Public Works Supervisor (North)

Job title: Public Works Supervisor (North)

Company: Rural Municipalities of Alberta

Job description: Posted on: Jul 21, 2025Posted by: Mackenzie CountySummaryMackenzie County is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Works Supervisor (North). This position is located in Fort Vermilion and is a permanent full-time out-of-scope contract position with a 40 hour work week (8 hours per day) Monday to Friday. This position will report to the Director of Operations.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Director of Operations, the main duties of this position will be:

• Daily supervision of road maintenance staff;
• Ensure maintenance and construction projects are completed in a timely manner while meeting the County’s standards & specifications;
• Recommend to the Director of Operations the hiring of contractors when applicable;
• Assist in the supervision of maintenance contractors;
• Review and document the maintenance of roads, and prepare monthly reports with recommendations to the Director of Operations;
• Coordinate with the Mechanic to ensure proper and timely maintenance of County equipment and vehicles;
• With the approval of the Director of Operations, responsible for the hiring and supervision of private equipment, while ensuring the hourly rate is paid according to Council’s directive;
• Adhering to Mackenzie County’s safety program;
• Ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to;
• Assist in the preparation of the roads, parks and airport maintenance budget;
• Communicate with the public in a professional manner;
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma is considered an asset;
• Three to five years related experience;
• Minimum two years supervisory experience;
• Heavy Equipment Operator Experience;
• Proven abilities of adopting to changes or shifting priorities;
• Proven abilities to lead and direct a group of employees while prioritizing and completing tasks with acceptable timeframe;
• Proven abilities to build positive working relationships and a safe work environment for subordinates;
• Ability to establish positive rapport with public;
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License;
• Ability to provide effective interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills;
• Ability to provide supervision to all subordinate staff;
• Ability to perform duties with minimum supervision;
• Evidence of successfully passing a police Criminal Record Check.

Expected salary:

Location: Fort Vermilion, AB

Job date: Wed, 23 Jul 2025 02:02:20 GMT

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