Manager of Public Works
Top Benefits
About the role
District of Sechelt
Manager of Public Works
Competition No. 2025-22
Regular, Full-Time (Exempt)
About Us
Sechelt is a vibrant seaside community of ~10,000 residents, located between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for stunning beaches, trails, and year-round festivals, Sechelt offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle just 40 minutes from Vancouver via ferry.
The Opportunity
The District of Sechelt is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager of Public Works to lead our dedicated team in maintaining and enhancing the community’s infrastructure. Reporting to the Director of Engineering and Operations, this key leadership role is responsible for the operations, maintenance, and cleanliness of all municipal facilities, fleet, properties, and infrastructure.
As Manager, you will provide strategic direction and hands-on support to Public Works staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery and alignment with departmental goals and objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing coastal community. Key responsibilities include:
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Lead, train, schedule, and supervise Public Works staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
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Ensure compliance with all District policies, procedures, practices, WorkSafeBC regulations and all applicable external regulations.
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Manage the municipal fleet and equipment, including maintenance, procurement, and inventory control.
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Oversee departmental budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation.
-
Respond to after-hours emergencies and coordinate appropriate action.
-
Address public inquiries and concerns with professionalism and tact.
-
Collaborate with Engineering on capital project planning and execution.
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Coordinate contractors, internal resources and permitting (archaeological and environmental) to complete Public Works projects.
-
Liaise with external stakeholders, contractors, and other levels of government.
Role Requirements
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
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Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent) with a clean driving record.
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Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in municipal public works or a related field.
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Proven ability to manage and maintain a variety of municipal equipment (e.g., backhoe, dump truck, excavator, street sweeper, snow/ice control equipment).
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Experience overseeing wastewater collection systems.
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Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering and technical drawings.
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In-depth knowledge of the hazards, WorkSafe regulations, safe work procedures and practices pertinent to public works and wastewater collection (e.g. excavations, confined space entry, lock-out, working alone, handling of chemicals and hazardous goods, biohazards, traffic safety and more).
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Strong mechanical aptitude.
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Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and make sound decisions under pressure.
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Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and build positive relationships with staff, the public, elected officials, and external partners.
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Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, and managerial skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
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Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate tactfully and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Preferred
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Certification in wastewater collection would be an asset.
Working Conditions
This is a regular, full-time role, excluded from the bargaining unit. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, although flexibility in responding to after-hours emergency call outs is required. The salary range for this role is $116,020 – $125,790 per annum based on experience, plus an attractive extended benefits and pension package, and six weeks’ vacation to start. If you are currently employed in public service, we will match your current vacation entitlement! The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of BC.
Accommodations
The District of Sechelt is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to notify us. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to apply online with their resume and cover letter at www.sechelt.ca/careers, attention to Julia Wood, HR Advisor.
This competition will close at 4:30pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 5 years or more
About District of Sechelt
The District of Sechelt is located on the lower Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver, Sechelt is accessible to the mainland of British Columbia via a 40 minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, and a 25 minute drive from Langdale along Highway 101, now known as the Sunshine Coast Highway. The municipality takes its name from the Coast Salish Shishalh people, who first settled the area thousands of years ago, and means "land between two waters".
The original Village of Sechelt was incorporated on February 15, 1956. Sechelt later expanded its boundaries in 1986 with the inclusion of a number of adjacent unincorporated areas. The District of Sechelt, as it is known today, encompasses some 39.71 km² (15.33 sq mi) at the isthmus of the Sechelt Peninsula, between the southern tip of Sechelt Inlet (Porpoise Bay) and the Strait of Georgia that separates the provincial mainland from Vancouver Island). Sechelt is a seaside community that extends primarily along the coastline of the Sunshine Coast. It is bounded to the west and east by the unincorporated communities of Halfmoon Bay and Roberts Creek, respectively. As of the 2016 Canadian census its population was 10,216.
