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Town of HintonOperations Supervisor Job TypeManagement / AdministrationOrganizationTown of HintonCompetition Number26-38Closing dateSep 16, 2026Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Operations Manager, this position will primarily be responsible for day-to-day leadership and technical oversight for public works and fleet services. This position plans, schedules and supervises the activities of solid waste collection, roads, signage, and fleet maintenance. The work performed includes preparing and managing budgets, coordinating contractors, and maintaining service levels, asset reliability, and public satisfaction across all seasons.WORK RESPONSIBILITIESPublic Works and Transportation Develop, maintain, and schedule work programs to ensure year-round traffic flow including but not limited to road, sidewalk, curb, gutter, and hard boulevard surface maintenance Maintain all roads and lanes including snow removal, winter sanding, street sweeping, signage, signals, grading gravel surfaces, and back lanes Oversee storm water management including storm pipe, hatch, and culvert maintenance Plan and supervise road maintenance programs including grading, patching, crack sealing, dust control, and gravel road upkeep Oversee drainage, culverts, storm water infrastructure, signage, and traffic controls Coordinate seasonal work including street sweeping, snow and ice control, and sanding Oversee and coordinate the residential and commercial solid waste and recycling collection program, and liaise with regional landfill authority partners for waste and collection disposal services Develop seasonal work plans and allocate labour and equipment resources Inspect worksites, track work orders, and monitor levels of service Respond to resident service requests Coordinate and supervise contractors as needed to support departmental operations Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repairs of utility systemsShop and Office Support Functions Oversee municipal fleet and heavy equipment lifecycle planning including procurement, specifications, and replacement Manage preventive maintenance schedules, fuel management, parts inventory, and shop safety Maintain Town-owned facilities including the garage, yard, and cold storagePeople, Safety, and Budget Support employee development, training, certification progression, and performance management in collaboration with Human Resources Supervise, plan, direct, and schedule the activities of public works and fleet maintenance Encourage teamwork and reward outstanding contributions for individual and group efforts Administer and coordinate training and safety programs and monitor workforce requirements Identify recruitment requirements and participate in the recruitment process and interviews Communicate organization and Department directives, goals, standards, policies, and procedures Lead Occupational Health and Safety practices including hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and incident investigations Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets, and contribute to multi-year infrastructure and fleet replacement planning Prepare tenders, requests for proposals, requests for quotations, and council reports Manage, operational and capital projects, utilizing contractor and staff effectively for Public Works, and Fleet Service Areas Identify Capital Infrastructure Replacement needs, and provide input and assistance to the operations manager in developing and maintaining the long-term capital infrastructure replacement plan Responsible to work within the operating budget and report anomalies to the Operations ManagerMiscellaneous Participate in applicable committees Provide advice and assistance to the Development & Infrastructure Engineer and Operations Manager Undertake other duties as assigned May be assigned a role within the Emergency Coordination Centre (ECC) for Disaster ServicesQUALIFICATIONS Post-Secondary Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Environment