equipment operation and maintenance; knowledge of employee relations,
principles and practices; GIS and SCADA computer programs.
8. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications,
and office equipment.
9. Ability to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; to
work effectively and to foster good rapport and cooperative working
relationships.
10. Excellent communication (written, oral and interpersonal), analytical,
problem-solving, organizational, public relations, strategic planning, report-
writing, time management, leadership, and supervisory skills; team building
and mentoring abilities.
11. Ability to maintain confidentiality, be tactful in all dealings, be self-motivated
and work effectively alone or in a team environment.
12. Physically capable of performing the required functions of the position and
wearing the applicable personal protective equipment.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Physical demand requires standing, sitting and walking; visual attention for
project and health and safety compliance and personal safety on job sites,
and for computer usage. Physical dexterity required for walking, bending and
minimal lifting as required.
- Working conditions vary between a standard office environment to
conducting on-site inspections; exposure to inclement weather conditions,
mud, dirt, noise; and exposure to public criticism; requirement to wear
personal protection equipment for construction inspections.
- Normal hours of work are 35 hours per week with some evening and/or
weekend attendance required to attend Council, Committee and other
meetings. Availability or provision for ‘on call’ response which requires
carrying a cellular device (24/7 operation) as part of the Emergency
Management Team, and responding to after-hours alarms involved with the
operating system, provide after-hour guidance to Environmental Services
staff, including other emergency calls; available for overtime hours, when
necessary.
Contacts and Interactions
- Communicates and/or liaises with all levels of staff, Mayor and Council,
representatives from the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Environment, Ministry
of Labour, other regulatory agencies, local authorities, senior governments,
community groups, industries and other organizations; laboratory suppliers;
consultants and contractors; trades, external service providers, and the
general public.
