Public Works Technical Supervisor

This position contributes to the achievement of our Strategic Plan by ensuring effective programs are in place for the delivery of services within the public works division.

The Public Works Technical Supervisor plays a crucial role in various aspects of the Township's operations and compliance related to solid waste management, stormwater operations, and the delivery of capital projects within the division. The Public Work Technical Supervisor is responsible for the administration of the Township’s Road rights-of-way such as preparing municipal consents, excavation permits, inspections, etc.

The role involves leadership, oversight, compliance management, and coordination to ensure the smooth functioning of technical and capital programs.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-Secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field of study. A combination of equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation or equivalent. The individual should be a current member or be eligible for membership in O.A.C.E.T.T.
- Three (3) years’ progressively responsible management experience in waste management, engineering, public works, or related municipal experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Experience with analyzing and solving complex problems, with the ability to make sound and timely decisions often in high-pressure situations.
- Experience in asset management, project management, and working with related Acts and Regulations.
- Certified Roads Supervisor designation would be an asset.
- Required to obtain and maintain satisfactory CPIC (Criminal Record Check).
- Required to possess and maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license, with a clean driving record and access to personal vehicle for business use. A DZ driver’s license is an asset.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**:

- Ability to fully engage and motivate; supervise and direct; and retain a workforce of unionized employees through implementation of sound talent management practices; ability to build strong, effective teams and a positive, productive work environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and cooperation through active listening, and ability to deal with conflicting views with tact and diplomacy, and conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to be professional, concise, and accurate.
- Strong customer service mindset and with the ability to role model both internal and external customer service standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills to meet deadlines, in a work environment where urgent matters will interfere with other demands.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work with mínimal direction in a collaborative team environment and a demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
- Advanced knowledge of all Federal and Provincial Acts and Regulations that pertain to waste management, stormwater management, asset management,
- Strong understanding of the minimum maintenance standards for municipal highways.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Maintain the requirements outlined in the Township’s Municipal Stormwater Consolidated Linear Infrastructure Environmental Compliance Approval.
- Frequently engage in two-way communication with staff about Divisional plans, priorities, and objectives, linking them to the Strategic Plan, ensuring staff understand how they make a difference for the Township.
- Ensure maintenance practices and standards are being met.
- Provide direct supervision of staff activities associated with technical and capital programs, solid waste and stormwater maintenance and crossing guard activities.
- Respond to service requests and ensure resolutions are logged within the appropriate system.
- Supervise Township Road Rights-of-way process by ensuring municipal consents, excavation permits, inspections, etc. are completed in a timely manner.
- Ensuring overall compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, acts, and industry standards across all areas of responsibility.
- Prepare and maintain records, reports, and allocation sheets to provide a basis for the analysis of operations in relation to the planned objectives and performance standards.
- Contribute to the operating budget planning process for division responsibilities, identifying staffing, materials, resources, and equipment requirements.
- Contribute to the capital budget planning process for division responsibilities, identifying staffing, materials, resources, and equipment requirements for capital projects.
- Provide expertise and input to the Asset Management Program and ensure services and/or infrastructure are properly represented and accommodated in the Asset Management Program.
- Participate in the rotation of the on-call Public Works Supervisor.
- Protect your own health and safety and the safety of others by adopting safe work practices