ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Superintendent, Roads Infrastructure is responsible for supervising Regional staff and external contractors involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of the Regional road system within an assigned patrol area in the District to enable efficient traffic flow, increase public safety by ensuring that the Region’s rights-of way are in a good state of repair and protect the Region from liability; complies with environmental requirements and prepares reports; assigns internal and external resources within approved programs; contract administration; recommends increases in operational efficiency; monitors and responds to emergencies and deficiencies; rotates in the operation of the snow centre and addresses scheduling challenges.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Provides appropriate technical direction to the road infrastructure inspection crews or pavement marking crews, on proper, efficient and safe use of Regional equipment and vehicles or paint vehicles and carries out pavement marking applications during roads pavement season.
- Plans, supervises and support the daily activities of work crews within an assigned patrol area in the District, including establishing daily, weekly and season operational work assignments.
- Ensures that staff and contractors work in a safe manner, utilizing all protective devices, and following all measures and procedures as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regional policy; advises staff of the existence of any potential or actual danger to health or safety.
- Ensures that the work carried out is in compliance with the quality standards and operating instructions appropriate for the District.
- Initiates and provides input into the development of revisions and changes to operating procedures and policies for the District and provides input for District annual budget and business plan.
- Assists management in developing annual business/work plans and in developing service plans including staffing proposals.
- Supervises staff, including recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, determining training and development needs, coaching and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
- Drafts correspondence and appropriate reports for road network operations related issues including public complaints and responds to customer enquiries directly and/or resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.
- Performs other duties as required to meet Divisional/Branch and Departmental objectives.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a three-year Community College Diploma program in Civil Engineering Technology or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a road operational, road engineering or roads maintenance environment or other logistical operational environment with responsibilities for planning, operating procedures, technical analysis, scheduling and demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
- Certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) as a Certified Engineering Technologist or be registered in an approved equivalent professional association.
- Solid knowledge in budget preparation, financial management of operational programs/projects including monitoring and control.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence, free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret engineering drawings, development proposals/ plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation, roads maintenance services, industry standards, etc.
- Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and proficiency utilizing word processing and spreadsheet.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate an operational unit; to ascertain and assign work priorities to meet deadlines and emergency responses; to assess completed work in compliance with appropriate standards.
- Leadership competencies including operating strategically, leveraging diversity and differences, customer focused, ensuring accountability, managing complex problems, financial management, employing interactive and effective communication, fostering collaborative relationships, cultivating engagement to drive vision and purpose, managing and developing talent, establishing and maintaining trust, displaying self-awareness, and demonstrating resiliency.
- Contemporary staff supervisory skills including knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices, and relevant employment legislation.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to direct outside contractors and explain road operational requirements to diverse client base including public, external agencies, contractors and to reach agreement with diverse groups.
- Ability to meet heavy physical demands of this position; ability to work outside of normal business hours as required; ability to work on rotating shifts and to provide stand-by response, as required.
