Highway Supervisor I-II

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Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Highway Supervisor I-II
Open
Bathurst District
Division of Val D ’Amour
(Campbellton Area)
Regular Positions

Who we are?
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure’s mission is to contribute to New Brunswick’s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do?

As a Highway Supervisor I-II, you will work under the direction of the Highway Maintenance Superintendent and be responsible for:

• Supervision of the division crew.
• Maintaining public relations with the community.
• Overseeing operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Providing effective winter maintenance of highways in accordance with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure’s policies and guidelines.

Work environment

• Office location:Val D’Amour( Just outside of Campbellton, NB)
• Work holidays, weekends, and/or variable hours
• Work in adverse road and weather conditions
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

Who you are?

Behavioural Competencies

• Developing Others
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Organizational Commitment
• Results Orientation
• Team Leadership, and
• Analytical Thinking/Judgment

Technical competencies:

• Human Resources Management
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Written Communication

Essential Qualifications

Highway Supervisor II:

• Diploma from a recognized two (2) year civil engineering technology program in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years of winter maintenance or winter and summer maintenance work experience which includes one (1) year of supervisory experience OR
• high school graduation of GED and six (6) years of winter maintenance or winter and summer maintenance work experience which includes (1) year of supervisory experience.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Possession of a valid New Brunswick Class 5 driver’s license is also required.

If there are no applicants with the above essential qualifications, we may consider applicants with the following qualifications and appoint at a lower classification.

Highway Supervisor I:

• Diploma from a recognized two (2) year civil engineering technology program in a related field and one (1) year of related work experience which includes one (1) year of supervisory experience OR
• high school graduation or GED and four (4) years of winter maintenance work or winter and summer maintenance work experience which includes one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Possession of a valid New Brunswick Class 5 driver’s license is also required
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Appointment to this position will be restricted to a local area resident.

Written and spoken competence in French and English is required. Please state your language capability.

Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate recent road construction and/or road maintenance experience. Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:
Highway Supervisor I:$1,625.00 to $1,994.00 bi-weekly (based on a 40-hour work week).
Highway Supervisor II: $1,785.00 to $2,186.00 bi-weekly (based on a 40-hour work week).

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your Health & Safety.

How to apply?

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your resume.

We encourage applicants to apply by email at [email protected] or by March 14, 2022 indicating competition number 2021-D01-08. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
District 01 - Bathurst
Human Resources
P. O. Box 476
Bathurst, NB E2A 3Z4
Telephone: (506) 547-2144

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Let’s connect. You belong here.