Ems Fleet Supervisor

**Division**:

- Emergency Services

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

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**Job Summary**:
Salary Pending Review

Reporting to the Manager/Commander Fleet, Logistics & Planning, the Emergency Medical Services Fleet Supervisor is responsible for managing all fleet repair facilities, including mechanical, collision and inventory; and all activities relating to the procurement and maintenance, repair, make ready, commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles and equipment in the Niagara Region in accordance with legislative requirements and Regional policies and procedures. The incumbent will have oversight of Niagara EMS fleet management plan and operational readiness.

**Education**:

- College or University diploma/certificate or degree in Fleet Management or in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
- Completion of trade schooling as required under the regulated trades as an Automotive Service Technician (310S) and/or a Truck and Coach Technician (310T) Electrical Mechanical Technician is preferred.

**Knowledge**:

- Experience in the maintenance of commercial vehicles and equipment or emergency medical services vehicles and equipment (municipal preferred).
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a management/supervisory position is preferred
- Requires sound knowledge of standard vehicle and/or equipment preventative maintenance, repairs, parts, materials, and diagnostic methods.
- Requires sound knowledge of preventative maintenance theory, fleet management practices, processes and administration.
- Detailed working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act and Regulations, National Safety Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) regulations and Ministry of Labour regulations, Knowledge of the Health & Safety Act, all applicable Acts and Regulations regarding Emergency Health Services in Ontario, and Regulations and Standards specific to EMS vehicles and equipment in Ontario.
- Computer proficiency in MS Office 365 (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word). Working knowledge of and competency in computerized fleet management systems (e.g. M5, Peoplesoft and Operative IQ), fuel management systems (e.g. Hollman) and various diagnostic systems.
- Experience in leading and supervising projects.
- Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP), Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is preferred.

**Responsibilities**:
**Manages and provides direction on all fleet services activities including overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operation. (50% of time)**:

- Manages preventive maintenance, repair, and warranty programs for large municipal fleet vehicles and equipment assets. Types of vehicles and equipment include but are not limited to: commercial emergency vehicles and emergency response equipment (Defibrillators and cardiac monitors, stretchers and conveyance equipment, oxygen delivery devices and safety equipment such as carbon monoxide detectors.)
- Balances workloads and service delivery priorities amongst multiple locations and ensure service level standards are met.
- Monitor and provide input on annual and multi-year Capital and Operating budgets for which they are delegated authority ensuring support of Council’s objectives, financial transparency and accountability, monitoring budget adherence, identifying and explaining variances, and financial reporting is effectively managed in compliance with corporate financial policies.
- Oversees program