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The Manager of Infrastructure Planning position is responsible for the management, operation, and administration of the Infrastructure Planning Branch within the Engineering Department. This position is responsible for leading the City of Barrie’s long-range strategic planning of infrastructure that pertains to water, wastewater, stormwater, parks and transportation. Additionally, this position provides functional and technical expertise with respect to the review, assessment and recommendation of methods, alternatives and programs to optimize the lifespan and investment of the City’s infrastructure and to meet the City’s future growth needs and requirements. Overall, this position plays an integral role in establishing and maintaining the foundation for effectively managing the City’s infrastructure, which will enable the City to provide cost-effective municipal services, promote economic development, protect the environment, and ensure the safety of residents and visitors to the City of Barrie.

Applicants must have:
•Three (3) College Diploma in Engineering Technology, Planning, Business or related discipline. A four (4) year University Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline is preferred.
•Professional Engineer’s (P. Eng.) Licence from Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is preferred
•Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute is preferred.
•Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing with a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business

Experience
•Six (6) years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure planning/engineering and/or a related complex, multi-issue work environment, including supervisory experience. Ten (10) years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure planning/engineering is preferred. Five (5) years of progressive supervisory/management experience in a unionized work environment is preferred

Knowledge/Skill/Ability
•Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal legislation/regulations including, but not limited to, the following:
oMunicipal Act
oOntario Occupational Health and Safety Act
oDevelopment Charges Act
oEnvironmental Assessment Act
oOntario Water Resources Act
oClean Water Act
oDrainage Act
oHighway Traffic Act
•Working knowledge of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process
•Working knowledge of professional engineering principles, practices and standards.
•Working knowledge of management principles, labour relations principles, collective agreement administration, and contemporary management practices.
•Working knowledge of municipal government functions, services and responsibilities.
•Demonstrated ability to:
othink and act strategically in a political and community service environment;
olead, coach, advise and support staff;
obuild strong and enthusiastic staff teams and external alliances/partnerships;
odevelop, promote and maintain effective and collaborative liaison with City employees, contract service provider, and contacts in other government and community organizations;
omaintain a high standard of public relations at all times;
olead and inspire innovation and the adoption of best practices;
oalign Branch programs/services with departmental and corporate goals/objectives; and
ochampion the mission and values of the City

The 2014 salary range is $98,480 to $119,701 per year. For full details regarding this position please visit our website at www.barrie.ca.

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The City of Barrie is committed to providing excellence in municipal services for the 140,000+ citizens of this vibrant and prosperous community, one of the fastest growing and most beautiful lakefront cities in Ontario.

The Manager of Corporate Asset Management position is responsible for the management, operation, and administration of the Corporate Asset Management Branch within the Engineering Department. This position is responsible for the City of Barrie’s long-range asset management planning and implementation to ensure sustainable management of all current and future City assets, the City’s tangible capital asset reporting to the Public Sector Accounting Board, and the development of policies and standards to ensure the City is building sustainable infrastructure for the future. Additionally, this position is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Corporate Asset Management Strategy and Plans, which includes responsibility for appropriate data collection and analysis, prioritization of needs, and preparation of the annual capital plan for all corporate assets in close coordination with other Corporate Departments through the Corporate Asset Management Working Group. Overall, this position plays an integral role in establishing and maintaining the foundation for effectively managing the City’s infrastructure, which will enable the City to provide cost-effective municipal services, promote economic development, protect the environment, and ensure the safety of residents and visitors to the City of Barrie.

Applicants must have:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
•Three (3) year College Diploma in Engineering Technology, Planning, Business or related discipline. A Four (4) year University Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline is preferred.
•Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing with a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
•Professional Engineer’s (P. Eng.) Licence from Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is preferred.
•Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute is preferred.

