Operations Planner, Rural

Requisition ID: 3474

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly Working Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift/Work Schedule: 4 x 10 hour shifts per week

Department/Branch: Indigenous & Rural Relations, Rural

Job Location: Anzac (Rural)

Pay Level: PL14

Start Rate: $54.99

Permanent Rate: $64.77 (effective after probation)

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Reposted: 04/10/2025 (original CUPE closing date: 22/06/2025)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Posting Type: Internal and External

General Description

Under general supervision, the Operations Planner, Rural is a working leader who provides direction and assists with short- and long-term planning and scheduling for the Rural Services branch. Responsibilities include organising, developing, assigning, coordinating, and prioritising key deliverables for Rural operations, as well as assisting in asset management and work projects such as completing workflow plans and safety documentation on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staff, contractors, and consultants, and liaise with a variety of internal and external contacts.
• Coordinate required skills, equipment, components, parts, and materials for day-to-day operations and projects, ensuring all assets are in good working condition, including corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Provide technical support and coordination to ensure quality assurance with sound workflow processes.
• Assess operational processes and assist in development of new or revised procedures.
• Provide short/long range workflow quantity and quality control.
• Prepare and assign work schedules, plans, reports, and statistical data, and undertake special projects.
• Ensure an adequate inventory of equipment and supplies (tools, spare parts, landscape materials, and signage) by working with purchasing representatives and following applicable procedures.
• Assist the Supervisor with accurate projections and cost tracking for annual operational and capital budgets.
• Compile and prepare information for council reports, briefing notes, and business cases related to Rural service delivery.
• Assist with changes to and establishment of policies and procedures to maintain a safe workplace, ensuring compliance with OH&S regulations and municipal safety policies.
• Mentor and assist staff with safe work procedures and OH&S regulations.
• Research, prepare, and present detailed reports pertaining to Rural programs.
• Assist with development and implementation of asset management to support Rural service delivery.
• Respond to calls transferred from the Pulse line, public enquiries, and attend public meetings to provide information and assistance as needed.
• Complete required training to improve skills and knowledge and to ensure adherence with the position’s technical responsibilities.
• Support Rural programs and field operations, including general labour and equipment operations when operationally required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of plans and bylaws relating to Rural operations.
• Familiarity with municipal rural operations such as playgrounds, snow removal, equipment, outdoor rinks, cemeteries, forestry, horticulture, landscape construction, turf, sports fields, sports courts, water/septic services, roadways, and signage.
• Experience using personal protective equipment (PPE) and working within the framework of the OH&S Act, municipal safety policies and procedures, and bylaws.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clarify and convey information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of people, using judgment, tact, and sound decision-making skills, even in conflict situations.
• Proven leadership, planning, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills; a high achiever and self‑starter.
• Proficiency with a variety of computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office) and project management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to plan for technology updates and equipment replacement.

Education And Experience

• Diploma in Construction, Engineering, Horticulture, Irrigation, Forestry, Environment, or a related discipline is required.
• Seven (7) years of experience and knowledge of parks or roads operations, such as horticulture, turf, roads, or environmental management is required.
• Alberta Journeyperson Trade Certification of Carpenter, Landscape Horticulturalist, or another related discipline is required.
• Five (5) years of journeyperson experience and knowledge of parks or roads operations, such as horticulture, turf, or environmental management is required.
• Experience must include four (4) years of directly related experience in a scheduling and planning environment, including project management.
• Experience reviewing safety requirements and reading blueprints and construction drawings is an asset.

Other Requirements

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• A valid Class Five (5) Operator’s Licence is required as the incumbent will operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.
• Pre-employment testing may be required as part of the interview process.
• Ability to work in an office environment and outdoors.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.
• Immunisations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary conditions.

Safety

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, and must immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.