Supervisor / General Forman for Woodworking

2 weeks ago

Singapore DREAMWORKS CARPENTRY Full time
Roles & Responsibilities

A foreman is a skilled supervisor who oversees a team of workers on a job site, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget. As the direct link between field crews and management, a foreman's responsibilities blend hands-on work with important administrative and leadership duties.

Core responsibilities

A foreman's daily tasks are dynamic and can include:

  • Team supervision: Manage and direct a crew of workers or subcontractors, assigning daily tasks and coordinating activities to meet project goals.
  • Project planning: Develop and maintain work schedules, adjust plans due to unexpected issues like weather or material delays, and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Safety enforcement: Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed. This includes conducting safety inspections, providing safety training, and ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Quality control: Regularly inspect the work completed by the crew to ensure it meets project specifications and quality standards.
  • Resource management: Monitor and manage the inventory, delivery, and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools.
  • Reporting and documentation: Maintain daily logs detailing work progress, hours, materials used, and any incidents. These reports are often submitted to project managers or other supervisors.
  • Problem-solving: Address and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise on the job site in a timely and effective manner.
  • Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the work crew, project managers, clients, and suppliers.

Skills and qualifications

A successful foreman possesses a combination of technical knowledge and strong interpersonal skills:

  • Leadership: The ability to motivate, mentor, and lead a team to achieve project goals.
  • Communication: Clear verbal and written skills for providing instructions, reporting progress, and resolving conflicts.
  • Technical expertise: Deep knowledge of their specific trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical) and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
  • Problem-solving: Critical thinking to identify issues, analyze situations, and implement practical solutions.
  • Organization: Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Experience: Several years of hands-on experience in their trade, often starting as an apprentice or crew member.
  • Manufacturing: Supervising teams on factory floors, ensuring production processes are efficient and meet quality control standards.
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