About the Role :
The Shift Supervisor, Municipal Operations will be responsible for responding to after‑hour service calls and directing staff required for emergency repairs and / or other operational activities that extend beyond the regular weekday work hours and on weekends. The Supervisor will routinely oversee up to 7 staff and periodically, in the case of winter operations, as many as 21 staff.
The Shift Supervisor will work collaboratively with the individual Unit Supervisors to ensure continuity in operation of roads, wastewater collection, water distribution and passive parks. The Shift Supervisor will also guide and direct Temporary Supervisors assisting in larger after‑hour operations.
The Shift Supervisor will be expected to obtain and then, maintain provincial designation as a Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS‑I) and / or as a Certified Engineering Technician (C.Tech).
What You'll be Doing :
Responds to reports of problems and / or requests for services beyond regular working hours including :
- Inspecting reports of problems and / or failure of municipal road, wastewater, water and parks infrastructure; assesses cause of problem and determines required course of action
- Takes immediate action to mitigate safety risk to the public and / or damage to infrastructure systems
- Issues Call Outs and / or dispatches On Duty staff as required to attend scoped emergencies such as : routine water‑main breaks, sewer lateral blockages, damaged / missing traffic signs, hazardous debris clean up on roads, blocked drainage inlets, routine environmental spills
- Escalates large‑scale and / or non‑routine problems to the appropriate Manager or, in the case of Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection system, to the designated 'Overall Responsible Operator'
Oversees planned and / or anticipated after‑hour operations including :
Implements planned road closures and traffic diversions for special eventsMonitors pre‑planned water‑main and sewer repair and maintenance activities that occur / extend beyond the normal workdayIn winter season, monitors and assesses roadway conditions and deploys staff and equipment resources to affect ice and / or snow mitigation in accordance with city Service Level StandardsWhen assuming oversight of non‑routine works, consults with primary Unit Supervisor to understand specific operational measures that must be followedMaintains a safe workplace by :
Ensuring that assigned staff are provided with and use the appropriate equipment, material, and / or procedures required to safely perform assigned duties.Monitors work activities performed by staff and / or contractors to ensure core safety measures are followed specifically : Traffic Safety, Confined Space Entry, Trench Protection, Fall Arrest and PPE)Intervenes and / or escalates as necessary to ensure a safe work environment is restored.Uses appropriate situational awareness and authority to determine and take corrective action when city staff are found contravening compliance with the health and safety, policies or proceduresEnsures appropriate use of city resources by :
Issuing overtime call‑outs in accordance with city practices and Service Level StandardsAssigning personnel and equipmentAuthorizing timesheetsReviewing Work Order documentation for completeness and accuracyDemonstrates and maintains proactive communications by :
Speaking with public to determine the nature and urgency of the service request and advising as to appropriate follow‑upBriefing staff on the objectives and requirements of an after‑hour call‑outSupporting and promoting a respectful workplace as per the City’s Code of Conduct PolicyMaintains and develops competency related to infrastructure operations by :
Attending industry sector courses, workshops, conferences to keep abreast of new maintenance technologies, repair techniques, materials, etc.Participating in the development and implementation of corporate asset and maintenance management systemsWhat's Required :
Completion of a two (2) year Community College Diploma in a directly related field such as Civil or Construction TechnologyA minimum of five (5) years relevant field experience in the construction, repair and maintenance of pavement, boulevard and traffic system infrastructure.Certified by the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors; CRS‑I or higher, and / orCertified by the Ontario Association of Engineering Technicians & Technologists; C.Tech or higherThe Supervisor must be available to work rotating 12 hour shifts, 7 days a weekAble to prioritize and respond to competing demandsAbility to deal with conflictInterpersonal skills; able to maintain effective working relationshipsAttention to detailsA demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture through effective management with the goal of achieving a healthy and safe operation.Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness training.Basic technical knowledge of :
materials, techniques and practices for roadway maintenance and constructioncomponents and function of water distribution systemscomponents and function wastewater / sewer systemsFamiliar with :
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction RegulationTraffic Safety Plans / Book 7Trench SafetyConfined Space EntryFall ArrestHydro & Gas Utility HazardsMunicipal Works Department Standard Operating ProceduresCUPE Collective AgreementsCity Purchasing and Procurement PoliciesCity Code of ConductCapable of :
Using Microsoft Word, Excel & OutlookRead and interpret maps and construction drawingsWriting skills : able to prepare concise incident summaries and work reportsEffective oral communication skills#J-18808-Ljbffr