Supervisor, Highway Maintenance (Noel)

The Government of Nova Scotia•North Noel Road, NS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job. The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. Our District Highway Operations Division plays a critical role in managing snow and ice control services, road maintenance and repair services throughout the province. As the Supervisor of Highway Maintenance, you will report to the Operation Supervisor and oversee the day-to-day work of your crew who perform highway construction and maintenance activities. You will provide guidance to your crew and monitor their performance, all the while ensuring quality work, and that safe work practices and policies are adhered to.

Requirements

High School completion and a technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (or other related diploma) and two (2) years of related experience in road repair, construction and maintenance; or High School, and 6 (six) years of related experience in road repair, construction and maintenance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong supervisory skills and previous experience leading a crew.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, highway maintenance practices, construction methods, and department specifications.
Familiarity in a computerized environment including spreadsheet, word processing, and email applications.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Snow and Ice removal operations.
Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of heavy equipment.
Experience working with a time reporting and/or work order generation system.
Knowledge of the Department’s maintenance policies and procedures.
Familiarity with the CUPE collective agreement.
Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Public Highways Act.

Responsibilities

Coordinating the effective and efficient utilization of equipment and material resources that are used in road repair, maintenance, and snow and ice control operations.
Ensuring preventive maintenance is completed daily.
Conducting preliminary site investigations and identifying and assessing safety hazards and potential problems to infrastructure and resolving or recommending a course of action to remedy the situation.
Assisting when addressing enquiries, complaints and requests from both the public and private sector.
Supervising the Winter Snow and Ice Control Program, ensuring levels of service are maintained, as well as the safety of the motoring public and Department staff.
Assisting in developing a plan of action for the Winter Works Program which includes the planning of routes, along with staffing and equipment assignments.
Ensuring stocks of road salt and traction sand are replenished.
Assisting in coordinating the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment.