Located on the northern most tip of beautiful Vancouver Island, Port Hardy is a wilderness paradise that invites both locals and tourists to “Live the Adventure.” World-class diving, sports fishing, caving, kayaking and hiking are just a few of the excursions that provide year-round entertainment for the outdoors person. With a significant municipal infrastructure, a natural deep sea harbor, an extensive transportation network, which includes air, ferry and marine transport, the District offers the ability to support growth in population as well as new business and tourism.

The District of Port Hardy is seeking a results oriented professional who is passionate about improving service delivery and public service. This is a senior management position reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and a key member of the District’s management team.

The position is responsible for providing advice on the planning and operations of the District including, but not limited to: roads, water, sewer & storm systems, risk management, facility maintenance, recycling, parks, playfields and harbours.

Required Abilities, Education & Training

Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and conflict management resolution skills and experience in a unionized environment;
Proven ability to develop operating and capital budgets and oversee department expenditures;
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the department and to develop and implement strategic and tactical plans to ensure the department’s effectiveness;
Demonstrated experience in civil engineering, design, inspection of infrastructure and capital works projects with thorough knowledge of methods, material and construction practices and project management;
Thorough knowledge of Provincial Legislation relating to sewer, water and solid waste.
Ability to prepare and interpret comprehensive technical reports, plans, legal / contract tender documents, statutes, standards and bylaws.
Exceptional communication, computer and written skills.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma and a minimum of five years experience in a local government setting.

The District offers an excellent benefit package and competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a letter of interest, detailed resume and references by Monday May 11, 2015 via mail, email or fax to: