Public Works Foreman

Original job posting

Lead and support the municipal public works team in maintaining roads, sidewalks, water and sewer infrastructure, fleet, and facilities. Coordinate field operations, promote safe and efficient work, communicate with staff and the public, and participate in emergency response.

Job details

The Town of Peace River is looking for a Public Works Foreman to lead the team responsible for maintaining the infrastructure our community depends on every day. From roads and sidewalks to water systems, sewer infrastructure, fleet, and emergency response, Public Works plays a critical role in keeping Peace River safe, connected, and operating smoothly. We are looking for a leader who understands the work, supports their team, and takes pride in delivering quality services to the community. Reporting to the Public Works Manager, this is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys being out in the field, solving problems, supporting employees, and making sure the job gets done safely and efficiently. We are looking for someone with the following key characteristics: A leader who motivates team members and is proficient at delegating work, problem-solving and decision making. An excellent communicator with the ability to communicate verbally and electronically to multiple levels in the organization including management, field staff, the public, and other departments. A helpful demeanor and positive attitude while dealing with the public, with a demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner at all times. A background working with a modern safety program including a practical and working understanding of ground disturbance, trenching safety, equipment safety, leading safety meetings, performing hazard assessments, and stopping work if necessary. This position requires someone with a helpful demeanor and positive attitude while dealing with the public, someone who is able to take action in emergency response (ie, during flooding, etc.) and a desire to be part of building a great community. Required Qualifications Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent. Minimum 10 years of municipal public works experience (or engineering consulting experience supporting municipalities). Demonstrated experience in: Road construction and maintenance Water and sewer infrastructure construction and maintenance Fleet and facilities asset management Practical knowledge and experience in computer systems and business applications; Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake (Q) endorsement. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Desired Technical Competencies Alberta Environment (AEP) unrestricted Level II Certificate in Water Distribution (WD); Alberta Environment (AEP) unrestricted Level II Certificate in Waste Water Collection (WWC); Completion or eligible to complete the APWA Public Works Supervisor Level Three course. Full Time Permanent Employment Salary: $94,307—$104,377 annually Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:00am to 5:00pm Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found. If you're passionate about public works and ready to lead a dedicated municipal operations team, we'd like to hear from you. The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Qualified applicants are invited to forward their resumes, in confidence, to the address below (quote Competition #23/019). Employee Services Manager Email: hr@peaceriver.ca We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead and support the municipal public works team in maintaining roads, sidewalks, water and sewer infrastructure, fleet, and facilities. Coordinate field operations, promote safe and efficient work, communicate with staff and the public, and participate in emergency response.

Requirements

Requires a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, at least 10 years of municipal public works or municipal engineering consulting experience, and demonstrated experience in roads, water and sewer infrastructure, and asset management. Applicants must have a valid Alberta Class 3 driver's licence with an Air Brake (Q) endorsement and a satisfactory criminal record check; Level II water distribution and wastewater collection certificates and APWA supervisor training are desired.

Listed skills

• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Team Leadership
• Work Delegation
• Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Verbal and Electronic Communication
• Public Relations
• Emergency Response
• Safety Program Management
• Ground Disturbance Safety
• Trenching Safety
• Equipment Safety
• Safety Meetings
• Hazard Assessments
• Road Construction and Maintenance
• Water and Sewer Infrastructure
• Fleet and Facilities Asset Management

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety