Select People Solutions
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Director of Operations
Posted: 12/05/2023
2023-12-05
2024-01-19
Employment Type:
Permanent
Industry: Management, Professional and Business Services
Job Number: TW892686921
Pay Rate: $90000-112000 / year
Job Description
Select People Solutions is pleased to be working with the Town of Fort Macleod in their search for a Director of Operations. This person will oversee all functional service areas, including roads, water distribution, wastewater systems, equipment/facility maintenance, and planning development. If you have a background in Engineering and experience with municipalities with a strong ability to achieve through the people you lead, we want to hear from you!
What’s in it for You?
- Benefits
- Wellness program
- Strong economic growth
Compensation & Hours:
- The rate of pay will be $90-$120K
- This will be a full-time and permanent position
- Must reside or be willing to relocate within 50kms of Fort Macleod
Position Summary:
- Directing and supporting Facilities, Plants, Public Works Foremen
- Creating job descriptions/manuals for all Operational Service positions
- In consultation with Department Foremen, evaluate, promote, train, and discipline staff in Operational Services positions
- Overseeing maintenance, safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of operational services, ensuring legal requirements are always met
- Evaluating facilities, equipment, & maintenance programs and suggesting improvements, repairs, deletions, or acquisitions to the Town Council
- Developing and monitoring approved budgets
- Building, implementing, and maintaining the Health & Safety Program
- Reporting on and recommending changes to policies or bylaws
- Keeping up to date with trends and legislated requirements
- Serving as a Technical Advisor to Town Council, management, staff, and the public
- Fostering positive relationships with government agencies and professional organizations
- Utilizing data from research, evaluations, and consultations with Foremen, CAO, and Town Council, formulate plans to meet current and future needs of the community
- Managing projects and initiatives across divisions to ensure projects remain aligned with division goals and objectives
Required Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education
- 5 – 7 years of proven management experience in a unionized environment; familiarity with collective agreements, bargaining, and negotiations
- 5+ years experience working in municipal government as a public works foreman, operations superintendent, or other applicable role
- Working knowledge of government legislation, bylaws, regulations, and policies
- Flexibility while working with a variety of departments and deadlines
- Capable of lifting 50lbs (equipment/supplies) and using PPE when required
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and frequent interruptions
- Diplomatic demeanor when interacting with customers, employees, contractors, developers, and government representatives
- Respect for and commitment to confidentiality
Bonus Points For:
- Degree in civil engineering
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