Description:
As Warehouse & Fabrication Operations Lead, you will be the operational backbone behind Bretoba's active construction projects. You'll oversee the warehouse, prefab shop, welding team, mechanics bay, and yard; manage materials from receiving through to site delivery; coordinate across functions; and lead a small, cross-functional team.
This role is ideal for a technically grounded operations leader who thrives in a hands-on environment, takes pride in building systems, and finds satisfaction in keeping things organized, moving, and built right. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Ingonish, NS area.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations across the warehouse, fabrication shop, welding area, mechanics bay, and yard.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient facility at all times.
- Oversee internal fuel station tracking and allocation to projects.
- Receive and verify all incoming project materials and manage organized storage.
- Track materials from arrival through to delivery and site use.
- Coordinate material deliveries to job sites based on the site supervisor’s needs.
- Maintain accurate inventory records using Airtable and evolving systems.
- Identify gaps and implement practical improvements to inventory tracking and material flow.
- Oversee prefab production, including mini homes and project components.
- Coordinate workflow between prefab, welding, and mechanic teams.
- Ensure quality, readiness, and timely delivery of all prefabricated components.
- Lead and support a cross-functional team across mechanics, welding, prefab, and yard operations.
- Provide hands-on guidance, mentorship, and clear expectations across all areas.
- Contribute to building practical systems that support scalable, structured operations as the company grows.
Qualifications & Experience
- Strong technical background in construction, fabrication, or a related field.
- Proven ability to lead teams in a hands-on, fast-moving environment.
- Experience in a warehouse, shop, yard, or similar operational setting.
- High level of organization and personal accountability.
- Strong problem-solving skills in evolving, multi-priority environments.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Experience in prefab construction, welding, or mechanical operations is considered an asset.
- Inventory or logistics coordination experience is considered an asset.
- Experience building or improving operational systems is considered an asset.
What They Offer
- Full-time, permanent, year-round position.
- 50 -- 55 hours per week.
- Initial housing support provided.
- Wellness program (after probationary period).
- Deferred profit-sharing plan (DPSP) after 6 months.
- The opportunity to grow within a close-knit, values-driven team doing meaningful work in one of Nova Scotia's most stunning regions.