Experience
•Six (6) years of progressive experience in a municipal asset management/capital budget planning or related work environment, including supervisory experience. Ten (10) years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure planning/engineering is preferred. Five (5) years of progressive supervisory/management experience in a unionized work environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability
•Working knowledge of municipal asset management, including but not limited to strategy development and implementation, infrastructure condition assessment, risk assessment, capital budget planning, levels of service, life-cycle cost analysis, cash flow analysis, etc.
•Working knowledge of municipal infrastructure engineering, management, operations and maintenance practices.
•Working knowledge of professional engineering principles, practices and standards.
•Working knowledge of accounting and financial practices in the development of municipal capital plans and tangible capital asset reporting.
•Working knowledge of data acquisition and management.
•Working knowledge of the rapidly evolving field of asset management through involvement in an industry association or network.
•Working knowledge of federal, provincial, and municipal legislation/regulations.
•Working knowledge of management principles, labour relations principles, collective agreement administration, and contemporary management practices.
•Working knowledge of municipal government functions, services and responsibilities.

The 2014 salary range is $98,480 to $119,701 per year. For full details regarding this position please visit our website at www.barrie.ca.

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Job Classification Title SUPERINTENDENT PLANT PROCESSES & OPS
Requisition # 2137852 X
Division Toronto Water
Section Wastewater Treatment
Work Location ASHBRIDGES BAY TREATMENT PLANT 9 LESLIE ST
Job Stream Operations & Maintenance
Job Type Permanent, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $98,298.20 - $115,515.40 / Year
Hours of Work (bi-weekly) 70.00
Shift Information n/a
Wage Grade 7.5
Affiliation Non-Union
Job Code (PSG) TM2058
Number of Positions Open 1
Posting Date 08-Jun-2015
Expiry date 19-Jun-2015

Job Description
To provide effective leadership, management and coordination of staff and equipment engaged in the operations and maintenance of a major complex wastewater treatment facility for the City of Toronto.

Major Responsibilities:
•Supervises, motivates and trains assigned staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning, and encouraging innovation in others.
•Supervises day-to-day operations and maintenance activities, including the coordination and review of work plan of activities and projects to ensure effective, efficient operations and maintenance.
•Authorizes and coordinates vacation and overtime requests
. •Monitors and evaluates staff performance, approves salary increments and recommends disciplinary action, when necessary.
•Implements detailed plans and recommends policies and procedures regarding program-specific requirements.
•Provides input into, and administers, the assigned budget, ensuring that expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.
•Assists the Senior Manager and other Superintendents with the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and works collaboratively with the Manager, Engineering Services.
•Coordinates the organization, staffing and operational activities for the assigned work areas within a complex wastewater treatment plant, including assuming responsibility for critical decisions regarding operational changes, process control, maintenance priorities, scheduling and regulatory compliance.
•Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
•Recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant.
•Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures, identifies resource needs, reviews with appropriate management staff, and implements improvements.
•Coordinates and reviews the work plan for operations and maintenance functions, services and activities at the wastewater treatment plant, assigns work activities and projects, monitors work flow, reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures, and meets with staff to identify and resolve issues.
•Monitors the overall operational performance of the assigned work areas and interprets test results in order to ensure full regulatory compliance.
•Oversees the work of front-line supervisors, monitors preventative and corrective maintenance on all plant equipment using the work maintenance management system, and uses and interprets the SCADA control systems.
•Serves as a team member on capital works project teams involving other City staff, outside consultants, suppliers, and contractors.
Oversees the development and implementation of plans and programs to improve the efficiency of operations, including cost control programs, staff utilization studies and work method improvements
. •Oversees, and participates in, the maintenance of records and related documentation, and prepares performance and other reports detailing workload and activities.
•Coordinates wastewater treatment plant activities with other units within Toronto Water and other organizations, and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
•Represents the Wastewater Treatment Section on a variety of internal and external committees.
•Prepares staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
•Participates in public meetings, as necessary.
•Interacts with regulatory agencies on issues relating to the wastewater treatment plant performance and inspections by regulatory authorities.
•Attends, and participates in, professional and industry organizations, and stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance.
•Responds to, and resolves, citizen and staff inquiries, concerns and complaints in a timely and effective manner, and responds to requests from regulatory agencies.

