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 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.

Preferred Abilities , Education & Training

7 years experience related to operations within a local government, including sewer and water systems, road design and maintenance, parks maintenance and fleet maintenance;
5 years experience in a managerial position or higher with extensive knowledge in public works operations;
Project  Management and Infrastructure planning;
Certification under the BCWWA and certification in water and wastewater operations through the Environmental Operators Certification Program would be an asset.

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 4:00 pm on September 11, 2015 via mail, email or fax to: