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Dakwakada

Investment vehicle for First Nations assets

Yard Supervisor

Contract
No salary listed
Senior
Whitehorse, YT, Canada
In Person
Canada Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience in construction yard operations, material handling, logistics, or shop supervision.
  • Experience with inventory management systems and an enterprise resource planning system.
  • Mandatory use of the company enterprise resource planning system, Vista; training will be provided.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in written and verbal English and the ability to communicate clearly with field and office staff.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and accountability.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
  • Computer skills for inventory tracking and documentation.
  • A Class 5 driver's license.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise and direct daily yard operations in line with company procedures and operational needs.
  • Provide leadership and support to yard personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and organized work practices.
  • Maintain accountability for yard cleanliness, organization, and overall functionality.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between yard operations and field staff.
  • Oversee all incoming and outgoing shipments for the yard and active projects.
  • Verify Bills of Lading against purchase orders and packing slips for accuracy.
  • Work with Project Managers and Superintendents to confirm materials received match project requirements.
  • Identify and report discrepancies immediately and coordinate corrective action.
  • Ensure materials are properly labeled, staged, and stored in designated areas.
  • Oversee ordering, tracking, and management of company-owned water and sewer inventory stock.
  • Maintain appropriate stock levels to support operational flexibility and emergency needs.
  • Ensure materials pulled from yard inventory for a project are properly coded and charged to the correct project.
  • Adjust inventory quantities in the system at the time of issue and maintain accurate records.
  • Monitor stock levels and initiate replacement orders when inventory falls below acceptable thresholds.
  • Conduct routine physical counts and reconcile discrepancies to maintain system accuracy.
  • Organize equipment, trucks, trailers, materials, and staff parking within the yard.
  • Maintain clear staging areas for project mobilization and demobilization.
  • Ensure safe traffic flow and proper storage practices at all times.
  • Coordinate movement of equipment and materials to support field operations.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for field staff requiring specialty tools, small packers, and yard materials.
  • Track distribution and return of tools and specialty equipment.
  • Ensure tools and equipment are stored properly and ready for deployment.
  • Coordinate with the Shop regarding repairs, maintenance, and replacements as required.
  • Maintain building exterior and yard conditions, including snow removal at doorways and high-traffic areas.
  • Ensure gates, access points, and yard infrastructure remain operational.
  • Identify and report maintenance issues affecting safety or operations.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and professional yard environment.
  • Maintain accurate records within the company inventory system and Vista enterprise resource planning platform.
  • Enter, track, and manage inventory transactions, material coding, and adjustments in Vista.
  • Ensure all materials issued to projects are properly coded within the enterprise resource planning system.
  • Provide regular updates to management regarding inventory levels, yard issues, and operational needs.

About the company

Dakwakada Capital Investments is a privately held investment firm in Whitehorse that acts as an independent, northern-focused vehicle for the Champagne and Aishihik Trust. It directs capital to Yukon-grown sectors—especially construction, manufacturing, energy, and property—holding stakes in companies such as Castle Rock Enterprises, Kilrich Industries, Icefield Tools, and the RAB Energy Group/Northerm. It pools capital for its sole shareholder, acquiring stakes in operating businesses and managing a diversified Yukon portfolio. Its goal is to grow and manage assets for the Champagne and Aishihk Trust, expanding value in Yukon-based businesses while preserving long-term asset control for the Trust; its sole-shareholder structure and regional focus align investments with First Nations asset management.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Whitehorse, Canada

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • CanNor funded Northerm's commercial aluminum expansion on February 19, 2026.
  • Castle Rock won Whitehorse housing work, including the Ryder Apartments replacement, in 2026.
  • Dakwakada's 2026 website shows holdings across Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta, and Alaska.

What critics are saying

  • Castle Rock's Haines Junction soil-treatment facility faces resident opposition and YESAB scrutiny.
  • Dakwakada depends heavily on construction and manufacturing; project delays hit cash flow quickly.
  • A failed environmental review stalls Castle Rock work and cuts Trust distributions.

What makes Dakwakada unique

  • CAFN-owned capital gives Dakwakada patient, place-based control over Yukon businesses.
  • It combines construction, manufacturing, real estate, and Panache Ventures exposure.
  • Majority ownership of RAB Energy/Northerm creates integrated northern building-products scale.

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