Drainage Engineer

Job Description:Job information Drainage Engineer from the Company City of Greater Sudbury, this latest Drainage Engineer job vacancy is located in the city City of Greater Sudbury located in the country Canada . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate Bachelor Degree . Job Vacancies in this Engineering field have been opened and published up to the specified time.Job Responsibility:Job Description

Section: Drainage Division: Infrastructure Capital Planning Department: Growth and Infrastructure Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher

Job Status: Permanent Position Affiliation: Non Union Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly Shift Work Required: n/a Range of Pay: Group 15* - $4,940.60 to $5,814.20 bi-weekly

The start date will follow the selection process.

This position is eligible to work remotely on a part-time basis.

Main Function: This position is responsible to the Director of Infrastructure Capital Planning to study, plan, design, and construct drainage facilities; to prepare erosion planning schedules and to monitor maintenance management programs for storm sewer and storm water management facilities; to administrate CGS's drainage program; and to prepare and administer the capital budget for drainage infrastructure in support of quality customer service outcomes and the Business Plan for the Division.

Characteristic Duties: Under the general direction of the Director of Infrastructure Capital Planning.

1. Responsible for assisting the Director of Infrastructure Capital Planning in preparation and execution of the Business Plan covering all mandated services within the Drainage Section. 2. Responsible for the preparation and overseeing of tenders/quotations and reports for drainage projects including design, specifications, preparing cost estimates, tender review, project management and commissioning with respect to drainage. 3. Liaise regularly with other Division personnel within the Department to establish upgrading and capital priorities and provide technical and maintenance support. 4. Monitor, evaluate and recommend use of emerging practices and technologies and other improvements which support the Infrastructure Capital Planning Division. 5. Retain, oversee and direct consultants in the development, design and construction of drainage projects. 6. Maintain a working relationship, liaise and negotiate with various CGS and outside agencies, authorities and regulatory bodies to ensure accurate and current information flow for drainage projects including necessary approvals and agreements. 7. Act as CGS's representative at court hearings and liaise with Legal Services, Risk Management, CGS Insurance Adjusters and Legal Representatives on matters relating to claims associated with CGS drainage. 8. Authorize all drainage projects progress payments in compliance with CGS policy. 9. Participate in hiring committees, represent the Employer in disciplinary matters, manage Division staff, provide technical support and training. 10. Manage the implementation of new CGS drains under the Ontario Drainage Act, the application for grants and the continued maintenance of existing CGS drains, including CGS drain assessments. Co-ordinate the billing of CGS's drain assessments to private land owners for new and existing drains with the Finance Division. 11. Investigate public drainage enquiries. 12. Maintain CGS records for precipitation for hydrology analysis. 13. Attend meetings as required (Council, Committees, etc.). 14. Ensure maintenance and updating of programs for infrastructure improvements for roads. 15. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein. 16. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• University degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline from a recognized University with Canadian accreditation.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario (APEO).
• Additional education initiatives to update and expand competencies.

• Minimum of five (5) years of directly related and responsible engineering experience and training including at least three (3) years demonstrated ability in dealing with corporate functions such as: Public Works, Administrative, Technical, Financial, Information Systems, Legal and Human Resources.

• Knowledge and understanding of technical computer systems.
• Applicable legislation and related regulations including understanding of drainage law, Ontario Drainage Act/Municipal Drain Process.
• Current and emerging management issues within CGS as they affect Infrastructure and Emergency Services.
• Best practices within areas of responsibility.
• Horizontal linkages to other relevant governmental levels and services as well as the private sector.

• Understand and meet the needs of customers.
• Balance conflicting demands from stakeholders.
• Create processes, monitoring mechanisms, and systems to assist in achieving CGS's targets.
• Create an environment of continuous improvement and learning.
• Respond quickly to emerging opportunities or risks.
• Advocate, promote, and implement best practices.
• Prepare budgets.

• Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions.

• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal skills highly desirable; written skills an asset.

• May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.

Leadership Competencies:

Tactical Coordination and Direction (I)

Competency

Competency Definition

Level

Level Definition

Shaping the Future

Innovation

Take a creative approach to problems or issues, “think outside the box”, go beyond the conventional, and explore creative uses of resources.

3

Proposes innovative ideas

Judgment and Decision Making

Make sound decisions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity and risk.

2

Assimilates and interprets data to make competing decisions

Delivering Business Results

Collaboration

Work and communicate collaboratively within City of Greater Sudbury to create alignment within and across teams and groups.

3

Collaborates beyond one's area

Customer/Citizen Focus

The desire to work closely with internal and external customers to meet and exceed their expectations.

2

Addresses underlying customer/stakeholder needs

Planning, Coordination & Execution

Plan and coordinate work to achieve desired results on a consistent basis.

3

Coordinates activities involving others within one's team

Aligning People & Teams

Holding Self & Others Accountable

Hold others accountable to execute to high standards of excellence and hold themselves accountable to the same or higher standard.

3

Monitors performance and gives corrective feedback

Leadership

Inspire others to work toward common goals by engaging and empowering them, and providing clarity and direction.

2

Optimizes team effectiveness

Enhancing Personal Effectiveness

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Continuously develop and enhance one's own and others' personal and professional skills, knowledge and abilities.

4

Models a learning orientation

Flexibility/Adaptability

Adapt and work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups.

2

Applies rules flexibly

Interpersonal Communication

Communicate effectively by reflecting on verbal and non-verbal behaviour, being attuned to the needs, perspectives and sensitivities of others and acting with them in mind.

3

Effectively uses empathy

Managerial Courage/Integrity

Acting with integrity, ensuring one's actions are consistent with City of Greater Sudbury's values and expectations.

2

Is publicly candid with the team, acting with integrity consistent with one's beliefs

Leadership Presence

Develop and maintain a sense of presence and emotional maturity and have an inner confidence that one can succeed and overcome obstacles.

3

Demonstrates personal courage

For more information on leadership competencies, please see our Leadership Competency Dictionary.

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2024. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Follow the step by step application process.
• Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
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• Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)

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Closed Date : 2024-06-30