Posted: June 26, 2024

Due to an upcoming retirement, The Town of Drumheller is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and safety orientated leader to fill the position of Operations Manager. As a key member of the Management Team, reporting to the Director of Infrastructure, the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, coordinating and daily supervision of the activities for the Town’s Operations department including, roads, bridges, signage, gravel and pavement management, solid waste collection and disposal and recycling services for the Town, open spaces maintenance, roadsides, public walkways, sidewalks, storm sewers, drainage and equipment and building management. They assist the Infrastructure Director in developing and implementing sound initiatives for short and long-term service delivery, oversees the daily activities of staff and contracted services, prepares and manages operating budgets, and undertakes capital projects as required. The successful incumbent will be a strategic and critical thinker who is passionate about team leadership, continuous operational improvements, innovation and collaboration, both internally and externally.

Requirements include:

• 5-7 year of progressively responsible experience in a leadership role, preferably in municipal operations and/or public works
• Level I Public works Supervisor Certification or other management/ leadership certification in a related field
• Preference given to those either enrolled in or holding a certificate in Engineering Technology or related discipline from a recognized post secondary institution
• Proven proficiency in mentoring, leading and developing diverse teams within a unionized environment
• Experienced in budget planning and management
• Strong project management and change management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with Municipal Government Act and other applicable provincial statutes, including OH&S
• Valid Class 3 driver’s license, preference Air Brake endorsement
• Ability to operate and maintain department machinery an asset

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