Supervisor, Highway Maintenance

4 weeks ago

Bedford, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Public Works

**Location**:Beechville/Bedford

**Type of Employment**: Permanent

**Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG

**EOI Close Date**:04/21/2023

**Closing Date**:4/28/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job.

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. Our District Highway Operations Division plays a critical role in managing snow and ice control services, road maintenance and repair services throughout the province.

**About Our Opportunity**:
As the Supervisor of Highway Maintenance, you will report to the Operations Supervisor and oversee the day-to-day work of your crew who perform highway construction and maintenance activities. You will provide guidance to your crew and monitor their performance, all the while ensuring quality work, and that safe work practices and policies are adhered to.

**Primary Accountabilities**:
You will be responsible for coordinating the effective and efficient utilization of equipment and material resources that are used in road repair, maintenance, and snow and ice control operations. Daily, you will ensure preventive maintenance is completed. You will also conduct preliminary site investigations and identify and assess safety hazards and potential problems to infrastructure and resolve or recommend a course of action to remedy the situation. Interaction with both the public and private sector is necessary as you assist when addressing enquiries, complaints and requests.

During the winter season, you will supervise the Winter Snow and Ice Control Program, ensuring levels of service are maintained, as well as the safety of the motoring public and Department staff. You will assist in developing a plan of action for the Winter Works Program which includes the planning of routes, along with staffing and equipment assignments. You will also ensure stocks of road salt and traction sand are replenished and assist in coordinating the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You have High school completion and a technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (or other related diploma) and two (2) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You have strong supervisory skills and previous experience leading a crew. As frequent travel is essential to this position, a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.

Knowledge of the Department’s maintenance policies and procedures, and familiarity with the CUPE collective agreement are considered assets. Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Public Highways Act are also considered assets. You are a problem solver and innovator who generates, promotes and implements new ideas and resolves concerns. You will adhere to and promote a safe, healthy and engaged work culture where innovation is encouraged. You have proven and professional communication skills, both oral and written, for collaborating with Department personnel and members of the public. You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities and strict deadlines. Consistently, you maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

**Working Conditions**:
**What We Offer**:

- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless career paths.

**Pay Grade**: TE 22

**Salary Range**: $2,178.43 - $2,561.85 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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