Public Works Manager
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead Public Works Operations and Maintenance
The Public Works Manager will lead by example, overseeing our small but efficient crew to provide
excellent services to the District of Port Edward. The Manager will prioritize, and be guided by, the
District’s existing operations and maintenance plans for excellent service delivery and management of
our public assets. Maintaining and implementing Standard Operating Procedures for District utilities will
be a core task upon starting in this position as will implementing program parameters to work towards
COR Safety Certification. The Manager will have a proven ability to exercise good judgement in
challenging situations and will be required to interact with the public, addressing and resolving customer
complaints related to municipal services and infrastructure.
Human Resources Management and Training
The Public Works Manager will direct the Public Works Department and will be a coach, mentor and
leader to our small crew. The Manager will be responsible for departmental staff development, training
and succession planning.
The District promotes a culture of safety and the Manager will oversee the Public Works Training Plan
and professional development budget and ensure all required training is kept up to date for the crew;
The successful candidate will have a track record of contributing to positive workplace culture, leading
productive work teams and handling discipline with tact.
Operational Budget Management
The Manager will be responsible for preparing and overseeing the annual Public Works budget as well as
procurement for the department—they will work closely with the CAO and Chief Financial Officer in this
regard and will oversee capital projects. The Manager will be required to periodically attend evening
Council meetings and will be required to hold information in confidence as presented in camera.
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Strong leadership ability with proven track record of motivating, coaching, mentoring and
building teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proven strategic and innovative thinker
• A strong problem solver
• Excellent customer service skills
• Results orientation
QUALIFICATIONS
• More than 5 years of management and leadership experience in a unionized environment
• Certifications in water distribution and treatment (an asset)
• Certifications in wastewater collection and treatment (an asset)
• Demonstrated technical literacy and proficiency in using a variety of computer programs
including Microsoft Office, mapping and design software relevant to civil projects
• Valid BC Drivers Licence with Trailer and Air Brakes Endorsement
• RCMP Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract (required)
WAGES AND BENEFITS
Wages: The current salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000.
Benefits for the position
o The position offers the full range of standard coverage for benefits, including Municipal
Pension Plan, extended health, dental, life insurance, AD & D, MSP, and short- and longterm disability.
o The position offers 15 days of vacation per year; sick time is accrued at 1.5 days per
month.
Other Advantageous Considerations:
o The District of Port Edward will support the candidate with professional development
opportunities to grow your skills and further your career.
o The District will provide relocation assistance if you are moving to the area.
o The District also offers rental housing for a maximum period of 6 months.
▪ Port Edward is accessible by road and by air.
▪ The nearest airport is Prince Ruper Airport, which has regular flights to and from
Vancouver.
▪ The airport is a 20 minute drive to Port Edward.
▪ Two-bedroom houses in the area start around $400,000.
▪ Commuting from the nearby City of Prince Rupert is an easy 15 minute drive.