Competition # : 40047

Department: Public Works

Location: HEBBVILLE

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 14-Aug-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Building and maintaining our Provincial infrastructure is no small job.

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. We are responsible for managing major capital construction projects, snow and ice control services, along with road maintenance and repair services.

We’re recruiting for a Construction Supervisor to support the Western District. If you’re looking for an opportunity to explore the outdoors and beauty of Nova Scotia, and watch your hands-on experiences come to life as you support the development and construction of various projects, then this is the opportunity for you.

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the District Bridge Engineer, the Steel Bridge Supervisor plays a crucial role in maintaining the Department’s capital investment in steel bridges and ensuring the safety of the public that use these bridges. This involves inspecting steel bridges for damage or deterioration, planning, organizing and supervising the work of the Steel Bridge Crew and inspecting the completed work.

Primary Accountabilities

You are responsible for the final inspection of, repair or supporting the repair of, maintenance, fabrication, removal/replacement of steel structures (bridges) and the training/mentoring of employees. Also the planning and directing of bridge projects to ensure the overall safety of the crew and the public, completing the projects in a timely fashion and within budget.

Qualifications and Experience

High School completion and a 2 year Engineering Technology course along with 5 years of related experience with structural repairs; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

Frequent travel throughout your assigned area is a component of this position; as such, you must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable motor vehicle.

As the ideal candidate, you:

are a self-motivated individual who works well independently with minimal supervision;
currently have, or previously held, Four position S Classification to CSA Standard W47.1 Standard Welding Certification;
have a certified Welding Supervisor qualification registered with the Canadian Welding Bureau of Canada;
participate fully as an effective team player;
are experienced with current AutoCAD™ software packages designed for use in a surveying or engineering environment;
are familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and safe working practices; and
have experience in the use of spreadsheet software, word processing, and email applications.

Working knowledge of the various aspects of bridge and highway construction design standards, contract specifications, the Land Surveyors Act and familiarity working in a union environment would be considered assets.

You consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service. In this position, you will interact with the public, supervise a crew and monitor the work of contract personnel. As such, your ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing, develop strong relationships with clients, and think and act proactively is essential to your success.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one of more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentation, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

The great outdoors will be your worksite. You will have some time spent in an office environment, but most of your time will be spent outside during all seasons and various weather conditions on heavily-travelled roads or in rough, isolated areas of construction sites.

Additional Information

This position may require you to work extended hours / overtime and will involve significant travel throughout the Western District.

What We Offer

Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: TE 22

Salary Range: $2,178.43 - $2,561.85 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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