Key Qualifications:
1. Considerable management experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the wastewater treatment industry.
2. Experience in the preparation of financial budgets and monitoring of expenditures.
3. Proven ability to manage a multidisciplinary staff, including hiring and handling labour relations issues in a unionized environment.
4. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of facility operations, and modern management applicable to wastewater treatment facilities and related equipment.
5. Ability to plan and build reliability and efficiencies in wastewater facilities, to ensure uninterrupted services.
6. A thorough knowledge of the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) and related Regulations, and other government legislation pertaining to municipal wastewater treatment.
7. Proven ability to train and develop staff for improved performance and efficiency.
8. Being a member of Professional Engineers Ontario and/or holding a Class IV Wastewater Treatment Operator’s Licence, issued under the Ontario Regulation 453/93 as amended under the Ontario Wastewater Resources Act, an asset.
9. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
10. Proficiency in various competencies that include highly developed human relations skills, with the ability to communicate both orally and in writing at all levels of the organization, negotiate and develop solid internal and external relationships.
11. Excellent computer, analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
12. Ability to develop project and resource plans.
13. Familiarity with government legislation related to wastewater operations in the area of occupational health and safety.

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COUNTY OF HALIBURTON is seeking a Director of Public Works

The Haliburton Highlands is a vibrant region located in Central Ontario. Four municipalities make up the County of Haliburton: Algonquin Highlands, Dysart et al, Highlands East and Minden Hills. There are over 600 clear lakes, stunning scenery and it is only a 2 ½ hour drive from the Greater Toronto Area. The Haliburton Highlands is well known as cottage country for many, an active community of artists, independent businesses, outdoor enthusiasts and for those enjoying a relaxed and vibrant lifestyle. This could be your location to live, work and play – come and join us in #MyHaliburtonHighlands.

Reporting to the CAO, the Director of Public Works is responsible for providing engineering, leadership and management expertise to ensure the safe, efficient and effective operation of the County road system, Haliburton County Rail Trail Corridor, County Municipal Addressing System and facility maintenance.

We are seeking an experienced professional civil engineer who will work effectively with Council, staff and the public. You will have municipal work experience in road construction/maintenance and knowledge of relevant legislation. Strong leadership and communication skills will enable you to provide direction for departmental priorities. You will have proven progressive management experience that will enable you to be our Director of Public Works.

Closes: June 30, 2015 - 4:30 p.m.

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Posting for: City of London, Environmental & Engineering Services
Position: Transportation Design Engineer
File #: M-37-15E

The Corporation of the City of London strives to foster a workplace in which all individuals maximize their potential, regardless of their differences. We are committed to attracting, engaging, developing and celebrating exceptional people in public service who are representative of our community.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Division Manager IV, Transportation Planning & Design assists in the administration of the Transportation Program and provides Project Management for the design, construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure including roads, bridges and culverts.

Work Performed
Directs technical staff in the planning, design, contract preparation and construction of Transportation Infrastructure projects to resolve local issues. Liaises with Construction Administration.
Directs consultants, contractors and technical staff in the scheduling, environmental assessment, design, contract administration and construction of transportation infrastructure projects.
Supervises and reviews performance of personnel reporting to him/her and makes recommendations to the Division Head concerning hiring, salary adjustments, promotions, demotions and terminations.
Assists in the preparation and administration of the Current and Capital budgets for the Transportation Program.
Develops and recommends design criteria, construction standards and specifications for transportation infrastructure projects.
Administers capital projects including review of contract documents, evaluation of tenders, recommendation of the contract award and provides direction on changes to the project during construction.
Evaluates and recommends a program for the reconstructive maintenance of arterial roadways and bridges.
Prepares cost estimates for transportation infrastructure projects including external transportation projects required by development.
Provides technical advice and information to developers, consultants, other divisions and departments, government bodies, utility companies and the public.
Arranges and attends meetings with other departmental staff to plan, discuss and coordinate transportation infrastructure projects. Represents the Transportation Division Head in his/her absence in matters related to the design, construction and maintenance of the transportation infrastructure.
Participates in professional and technical organizations to further transportation planning, design and technical specifications.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario
Five years related experience

Salary - $75,761 to $102,154

Closes: June 21, 2015

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