Supervisor, Operations (Public Works)

Posted on: Dec 11, 2025

Posted by: Lamont County

Summary

Lamont County is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are looking for a Supervisor, Operations with our Public Works Department.

Lamont County is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the direct supervision, scheduling, and implementation of road maintenance functions including the gravel program, dust abatement program, winter snowplowing, sanding operations, and signage maintenance.

The Infrastructure Supervisor manages the road maintenance staff including truck drivers, equipment operators, and labourers. They will ensure that health & safety, in-service training, performance management, and County policies are being enforced.

Key Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Directly supervises and manages the road maintenance staff, including all truck drivers, equipment operators and labourers.

· Conducts performance management among staff, provide in-service training, coaching, and mentoring.

· Ensures all County policies and procedures are being adhered to by all staff.

· Maintains a positive work environment that promotes staff participation and teamwork.

· Coordinates road maintenance operations under direction of the Operations Manager.

· Participates in emergency situations such as natural disasters and assist with traffic control.

· Ensures safe work practices are always monitored and adhered to.

· Answers inquiries and concerns from the public; manages and prioritizes a high volume of work orders with the budget, weather and resources available.

· Regularly views road maintenance activities, make recommendations if inefficiencies are recognized.

· Operates equipment when required.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

· Holds a Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License (Class 1 or 3 considered an asset).

· Five or more years’ supervisory experience in rural roads maintenance and construction practices.

· Strong working knowledge of municipal public works is an asset.

· High School diploma or GED at minimum.

· Proficient computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office applications.

· Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and provide positive leadership to staff.

· Holds strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders (rate payers, Council).

· Light and heavy-duty equipment operating skills.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

· A satisfactory and valid Drivers’ Abstract.

· A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

This position is based on a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, with some overtime as required.

Lamont County offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefit package and participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan. This competition is open to internal and external candidates and will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Type

Full-time

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Posting ID: 35660

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