Supervisor of Water Structures Maintenance

Supervisor of Water Structures Maintenance

Who we are

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has an international reputation for excellence in managing the natural resources of the largest inland river system in southern Ontario. Our team is made up of committed and passionate experts in their fields, including scientists, engineers, researchers, educators, stewards, planners, foresters, recreation experts and much more. Every day, we come to work to improve the health of the natural environment of the Grand River watershed for those who call it home or come to visit. We are a progressive team, dedicated to lifelong learning, collaboration and making a positive impact.

Who you are

You want to be part of an organization with an environmental goal. You want the work you do to make a difference. You like a team environment where everyone has an opportunity to contribute to achieve a shared goal, no matter their background or level of education and experience. You like problem solving, expanding your horizons and making even the smallest positive impact for your community and the planet.

Why work for us

At the GRCA, we don’t just talk about work-life balance, we promote and encourage it. We offer flexible work hours, one day a week working from home, and wellness initiatives like onsite yoga and an Employee Assistance Program. Our team feels a connection to their work, each other and the community we serve, and when you’re “at the office”, you won’t feel like you’re “at the office.” Our Administration Centre is located in a tucked away, natural oasis next to the Shade’s Mills reservoir, where a walk or lunch at the picnic tables provides the opportunity to be immersed in nature.

We offer staff development plans and open doors to help advance your career. And our employees benefit from being part of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), with 100% matching contributions from GRCA.

Overview of the opportunity

The Supervisor of Water Structures Maintenance plays a key role in the dam management, public safety, dike management and water monitoring programs at the GRCA.

Reporting to the Manager of Water Infrastructure, this position works in the Water Infrastructure Department, and is responsible for the co-ordination of the dam, dike and monitoring network maintenance program. The maintenance program is vital to ensuring the integrity of the water control structures and monitoring systems. This position is responsible for overseeing planning and implementation of both small and large projects assigned. A broad knowledge of water control structures, electro-mechanical systems, monitoring equipment and management of trades is required to fulfill this position. The Water Structures Maintenance Technicians are supervised by this position.

Competency in the operation of all water control structures operated by the GRCA is required to allow this position to act as an emergency dam operator.

What you’ll do:

- Coordinate maintenance projects, including regular maintenance, related to dam and dike safety and the gauge monitoring network, including preparation of requests for quotations and requests for proposals as applicable. Procure field electrical and millwrighting services, and inventory management of all materials, equipment and supplies as required to implement the dam, dike and gauge maintenance programs. Ensure projects and procurement meet policies, department priorities and budgets.
- Manage major maintenance projects as assigned, including contract administration and the coordination of consultants and contractors; ensuring the project scope is aligned with GRCA needs and budget.
- Ensure contractors perform work safely following contracts, specifications and applicable legislation.
- Supervise staff, provide training and mentoring, schedule and assign work in an efficient and effective manner, manage employee performance and ensure health and safety compliance.
- Promote the GRCA’s health and safety culture, provide input to developing safe work procedures, ensure employees work in accordance with the GRCA health and safety policies and procedures; ensure compliance with OHSA, and all applicable regulations and legislations.
- Works closely with the Water Resources Project Coordinator to co-ordinate, plan and implement required public safety measures at GRCA water control structures.
- Responsible for monitoring the operation of the hydro-production equipment at GRCA dams and coordinating major repairs and services.
- Coordinate the maintenance of the gauge monitoring stations, including ensuring site health and safety, purchasing and inventory management of field hardware for gauge stations, respond to and document the response to maintenance tickets for unscheduled events.
- In cooperation Engineering and IT staff, provide input to plan, coordinate and implement monitoring gauge site design and upgrades as required to ensure the integrity of the monitoring network and s