Position Objective: To direct, promote, and coordinate the operations for Bear Hills Industries Ltd in a forwardthinking manner by creating long term strategies while maintaining daily core values. Duties & Responsibilities: The General Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Internal supervision ● Reporting • Public relations ● Capital Requirements • Marketing ● Maintain Records • Profitability The General Manager will handle stressful situations with respect and maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within Bear Hills Industries. Supervision: Internal Ensure effective internal procedures and management information systems are in place and utilized. Ensure the company has the appropriate systems to provide the means to conduct its activities both lawfully and ethically. Financial Develop a budget and financial goals with the Board of Directors within sixty (60) days of the fiscal year end. Have progress comparisons to the budget for each Board meeting. Ensure that possible expenditures within the company are aligned with the authorized projected annual budget. Maintenance Ensure facilities are current with safety standards, including SECOR/COR and Safety Fitness certificates. Oversee all facility and equipment maintenance. Employees Ensure job sites are appropriately staffed and organize staff to optimize their productivity for the benefit of both their wellbeing and the profitability of the company. Develop detailed job descriptions with aligning pay scales. Develop and conduct performance reviews annually with all employees. Plan for and provide opportunities for employee advancement and development. Supervise all ongoing employee training. Public Relations: Bear Hills Industries is a Samson Cree Nation owned company. This means you will not only be representing Bear Hills Industries, but also Samson Cree Nation. Developing and maintaining a positive company image is top priority. Create and maintain respectful working relationships with third party vendors, and public stakeholders. Communicate effectively and professionally with employees, governing authorities, Government bodies, and the public. Ensure that the company maintains a respected professional standard of all corporate relationships and social responsibility wherever it does business. Marketing: Prepare and review marketing plans with appropriate members. Plan marketing & advertising activities and provide the outcome results to the Board. Stay current with regional job fairs, open houses, and other possible in-person advertising/promotion opportunities. Profitability: Willing to continue with ongoing research for grants and Nation partnerships, to benefit all parties. Ensure the equipment resources for work is profitable; and continuing to research more costeffective methods of purchasing/leasing equipment. Establish realistic profit expectations. Ensure staff members are utilizing their individual skills to maximize job site productivity. Reporting: Have records and statistics prepared for each Board meeting. Present both long- and short-term financial goals. Assist the Board in developing policies and provide all facts needed for the Board’s decisionmaking. Arrange for the Board to review both comparative and current statistics. Capital Requirements: Capital requirements involves determining Bear Hills Industries’ fixed asset needs and proposing a fixed asset budget to the Board. Be able to assess potential principal risks of the company and ensuring that these risks are being monitored and managed appropriately. Records: Maintain a secure location for sensitive data, such as employee information and contracts. Keep current and detailed records for, but not limited to, the following: • Facility & vehicle maintenance reports. • Incident investigations. • Safety statistics in order to submit reports with short notice. • Safety Communications, i.e.: inspections, safety meeting, etc. Other Duties: The Board will assign the General Manager other duties as deemed necessary. Qualifications: • Previous constructions and transportation operations management experience (5+ years). • Management experience in a senior management role (5+ years). • Knowledge of WCB, OH&S and Alberta Transportation regulations. • Knowledge of budgeting and financial statements. • Strong analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills, with creativity and innovation. • Superior oral and written communication skills. • Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and foster internal and external business relationship. • Experience with Oilfield and Construction negotiations. • Operator experience would be considered an asset. • High school diploma or equivalent. Application Requirements: • Submit Resume and Criminal Records Check with application. • Submit any certificates related to the job. • Submit a copy of valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CLOSING DATE: April 7th, 2023 at 4:00pm Applications can be mailed or e-mailed to the following: Bear Hills Industries *Any applications dropped off in-person P.O. Box 1710 must be delivered in a sealed envelope. Maskwacis, AB T0C 1N0 Phone: 780-585-2002 Email: Dorothy@bearhillsindltd.com
