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Public Works Superintendent
The Resort Municipality of Osoyoos, BC, located in the beautiful south Okanagan Valley, is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Superintendent.
Position Information
Reporting to the Director of Operational Services, the Town of Osoyoos is seeking a motivated individual to coordinate, assign, and review the work of approximately 10-15 staff in the Operational Services Department. The ideal candidate would have strong communication and leadership skills to lead the Public Works side of the department. The Public Works Superintendent works cooperatively and collaboratively with diverse work groups in the organization, can establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, external agencies, and organizations, and can liaise effectively with other departments.
This position plans and develops strategies for the most effective use of available resources to complete the numerous maintenance activities the Operations Department performs daily. These activities will include operating and maintaining roads, parks, and the Town’s Cemetery.
The successful candidate will provide input on hiring external contractors for various maintenance activities, administer the commissioning process for capital assets, and verify that inspections, approvals, certificates, warranties, operating and maintenance manuals, and as-built drawings have been completed. This position also provides input in planning for future infrastructure needs and troubleshooting all aspects of the Operational Services Department.
The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of related experience in the operation and maintenance of parks, green space, roads, fleet, facilities, and Cemetery management and 2-3 years of supervisory experience. Formal training in parks and road maintenance, an undergraduate degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, or a Diploma in Civil Engineering would be preferred.
Osoyoos is situated in a unique and special environment that includes the warmest freshwater lake in Canada and the warmest annual temperature. It is Canada’s only true desert with the lowest annual precipitation and Sonoran Desert flora and fauna. Surrounded by stunning vistas, beautiful vineyards, fabulous golf courses, and other outdoor amenities, it is an extraordinary area to visit, play in, and live in. Visit the Destination Osoyoos website to see what we can offer!
The Town of Osoyoos offers a comprehensive benefits package. The salary compensation range is $91,549 – $101,722 (2023 Rate). The Town of Osoyoos has a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a supportive and inclusive work environment. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.osoyoos.ca or email [email protected] with a letter of interest and resume by 4:00 PM, on, Friday, May, 3, 2024.
A full job description and more information about our Town is available at www.osoyoos.ca.
Box 3010, 8707 Main Street, Osoyoos BC, V0H 1V0 | T 250.495.6515 | T/F 1888.495.6515
[email protected] | www.osoyoos.ca
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $91,549.00 to $101,722.00 Year
