Job Description:

The Municipality of McCreary is inviting applications for the position of Municipal Public Works Operations Foreman.  This position is under the direction of Council and the Chief Administrative Officer and the Public Works Operations Foreman is responsible for active management, administration and delivery of all municipal works, programs and services related to the Public Works Department (including the water treatment plant).

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

• Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence as a minimum;
• At least five years of previous work experience supervising and managing work activities;
• Knowledge and experience in a municipality or related environment;
• Be mechanically inclined and have knowledge of operation and maintenance of motor graders, tractors, mowers and other equipment;
• Knowledge of rural and urban road maintenance, waste disposal grounds management and water utility facilities;
• Class 1 Water and Wastewater Facility Operators Certificate or willingness to obtain;
• Aptitude using computer software (Microsoft word and excel) would be an asset;
• Ability to keep accurate records, prepare reports and complete online applications as required;
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills;
• Additional training/safety certificates will be considered an asset.

We offer a benefit package following successful completion of a probationary period of employment; salary to commensurate with previous experience and qualifications. The full job description is available upon request.

Please submit resume with three work-related references and a copy of Manitoba Driver’s Licence to the address set out below.

This position commences as soon as possible and applications will be accepted until position is filled.   We thank all candidates for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Municipality of McCreary

Attention:     Lorilee Ryzner, CAO

Box 338 – 432 First Avenue

McCreary, Manitoba      R0J 1B0

Telephone:   (204) 835-2309

Fax:                (204) 835-2649

Email:             municipality@mccreary.ca