Foreman/Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM)

North End Connectors, an Aecon-led consortium comprised of Aecon, FCC Construcción, and Ghella, is delivering the Yonge North Subway Extension Advance Tunnel project for Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx. YNSE Labour Co, the labour arm, are looking for Four (4) Foreman/Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) to join our team immediately in support of the Yonge North Subway Extension Advance Tunnel project.

In this role, the Foreman/Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) will be required to work from (1) the project office, located at 5650 Yonge Street, 18th floor, Toronto ON  M2M 4G3; (2) the site office, located at 17 Ruggles Avenue, Thornhill ON L3T 3S4; and (3) at various tunnel construction sites. The language of work for the position is English.

The Foreman/Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) role will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of underground tunneling activities, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering specifications, project requirements, and regulatory standards. Specifically, the main responsibilities of the position include:

• Overseeing the work of staff responsible for the operation of Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) and related equipment, identifying issues and coordinating maintenance or repairs as needed
• Supervising and coordinating tunnel crew in their activities, assigning daily tasks based on operational priorities, crew capabilities, and project requirements
• Planning and organizing work schedules, ensuring resources, equipment, and materials are available to maintain continuous tunneling operations
• Providing clear direction and monitoring work performance, productivity, and adherence to procedures and quality standards
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, and other supervisors to coordinate activities and address operational challenges
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices, conduct site inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including hazard identification and mitigation
• Maintaining daily work logs, track crew hours and progress, and providing regular updates on work status and site conditions
• Supporting training and development of crew members and assisting in resolving workplace issues or concerns
• Responding to operational disruptions and emergency situations, ensuring appropriate actions are taken to maintain safety and minimize delays

You must have the following qualifications:

• Experience in tunneling, underground construction, or heavy civil works
• Knowledge of tunnel excavation methods (TBM, drill‑and‑blast, SEM/NATM, microtunneling, etc.) depending on project;
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, geological reports, and technical specifications;

• Familiarity with Tunnel Boring Machine construction machinery such as Conveyor belts and Multi Service Vehicle (MSV’s.), etc.;
• Ability to work in underground, confined, hot/cold, humid, and noisy conditions;

• Availability to work shifts,  and rotations and weekends
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations for Construction Projects; and Regulations for Industrial Establishments

This is a full-time unionized position of 40 hours/week for the duration of the project, which is expected to be completed in 2035. Weekly working hours may vary based on project needs. Overtime is available. The individiuals will receive a wage according to the Collective Agreement (Local 183’s Wage Article 4 – Tunnel Work, Group 5), which is $57.09/hour, plus vacation pay of $5.71/hr, plus $19.55/hr for contributions to benefits and funds, for a total wage package of $82.35/hour. Overtime pay will be provided as detailed in the collective agreement.

The benefits for this position are: dental, medical and similar benefits; long-term care benefits; welfare; retiree benefits; and pension. Other benefits might apply. For more information when applying to the position, please request a copy of the “Collective Agreement between The Heavy Construction Association of Toronto and Labourers’ International Union of North America Local 183”

Other additional benefits: relocation package which may include flights to Canada along with yearly flights to your country of residence.

Applications can be emailed to careers@neconnectors.ca using the subject line of the application reference number “Local 183 WD-TF”. Please provide your resume and cover letter upon submission of the application.

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