Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
Contractors and supervisors in machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations supervise and coordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors (72.100), Tool and die makers (72.101), Sheet metal workers (72.102), Boilermakers (72.103), Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters (72.104), Ironworkers (72.105), Welders and related machine operators (72.106) and Machining tool operators (94.106).
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
NB, PE, NS
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who shape, form and join metal parts or products to specified dimensions, machine metal into parts, products, tools and dies or moulds with precise measurements and erect light and heavy metal products and structures
- Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
- Requisition materials and supplies
- Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
- Train or arrange for training of workers
- Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
- Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed
- Prepare production and other reports
- Set up machines and equipment and write programs for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
- May manage the operations of their own companies
- May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, machine operators, helpers and labourers.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of secondary school is usually required.
- checkSeveral years of experience as a qualified machinist or tool and die maker are required.
- checkJourneyman/woman trade certification in machining, tool and die making or in another related metalworking trade is required.
Market Outlook by Province
New Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in New Brunswick: Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 41%Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 14%Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 5% 63% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 37% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.16% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 94% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 6% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 19% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 32% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
Prince Edward Island
The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 56%Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 32%Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 323-324, 326-327, 331, 334-335, 337, 339): 12% The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: n/a apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 38% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 25% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
Nova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (NOC 72010) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations in Nova Scotia: Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 38%Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 17%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 12%Ship and Boat Building (NAICS 3366): 10%Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 5% 71% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.19% of contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 94% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 6% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 12% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 44% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
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TEER 2 occupations require college education or apprenticeship training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
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Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
to keep a close watch on the large variety of machines involved in metalworking processes to ensure they are functioning correctly, identifying any issues or deviations from specifications
Time Management
to allocate resources, schedule tasks, coordinate workflow and ensure projects progress according to timelines
Perceptual Speed
to quickly and accurately recognize deviations from desired specifications in metal parts or structures while overseeing the production and building processes
Selective Attention
to focus on specific tasks or details amidst a potentially distracting environment filled with noise, movement and the simultaneous activities of multiple steel or metal workers
Attention to Detail
to ensure every part or structure is crafted or erected according to exact specifications, where small errors can lead to significant problems
Knowledge in Building and Construction
to understand structural requirements, metalworking, industry standards and safety protocols
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