Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades Contractors and Supervisors
(NOC 7201)
in All Trades and TransportationContractors and supervisors in machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related jobs supervise and coordinate the activities of the following groups of workers: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors, Tool and die makers, Sheet metal workers, Boilermakers, Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters, Ironworkers, Welders and related machine operators and Machining tool operators. They work for structural, platework and related metal products production, manufacturing companies and machine shops. Contractors may be self-employed.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow moderately over the next few years, which will likely provide some additional opportunities for employment. With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Contractors and Supervisors in Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and Related Workers most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 66% of Contractors and Supervisors in Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and Related Workers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $66,533. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
$33,265
Minimum$70,099
Median$123,246
MaximumCompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Hourly Pay
$13.50
Minimum$27.25
Median$35.50
MaximumAnnual Pay
$7,580
Minimum$37,269
Median$79,787
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Contractors and supervisors in machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related jobs supervise and coordinate the activities of the following groups of workers: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors, Tool and die makers, Sheet metal workers, Boilermakers, Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters, Ironworkers, Welders and related machine operators and Machining tool operators. They work for structural, platework and related metal products production, manufacturing companies and machine shops. Contractors may be self-employed.
Job duties
Contractors and supervisors in this group:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers.
- Create ways to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments.
- Request materials and supplies.
- Solve work problems and recommend ways to improve productivity.
- Train or arrange for training of workers.
- Recommend staffing actions like hiring and promotions.
- Make sure standards for safe working conditions are met.
- Prepare production and other reports.
- Set up machines and equipment and write programs for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools.
- May manage their own companies.
- May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, machine operators, helpers and labourers.
- Small businesses' contractors may execute tasks within their trade area of expertise, which is generally not the case for supervisors or contractors associated with a medium or large business.
Sample job titles
- blacksmith foreman/woman
- boilermaker supervisor
- ironworker contractor
- machine ship supervisor
- machinist foreman/woman
- maintenance machine shop foreman/woman
- metal mould and pattenmakers supervisor
- sheet metal workers supervisor
- structural metal fitter supervisor
- tool and die inspectors supervisor
- tool and die makers foreman/woman
- welder supervisor
Skills
You must be able to work well with a variety of people. Leadership and effective spoken and written communication skills are essential. You must also be able to prepare cost estimates, maintain production schedules, supervise staff, and work as part of a team. You should be prepared to keep up with new techniques, equipment, and materials. Physical stamina and good motor skills are necessary.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- Several years of experience as a qualified machinist or tool and die maker.
- Journeyperson trade certification in machining, tool and die making or in another related metalworking trade is required.
Other considerations
Most people in these jobs work full-time but often for only part of each year. Jobs in the construction industry are strongly affected by seasonal changes and general economic conditions. Workers in many of these jobs should be prepared for periods of unemployment. Many work on a project basis and can expect periods of unemployment throughout the year. There is some movement among jobs within a specific trade, however, there is little or no inter-trade movement particularly among supervisors.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Construction
Other services (except public administration)
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
25-34
35-44
65+
15-24
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
Apprenticeship
$77,356 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$65,709 median annual incomeLess than high school
N/AHigh school
N/ABachelor
N/ACompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Apprenticeship
$46,494 median annual incomeHigh school
$31,260 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$42,050 median annual incomeLess than high school
$28,319 median annual incomeBachelor
$30,527 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.The Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
PO Box 220
Halifax, NS B3J 2M4
(866) 679-6722
Various, NS
Various, NS
Boilermaking/boilermaker
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to fabricate and repair steam boiler components. These programs include courses in principles of steam power, material selection, welding, riveting, sealing materials, pressure testing, pipefitting, and applicable codes and standards.
Institutions providing this program
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Ironworking/ironworker
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to make and install structural, ornamental, and reinforcing metal structures and supports. These programs include courses in drafting, technical mathematics, blueprint interpretation, welding, riveting, beam placement, ornamental design, structural reinforcement, crane operation, safety, and applicable codes and standards.
Institutions providing this program
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Machine tool technology/machinist
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to plan, manufacture, assemble, test, and repair parts, mechanisms, machines, and structures in which materials are cast, formed, shaped, moulded, heat treated, cut, twisted, pressed, fused, stamped or worked.
Institutions providing this program
236 Belcher Street
Kentville, NS B4N 0A6
(902) 678-7341
PO Box 820, 39 Acadia Avenue
Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0
(902) 752-2002
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Marine maintenance/fitter and ship repair technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair outboard and inboard engines; test, maintain, and repair steering devices and electrical systems; repair metal, wood, and fibreglass hulls and vessel components; fabricate and maintain sails; and repair and balance propellers and drive shafts.
Institutions providing this program
5685 Leeds Street
Halifax, NS B3K 2T3
(902) 491-6722
226 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2A2
(902) 625-2380
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Metal building assembly/assembler
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to construct industrial, storage, and commercial metal structures using prefabricated framing and siding components. These programs include courses in sheet metal working, ironworking, assembly and fastening techniques, blueprint reading, site preparation, structural design principles, safety, and applicable codes and regulations.
Institutions providing this program
21 Woodlawn Road
Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7
(902) 491-4900
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Sheet metal technology/sheetworking
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to form, shape, bend and fold extruded metals, including the creation of new products, using hand tools and machines such as cornice brakes, forming rolls, and squaring shears.
Institutions providing this program
21 Woodlawn Road
Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7
(902) 491-4900
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Tool and die technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to operate machine tools used in the forming of metal components, as well as the fabrication of special tools, dies, jigs and fixtures used in cutting, working and finishing metal components.
Institutions providing this program
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Welding technology/welder
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. These programs include courses in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction reactions, welding metallurgy, welding processes and heat treating, structural design, safety, and applicable codes and standards.
Institutions providing this program
21 Woodlawn Road
Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7
(902) 491-4900
372 Pleasant Street
Yarmouth, NS B5A 2L2
(902) 742-3501
PO Box 820, 39 Acadia Avenue
Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0
(902) 752-2002
226 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2A2
(902) 625-2380
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Employment requirements & contacts
Regulations
Certificate of Qualification: Certification in a related designated trade is required to work in this job.
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