daily equipment inspections and report deficiencies immediately.
- Follow site procedures, safe work practices, traffic plans, and supervisor direction.
- Maintain clear communication with ground crews, equipment operators, supervisors, and other trades.
- Work safely during night-shift operations and changing site conditions.
- Assist the civil crew with general labour duties when required.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, FLHAs/JHAs, and other site safety requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements
- Valid Telehandler/Zoom Boom Operator ticket – REQUIRED.




- Proven experience operating skid steer and telehandler equipment.
- Industrial, civil earthworks, oil & gas, or turnaround experience is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of equipment safety and operating procedures.
- Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and in a live gas plant environment.
- Comfortable working 12-hour night shifts.
- Ability to work a turnaround schedule of up to 24 days on / 4 days off.
- Must be physically capable of performing general civil labour duties when required.
- Reliable transportation to and from site.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and committed to following site safety requirements.

Safety Is Our Priority Safety is a condition of employment.

Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices, including:

- Completing proper pre-use equipment inspections.
- Following site-specific procedures and hazard controls.
- Maintaining awareness of changing site conditions.
- Operating equipment within its limitations.
- Using proper spotters and communication when required.
- Immediately reporting hazards, equipment deficiencies, and unsafe conditions.
- Never compromising safety for production.

Thank you for your interest in Waiward Construction Management Inc. We look forward to reviewing your application, however only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.

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