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Job Title: Event and Labour Supervisor

Job Requisition ID: JR86758

Ministry: Infrastructure

Location: Edmonton AB

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Classification: Maintenance Service Worker

Salary: $2,157.34 to $2,643.56 bi-weekly ($56,306 - $68,996/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development.

The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.

For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit: http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca

Reporting to the Facilities Coordinator, this position will assist with the daily operations required to maintain various labour, trades and contracted activities at Government Centre. This position will be responsible for assigning and monitoring the work of in-house employees, wage staff, and summer students. This position will administer, coordinate and monitor contract specifications and various activities of contractors providing services to the site. Through positive and effective communication, the incumbent will also assist and provide various services for special events, while ensuring staff, clients and visitors are provided an attractive, clean and safe environment.

The primary responsibilities for the Event and Labour Supervisor include, but are not limited to:

Directing, supervising and communicating with full time, wage, agency and summer student staff regarding daily and weekly activities.



Activities include waste removal, fire and life safety checks, site signage and general building and site maintenance

Using administration skills to verify invoices, get quotes, purchase materials, oversee equipment maintenance logs, and administer short form contracts and other related documents

Ensuring all OH&S; regulations and policies are being adhered to by staff and provide guidance to ensure staff safe work practices

Assisting with vehicle and equipment maintenance requirements and various grounds maintenance issues

Coordinating tasks involved with annual festive displays, including but not limited to set-up of festive lighting and maintenance of the ice-skating rink

The successful candidate will have:

Good supervisory, organizational, communication, analytical, planning and writing skills

Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite

Good understanding and knowledge of the applicable OH&S; regulations and policies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Systems Thinking – Observes and understands larger impact of role: This role demonstrates systems thinking by recognizing how decisions around staffing, contractor coordination, and event logistics impact broader site operations, safety, and public experience.

Creative Problem Solving – Is open to new ideas and breaks problems down to identify solutions: This role applies creative problem solving by breaking down complex maintenance and event challenges into manageable tasks, questioning standard approaches, and adapting processes to improve efficiency.

Agility – Understands need for change and manages own emotions: This role shows agility by adapting to shifting priorities across multiple sites, using experience and judgment to manage ambiguity.

Drive for Results – Actively sets goals and remains open to advice on reaching them:



This role demonstrates a drive for results by setting clear priorities, identifying areas for operational improvement, and seeking guidance when needed.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Required:

Some High School education

PLUS Two (2) years of related experience

Equivalency:

Related experience or education (e.g. related diploma) may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis.

Assets:

Proficient with powered mobile and non-mobile equipment such as: UTVs (both with and without hydraulic attachments), tool cat, electric pallet jack, power sweeper, backpack blower, skid steer, and aerial work platform

Broad landscape, hardscape, trade and building maintenance knowledge gained through years of experience

WHMIS training and First Aid training

Notes
This position is a Permanent, full time role with the standard weekly work hours of 40, Monday to Friday (6:30am – 3:00 pm).

Location: Edmonton AB

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

Working for the Alberta Public Service .

Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)

Alberta Public Service Benefit Information .

Professional learning and development .

Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool .

Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Kemi Adebola at [email protected].

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📌 Event and Labour Supervisor (Alberta)
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