Manager of Public Works
Top Benefits
About the role
District of Sechelt
Manager of Public Works
Competition No. 2025-22
Regular, Full-Time (Exempt)
About Us
Sechelt is a vibrant seaside community of ~10,000 residents, located between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for stunning beaches, trails, and year-round festivals, Sechelt offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle just 40 minutes from Vancouver via ferry.
The Opportunity
The District of Sechelt is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager of Public Works to lead our dedicated team in maintaining and enhancing the community’s infrastructure. Reporting to the Director of Engineering and Operations, this key leadership role is responsible for the operations, maintenance, and cleanliness of all municipal facilities, fleet, properties, and infrastructure.
As Manager, you will provide strategic direction and hands-on support to Public Works staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery and alignment with departmental goals and objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing coastal community. Key responsibilities include:
-
Lead, train, schedule, and supervise Public Works staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
-
Ensure compliance with all District policies, procedures, practices, WorkSafeBC regulations and all applicable external regulations.
-
Manage the municipal fleet and equipment, including maintenance, procurement, and inventory control.
-
Oversee departmental budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation.
-
Respond to after-hours emergencies and coordinate appropriate action.
-
Address public inquiries and concerns with professionalism and tact.
-
Collaborate with Engineering on capital project planning and execution.
-
Coordinate contractors, internal resources and permitting (archaeological and environmental) to complete Public Works projects.
-
Liaise with external stakeholders, contractors, and other levels of government.
Role Requirements
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
-
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent) with a clean driving record.
-
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in municipal public works or a related field.
-
Proven ability to manage and maintain a variety of municipal equipment (e.g., backhoe, dump truck, excavator, street sweeper, snow/ice control equipment).
-
Experience overseeing wastewater collection systems.
-
Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering and technical drawings.
-
In-depth knowledge of the hazards, WorkSafe regulations, safe work procedures and practices pertinent to public works and wastewater collection (e.g. excavations, confined space entry, lock-out, working alone, handling of chemicals and hazardous goods, biohazards, traffic safety and more).
-
Strong mechanical aptitude.
-
Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and make sound decisions under pressure.
-
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and build positive relationships with staff, the public, elected officials, and external partners.
-
Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, and managerial skills.
-
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
-
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
-
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
-
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate tactfully and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Preferred
-
Certification in wastewater collection would be an asset.
Working Conditions
This is a regular, full-time role, excluded from the bargaining unit. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, although flexibility in responding to after-hours emergency call outs is required. The salary range for this role is $116,020 – $125,790 per annum based on experience, plus an attractive extended benefits and pension package, and six weeks’ vacation to start. If you are currently employed in public service, we will match your current vacation entitlement! The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of BC.
Accommodations
The District of Sechelt is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to notify us. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to apply online with their resume and cover letter at www.sechelt.ca/careers, attention to Julia Wood, HR Advisor.
This competition will close at 4:30pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 5 years or more
About District of Sechelt
The District of Sechelt is located on the lower Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver, Sechelt is accessible to the mainland of British Columbia via a 40 minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, and a 25 minute drive from Langdale along Highway 101, now known as the Sunshine Coast Highway. The municipality takes its name from the Coast Salish Shishalh people, who first settled the area thousands of years ago, and means "land between two waters".
The original Village of Sechelt was incorporated on February 15, 1956. Sechelt later expanded its boundaries in 1986 with the inclusion of a number of adjacent unincorporated areas. The District of Sechelt, as it is known today, encompasses some 39.71 km² (15.33 sq mi) at the isthmus of the Sechelt Peninsula, between the southern tip of Sechelt Inlet (Porpoise Bay) and the Strait of Georgia that separates the provincial mainland from Vancouver Island). Sechelt is a seaside community that extends primarily along the coastline of the Sunshine Coast. It is bounded to the west and east by the unincorporated communities of Halfmoon Bay and Roberts Creek, respectively. As of the 2016 Canadian census its population was 10,216.