Current Employment Opportunities

Director of Community Services

About Brockton:

About the Position:

Primary Responsibilities:

• As a member of the senior management team, this position will implement multiple strategic initiatives and serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Administrative Officer for initiatives with focus areas.
• Provides overall leadership and supervision of direct reports which includes work planning, scheduling, distribution and follow-up; staff mentoring/coaching and monitoring of working conditions; human resources administration.
• Prepare the Department’s annual business plan and budget (operating, capital) asset management process and participate in the review and approval of the budgeting process with Council.
• Seeks out, drafts and submits grant applications, administers and submits progress and claim reports.
• Coordinates the purchasing & procurement process for equipment and services for area of responsibility and makes recommendations to Council in accordance with the Purchasing and Procurement Policies of the Municipality.
• Scan the local environment and identify issues and areas, which need to be addressed by policy; providing administrative advice to municipal Council and the CAO on issues, alternatives and recommendations regarding policy implementation.
• Develops, recommends and implements marketing strategies for facilities, parks and services.
• Administers and maintains Parks, Recreation and Cultural facilities owned by the Municipality and as assigned.
• Coordinates projects and project oversite, provides direction to consultants and contractors on recreation projects and conducts on-site inspections.
• Responds to emergency situations especially due to weather conditions as they affect the recreation department or community at large.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Degree or Diploma or College Program in Recreation, Public Administration, Business/Commerce or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible work experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years related progressive management experience in recreation in a municipal environment, including a minimum of five years supervising a number of employees.
• Thorough knowledge of recreation and recreation services principles and practices, applicable Acts/Regulations/Standards and processes, infrastructure construction and maintenance, budget formulation, contract administration, provincial grant processes, local government functions/responsibilities, health and safety, and employee relations principles and practices.
• Strong communication (written, oral and interpersonal), analytical, report-writing, problem-solving, presentation, public relations, strategic planning, organizational, project/time management, leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; to work effectively at fostering good rapport and cooperative working relationships.
• Possess a valid Driver's Licence in good standing.

What we offer you:

• Competitive rate of pay depending on qualifications and experience.
• 35 hours per week with an overtime policy.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Enrolment in OMERS pension plan.
• Access to Employee Family Assistance Plan.
• Ability to work remotely.
• Development opportunities though training or continuous learning.

Applications:

Full-Time Heavy Equipment Operator

About Brockton:

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, the Municipality of Brockton is a friendly rural community with innovative industry and a vibrant downtown core. Brockton is a full-service community with a range of government services, top-notch schools and childcare, a hospital, community centres, and a wide array of outdoor recreation from golf, fishing, hiking and paddling the Saugeen river, to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Brockton is a wonderful place to live, work and play!

About the Position:

Reporting to the Operations Manager and assigned Lead Hand, the Heavy Equipment Operator operates and maintains Heavy Equipment and performs all related Public Works duties for the maintenance, construction, and operation of Municipally owned and operated infrastructure and facilities.

Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the roads department, including working early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Carries out work assignments, using a variety of heavy equipment and other vehicles, power and hand tools, including physically demanding and repetitive manual labour as directed by the Lead Hand or Roads Supervisor, including but not limited to Snow Plow Truck, Sidewalk Plow, Motor Grader, Backhoe, Dump Truck and Floating Heavy Equipment.
• Responsible for snow and ice removal on public roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, often in the early morning hours, for long consecutive hours, and during unfavourable road and weather conditions.
• Assists with construction projects and paving/ resurfacing preparation.
• Repairs and installs road and street signs
• Repairs and installs culverts
• Operates chain saws, mowers, wood chipper and other equipment to cut trees, clear brush and cut grass in a variety of locations, including but not limited to public access roadways.
• Performs grave opening and closing at the Cemetery with a backhoe and hand tools.
• Responds to Emergency call-outs at any time of day or night (eg. road closures, downed trees, flooding events, assisting Emergency Responders)

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Applicant must be able to report to the Walkerton, Greenock or Brant Shop within 30 minutes after being called.
• Holds a Valid Ontario Drivers Class AZ or DZ License with a clean drivers abstract.
• Minimum grade 12 Education or equivalent education.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Knowledge of the maintenance and operation of heavy equipment.
• Experience in operating snow plow, grader and back hoe an asset.
• Ability to drive in difficult driving conditions for long periods of time.

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What we offer you:

• Competitive rate of pay depending on qualifications and experience.
• Generous overtime policy.
• 42-44 hours per week (depending on the season).
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Enrolment in OMERS pension plan.
• Development opportunities though training or continuous learning.

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a professional, positive team environment with a comprehensive benefits package please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence immediately via e-mail or regular mail. This job will remain posted until the position is filled. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Subject: Heavy Equipment Operator – ‘Insert Candidate Name’

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist

100 Scott St., Box 68

WALKERTON, Ontario  N0G 2V0

(519) 881-2223

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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