Ferry Supervisor

Ferry Supervisor
**Organization**:
Ministry of Transportation
**Division**:
Marine Operations
**City**:
Kingston
**Language of Position(s)**:
English
**Job Term**:
1 Permanent
**Job Code**:
M0711B - Technical Services13
**Salary**:
$75,143.00 - $105,055.00 Per Year
**Posting Status**:
Open
**Job ID**:
224525
The Ministry of Transportation, Marine Operations Branch, Ferry services provides safe, reliable and efficient marine transportation services and are currently seeking motivated individuals to lead and manage the efficient operations of the Wolfe Island ferries.
As the Ferry Supervisor, you will provide leadership, direction, planning, and operational services to the Marine Services organization on a day-to-day basis.
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What can I expect to do in this role?
Create the Work Environment
In the Ontario Public Service, we hold our leaders to the highest standards, expecting them to embody authenticity, accountability, and courage in every action and decision. It will be your responsibility to create a work environment and team culture that ignites innovation, nurtures collaboration and champions inclusivity by creating a diverse, anti-racist and accessible workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. By aligning your choices with these values, you will create a vibrant work environment where every individual can thrive.
Deliver on Business Goals and Priorities
Your leadership will be crucial in guiding the team towards the achievement of their business goals. It will be your responsibility to inspire and motivate your team to deliver their best performance and align the teams daily actions with the strategic vision of the ministry. You will contribute to the achievement of team goals by:

- Planning, managing, coordinating and directing the safe and efficient operation of ferries transporting vehicles and passengers in a public facing 24-hour a day, seven days a week scheduled service operation.
- Representing the ministry to the public, municipal elected officials and staff, Transport Canada and other regulatory agencies, police, fire and ambulance services.
- Developing operational work plans and managing annual project plans with budgetary control, resource management and effective stakeholder relations to ensure programs/services/operations are effectively delivered.
- Resolving complex operational, emergency and administrative problems referred by Ferry Captains and act as relief on the vessel when required.

How do I qualify?
**Leadership Management Skills**:

- You have strong people management experience with a demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and develop/mentor teams to deliver on results.
- You can motivate and engage staff in a positive and inclusive work environment while promoting innovation and creativity.
- You have experience overseeing the development of exceptional products and materials.
- You demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills to respond quickly to resolve operational problems and continuous improvements to service.

**Relationship Management Skills**:

- You have experience providing strategic direction, guidance and coaching to staff and/or teams.
- You engage with team members in a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting innovation and creativity.
- You are a creative and innovative problem solver and consensus builder.
- You have demonstrated success in building and managing effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external partners.
- You have strategic thinking and issues management skills along with a strong sense of political acuity.
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills to effec