District Supervisor, Roads Maintenance
District Supervisor, Roads Maintenance
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Job Description
ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a twotier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a fulltime employee and includes employermatched contributions.
- Employer of Choice Recognized as the highestranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employerpaid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for daytoday products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
WHAT YOULL BE DOING
Provides appropriate technical direction to the road infrastructure inspection crews or pavement marking crews on proper efficient and safe use of Regional equipment and vehicles or paint vehicles and carries out pavement marking applications during roads pavement season.
Plans supervises and support the daily activities of work crews within an assigned patrol area in the District including establishing daily weekly and season operational work assignments.
Ensures that the work carried out by internal staff is in compliance with the quality standards operating instructions and specifications appropriate for the work function within the District.
Ensures that staff and contractors work in a safe manner utilizing all protective devices and following all measures and procedures as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regional policy; advises staff of the existence of any potential or actual danger to health or safety.
Ensures that the work carried out is in compliance with the quality standards and operating instructions appropriate for the District.
Ensures that all equipment is utilized and maintained in a safe and effective manner including daytoday maintenance such as cleaning and fueling and that complex repairs are identified and addressed by appropriate staff.
Initiates and provides input into the development of revisions and changes to operating procedures and policies for the District and provides input for District annual budget and business plan.
Assists management in developing annual business/work plans and in developing service plans including staffing proposals.
Supervises staff including recruitment selection hiring scheduling assigning and monitoring work determining training and development needs coaching and mentoring conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements Regional policies and practices.
Drafts correspondence and appropriate reports for road network operations related issues including public complaints and responds to customer enquiries directly and/or resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.
Undertakes special projects as assigned.
Assumes functions of management in that persons absence as directed.
Performs other duties as required to meet Divisional/Branch and Departmental objectives.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Successful completion of a threeyear Community College Diploma program in Civil Engineering Technology or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum three (3) years experience in a road operational road engineering or roads maintenance environment or other logistical operational environment with responsibilities for planning operating procedures technical analysis scheduling and demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
Certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) as a Certified Engineering Technologist or be registered in an approved equivalent professional association.
Solid knowledge in budget preparation financial management of operational programs/projects including monitoring and control.
Valid Ontario Class G drivers licence free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret engineering drawings development proposals/ plans.
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation roads maintenance services industry standards etc.
Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and proficiency utilizing word processing and spreadsheet.
Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate an operational unit; to ascertain and assign work priorities to meet deadlines and emergency responses; to assess completed work in compliance with appropriate standards.
Good interpersonal and communication skills to direct outside contractors and explain road operational requirements to diverse client base including public external agencies contractors and to reach agreement with diverse groups.
Ability to meet heavy physical demands of this position; ability to work outside of normal business hours as required; ability to work on rotating shifts and to provide standby response as required.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
