Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Operations Manager is responsible for the effective planning, coordination, and supervision of all municipal operations, including transportation infrastructure, utilities, facilities, equipment, and public works services. This position ensures that municipal infrastructure is maintained in a safe, efficient, and sustainable manner. The Operations Manager plays a key role in capital project planning and works closely with the CAO, Council, contractors, and the public to deliver high-quality municipal services.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES

Plan, schedule, and supervise daily operations and maintenance activities for roads, drainage, water and wastewater systems, and municipal facilities.

Oversee seasonal operations such as snow removal, grading, sanding, and roadside mowing.

Monitor and inspect work to ensure compliance with safety standards and municipal policies.

Lead and supervise public works employees, including assigning duties, providing training, evaluating performance, and addressing personnel issues.

Maintain an inventory of municipal equipment, vehicles and materials.

Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced regularly and is in safe working condition.

Assist in the development of the annual operating and capital budgets.

Monitor expenditures within transportation budget and prepare reports for the CAO and Council as required.

Respond to public inquiries and service requests in a timely and professional manner

Liaise with ratepayers, utilities, contractors and suppliers.

Available for on-call and emergency response as needed.

Employees scheduled "on-call" for the water treatment plant shall be responsible for all related duties from 4:00pm on Friday through until 8:00am the following Monday.

Perform all other duties assigned

WORK HOURS

NOVEMBER 1ST TO APRIL 30TH

7:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M.

8 HOUR DAY
(winter rotation) 12:30 P.M. TO 3:30 P.M. 40 HOURS/WEEK

MAY 1ST TO OCTOBER 31ST

7:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M.

10 HOUR DAY

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Water and Wastewater certification (or willingness to obtain within a specified time frame)

Supervisory or management experience

Strong knowledge of municipal infrastructure systems (roads, water/sewer, etc)

Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and municipal operations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant municipal software (Munisite)

Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday On call Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person