POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position will primarily be responsible for day-to-day leadership and technical oversight for public works and fleet services. This position plans, schedules and supervises the activities of solid waste collection, roads, signage, and fleet maintenance. The work performed includes preparing and managing budgets, coordinating contractors, and maintaining service levels, asset reliability, and public satisfaction across all seasons.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES Public Works and Transportation Develop, maintain, and schedule work programs to ensure year-round traffic flow including but not limited to road, sidewalk, curb, gutter, and hard boulevard surface maintenance

Maintain all roads and lanes including snow removal, winter sanding, street sweeping, signage, signals, grading gravel surfaces, and back lanes

Oversee storm water management including storm pipe, hatch, and culvert maintenance

Plan and supervise road maintenance programs including grading, patching, crack sealing, dust control, and gravel road upkeep

Oversee drainage, culverts, storm water infrastructure, signage, and traffic controls

Coordinate seasonal work including street sweeping, snow and ice control, and sanding

Oversee and coordinate the residential and commercial solid waste and recycling collection program, and liaise with regional landfill authority partners for waste and collection disposal services

Develop seasonal work plans and allocate labour and equipment resources

Inspect worksites, track work orders, and monitor levels of service

Respond to resident service requests

Coordinate and supervise contractors as needed to support departmental operations

Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repairs of utility systems Shop and Office Support Functions

Oversee municipal fleet and heavy equipment lifecycle planning including procurement, specifications, and replacement

Manage preventive maintenance schedules, fuel management, parts inventory, and shop safety

Maintain Town-owned facilities including the garage, yard, and cold storage People, Safety, and Budget

Support employee development, training, certification progression, and performance management in collaboration with Human Resources

Supervise, plan, direct, and schedule the activities of public works and fleet maintenance





Encourage teamwork and reward outstanding contributions for individual and group efforts

Administer and coordinate training and safety programs and monitor workforce requirements

Identify recruitment requirements and participate in the recruitment process and interviews

Communicate organization and Department directives, goals, standards, policies, and procedures

Lead Occupational Health and Safety practices including hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and incident investigations

Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets, and contribute to multi-year infrastructure and fleet replacement planning

Prepare tenders, requests for proposals, requests for quotations, and council reports

Manage, operational and capital projects, utilizing contractor and staff effectively for Public Works, and Fleet Service Areas

Identify Capital Infrastructure Replacement needs, and provide input and assistance to the operations manager in developing and maintaining the long-term capital infrastructure replacement plan

Responsible to work within the operating budget and report anomalies to the Operations Manager Miscellaneous

Participate in applicable committees

Provide advice and assistance to the Development & Infrastructure Engineer and Operations Manager

Undertake other duties as assigned

May be assigned a role within the Emergency Coordination Centre (ECC) for Disaster Services QUALIFICATIONS

Post-Secondary Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline is preferred

Completion of or working towards Certified Technician Designation from the Association of Science and Engineering Technology of Alberta (ASET)

Completion of or workings towards a Public Works Supervisor Level III Certificate A combination of education and/or experience related to this position may be considered

Minimum 5 years of technical and supervisory work experience in road construction,



maintenance, and equipment/fleet services in a municipal work environment

Minimum 3 years of supervisory work experience in a unionized work environment

Advanced with computers and systems, GIS, Microsoft Office Suite, and planning software

Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&S;), Regulations, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS), Confined Space Entry Safety Procedures, Alberta Transportation Traffic Laws, and other applicable legislative requirements to perform work in accordance with all aspects of health and safety

Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate

Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check A Class 5 Driver’s License, Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement is preferred, and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract SKILLS & ABILITIES

Able to support, coach, and develop staff in a fully participative workplace to positively engage and motivate staff to ensure maximum productivity in a “safety first” environment

Effective interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, peers, the public, and Council under all types of conditions offering a positive and generally supportive and collaborative approach

Able to work co-operatively, support, and coach co-workers in a positive team environment while sharing work expertise and knowledge

Strong management skills to de-escalate situations with upset customers

Continually update knowledge in all aspects of the position to provide exceptional service compliant with legislation

Use good judgement under pressure when making decisions with changing priorities A constant awareness of who the customer is, both internal and external, with a recognition of the customer’s needs while providing exceptional service

Robust time management and organizational skills to prioritize responsibilities

Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism delivered with integrity For more information, please visit SUBMIT APPLICATIONS (COVER LETTER & RESUME) STATING COMPETITION NUMBER TO:

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📌 Operations Supervisor (Hinton)
🏢 Town of Hinton
📍 Hinton