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PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT
Department: Public Works
Salary: $82,500
Position Overview
This position effectively and efficiently manages, supervises, coordinates and directs all
activities of the Public Works Department according to the policies of Council, statutes and
regulations of Ontario and bylaws affecting municipal public works operations. The
Superintendent also serves as a visible partner in the community and workplace, championing
community engagement, development, and sustainability.
Job Description
The Public Works Superintendent is a vital role that directly reports to the Chief Administrative
Officer (CAO) or alternate. They oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of
municipal infrastructure, systems, and the overall supervision of Public Works personnel.
Infrastructure and systems include roadways, sidewalks, and boulevards; stormwater and
wastewater sewers and drainage; winter control systems; water distribution; the water and
wastewater plants; the cemetery, marina, landfill, and recycling depot; municipal-owned
buildings, public works equipment, and fleet.
The Superintendent is responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective delivery of
services, which includes designing, budgeting, and implementing infrastructure projects. They
also guide and motivate the public works staff to deliver municipal services efficiently while
creating a workplace culture founded on trust and transparency. Moreover, the Superintendent
recommends policies, plans, and programs that will strategically benefit Nipigon, being
innovative, practical, and fiscally sound.
1. Essential Responsibilities
a. Manage the day-to-day operation of the Public Works Division including the
management of the Public Works supervisor and union employees, and provide
effective leadership and complaint resolution in a unionized work environment.
b. Oversee the principles and practices of public works administration as applied to the
design, construction and maintenance of street, sanitary and storm sewer drainage
systems, water distribution systems and other public works facilities and services.
c. Assist in the development, preparation, and monitoring of operating and capital
budgets, manage and control approved fiscal allocations, and approve major purchases
and expenditures.
d. Ensure the Township’s drinking water and wastewater plants are being operated in
accordance with provincial quality standards and regulations.
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e. Act with independence within policy guidelines, relevant legislation, and contracts;
including requirements set out by the Municipal Act, Highway Traffic Act, and
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
f. Effectively plan, prioritize and manage operating/capital budgets, annual work
schedules and projects in a multi-function department while considering overall
progress and goals.
g. Assist and work closely with the Township’s contracted Chief Building Official (CBO) to
provide services required under the Ontario Building Code Act.
h. Maintain a supportive working relationship with the public, staff and customers to
resolve issues and concerns.
i. Prepare and conduct monthly Public Works Committee meetings; attend regular council
meetings as required.
j. Available to respond during Town emergencies and member of the Emergency
Management Program Committee (EMPC) the management team that oversees the
development, implementation and maintenance of an organization’s emergency
management program.
2. Essential qualifications
a. College diploma or university degree preferably from a Civil Engineering Technology or
Technician program preferred, with substantial related experience.
b. Experience in a supervisory position within a unionized workforce in a progressive public
sector environment or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which
demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of the position.
c. Working knowledge of computers, principles and practices, methods, materials and
equipment used in the construction and maintenance of municipal infrastructure.
Effective written, oral and communication skills to deal tactfully with the public and
other municipal employees. Practiced problem-solving and investigative skills.
d. Strong leadership skills with the ability to interpret and apply collective agreement rules
consistently and fairly.
e. Knowledge and understanding of asset management practices.
f. Experience supervising construction, repair and operations of water distributions, repair
and maintenance of streets, sanitary sewer collection and disposal, storm drainage
systems, sidewalks etc. and other public infrastructure.
g. Experience and knowledge related to the requirements set out by the Municipal Act,
Highway Traffic Act, and Occupational Health & Safety Act.
h. Willing to complete required courses and exams to attain a Building Code Identification
Number (BCIN)
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3. Other Qualifications (These qualifications will be considered an asset)
a. Trained in the Safe Drinking Water Act and applicable regulations (i.e. relating to Operator
Certification, Drinking Water Quality Standards, etc.).
b. Ontario Ministry of the Environment (MOE) certification in Water Distribution and
Wastewater Collection;
c. Completion of Class I Waste Water Collection System Certificate of Competency
d. Certified Road Supervisors Senior Certificate would be an asset
e. Trained in the Ontario Water Resources Act and applicable regulations
f. Road Supervisors Senior Certificate in accordance with the
Association of Ontario Road Superintendents Certification Program.
g. Municipal experience.
h. Working knowledge of all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, codes and
regulations governing the administration of public works functions and activities.
i. Emergency management operations courses and experience.
j. Knowledge of GIS systems
4. Certifications, Memberships, Licenses
a. Preference for Civil Engineering Technology (CET) designation or qualified to apply for
their CET, or Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng designation with PEO).
b. Membership with OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and
Technologists) or the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers is preferred.
c. Valid Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence.
Work Environment/Hours of Work
• This position works both indoors and outdoors.
 The office location will be in the Municipal Office at 52 Front Street.
 Hours of work – this position works weekday hours, with occasional evening and weekend
hours.
 Frequent meetings with the Public Works Department, the C.A.O. or alternate, the
Administrative Clerk, contractors, and other staff.
 Work may be subject to deadlines to meet Corporate and statutory requirements.
Benefits
This permanent full-time position will receive benefits including participation in the OMERS
pension plan (mandatory), vacation entitlement and a comprehensive benefits package that
includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long-term disability,
extended health and dental benefits following the successful completion of a 3 month waiting
period.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter by
4:00 PM (EST) Friday, July 12, 2024
addressed to Linda Berube, Deputy Clerk-Treasurer
The Township of Nipigon, 52 Front St., PO Box 160, Nipigon, ON P0T 2J0
or by email to:
The Township is an equal-opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. Please
inform us if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally
during the recruitment and selection process. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom
Information and Privacy Protection Act, all information collected under the authority of the
Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used only during the selection process for the subject of this
posting.
The full Job Description can be found on the Township of Nipigon Website at
https://www.nipigon.net/invest-grow/business-development/employment-opportunities