The Opportunity:
The Ministry of Highways is seeking a highly motivated Supervisor of Operations for the Yorkton Section within the Operation and Maintenance Division. You will supervise staff and provide guidance, coaching and leadership to a team within your geographic area and will be responsible for the operation and general maintenance of the provincial transportation network consisting of roads and highways.
The Ministry is committed to providing an integrated transportation system supporting economic growth and prosperity for Saskatchewan citizens. Safety is one of our core values and is part of who we are.
To qualify for this position, you will possess a valid Class 1A license. If you are invited to attend an interview for this position, you will be required to provide a current driver's abstract.
- Performs various highway maintenance functions in the summer and snow and ice removal during winter season.
- Operates, services, and maintains heavy equipment such as tandem trucks with hydrodrum, spinner, and snowplow attachments; motor graders; and front-end loaders.
- Maintains records and logs of hours of equipment operation hours, repairs, and materials applied to highways.
- Prepares informational reports to support effective road system management and ensures staff compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and ministry roadwork policies.
- Supervises a team and is accountable for program delivery within assigned areas.
- Interaction with the public, landowners, contractors, municipalities and towns to address questions, inquiries or concerns.
Job Capabilities:
In this leadership and supervisory role, we are seeking someone who:
- Holds themselves and others accountable for delivering on work expectations.
- Demonstrates innovation and supports their team to identify, iterate, and implement new solutions.
- Brings people together in a collaborative manner and builds relationships that deliver desired outcomes.
- Is inclusive, promotes, supports, and enables belonging, encourages diversity, and values all contributions.
- Is adaptable, anticipates the impact of change, models agility, and supports their team through ambiguity.
- Is outcomes-focused, enables their team to meet or exceed established goals, and balances longer term objectives with tactical execution.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
The successful candidate will have knowledge of procedures and equipment operation related to the proper operation, maintenance and service of heavy-duty motor equipment such as a motor grader/tandem truck; mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel and lubrication systems of heavy equipment; and the applied rate of various types of material in order to operate controls such as clutches, hydrodrums and levers. You will also have knowledge of workplace safety and traffic control procedures and occupational health, workplace hazardous materials and dangerous goods policies and practices.
To qualify for this position, you must possess a valid Class 1A operator's license and be willing and able to perform the physical labour, heavy lifting and climbing demands of the position. Contract or project management experience and/or knowledge of ice roads will be considered an asset.
Job Skills:
- Communication (Level B)
- Critical Thinking (Level A)
- Digital Skills (Level A)
- Interacting with Others (Level B)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
- Managing Self (Level A)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level C)
- Managing Organizational Resources (Level B)
- Managing Talent (Level B)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment to Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.
The Ministry of Highways provides a safe, reliable transportation system to support Saskatchewan’s growth and quality of life. We manage and develop an integrated sustainable transportation system that supports economic growth and promotes the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. Saskatchewan's road network is the largest in Canada which consists of around 26,500 km of provincial highways. We operate and maintain approximately 700 bridges, 12 ferries, one barge and 16 northern airports.
The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.
