Supervisor, Field Operations - Water Operation (Construction)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leadership and management of a work unit responsible for providing city-wide operational, construction, preservation and maintenance programs and services related to sewer and water services. The position provides operational analysis and expertise to the sewer and water areas. The position typically reports to a manager.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate and provide expertise regarding the application of operational best practises within related industries.
• Operational best practices comprise of field equipment selection, suitability, and allocation; field construction/maintenance practices, sequencing, and practicality limitation; field/historical performance of traditional/local maintenance treatments and materials; manpower and equipment allocation; in-house manufacturing/modification to sewer and water infrastructure; field/operational considerations for new material/equipment; equipment training priorities etc.
• Organize and supervise work unit(s) and contractors engaged in the performance of tasks relating to the sewer and water operations; construction; preservation; maintenance; and management of infrastructure and projects related to water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Plan, direct, manage, evaluate, and enhance the work activities, resources, quality, and performance of the work unit(s), programs, and services.
• Manage capital projects and operating programs and budgets, including contract administration.
• Identify, recommend, and implement changes and improvements to operational, preservation and maintenance plans, programs, procedures, materials, equipment, staffing, contractor operations and work schedules.
• Maintain, analyze, and interpret operational, technical, and financial data and statistics for evaluating performance with respect to quality, productivity, efficiency, effectiveness, and safety.
• Facilitate the resolution of Labour Relations issues in accordance with the Collective Agreements and approved policies and practises including corrective discipline.
• Recruit staff and provide effective performance management.
• Provide management and quality assurance to ensure work is carried out efficiently, effectively, safely and in accordance with legislation and recognized policies, practises, and standards.
• Approve requisitions, expenditures, and other transactions within the limits of established authority.

Key Qualifications

• Grade 12 or GED.
• The knowledge, abilities and skills are typically obtained through a minimum of eight (8) years experience in sewer or water or a related industry, with a minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience, and one (1) year of post-secondary education in a related discipline.
• Must bring Level 4 Operator Certification, as identified under the Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Works Operator Certification Standards in the category relevant to their operating area.
• Must have demonstrated supervisory, leadership, and project management abilities to plan and organize operational programs, projects, and resources.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of supervisory and leadership principles and effective practices.
• Knowledge of sewer and water infrastructure planning, design, materials, and technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of sewer and water infrastructure construction, preservation, and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to make technical, financial, and statistical computations, compilations, estimates, analysis, and evaluations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and assure pertinent specifications, regulations, bylaws, and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to set up efficient, effective, and safe work programs, processes, plans, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve labour relations issues and interpret local union agreements as required to effectively and efficiently oversee work unit(s).
• Advanced computer skills operating current City software such as Microsoft applications, GIS, Access database, EmpCenter, etc. to retrieve data, prepare operational, technical and business computations, reports, drawings, plans, reports, and presentations, and use e-mail.

Working/Other Conditions

• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and have a vehicle available for work usage (travel allowance is provided).
• Candidates must be willing to obtain Air Brake Certification.
• Employees must participate in training and be willing and able to complete recognized certification programs and courses to perform the work and maintain status.
• Will be required to work from variable bases of operation.
• Must be able and willing to perform work of a physical nature in all types of plants, field environments and inclement conditions.
• Must be comfortable working in environments where sewage is present.
• Must be willing to be on call, perform overtime, work shift and/or irregular hours.
• Must respond to call outs and emergencies as required.