The District of Saanich is seeking an experienced operational manager for the Municipal Fleet Centre, Fleet Assets and Solid Waste Collection Services which includes the garden waste drop-off, leaf collection, boulevard litter control and bus shelter maintenance.
The ideal candidate is an innovator who has demonstrated leadership in the field of sustainable fleet and solid waste services and customer service excellence.
As a leader in corporate sustainability, the Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring innovative and cost-effective waste diversion and fleet operation strategies that meet corporate sustainability goals. This includes reducing corporate greenhouse gas emissions through an advanced sustainable fleet maintenance management system and E3 Fleet initiatives.
The Manager serves as part of the Public Works management team jointly responsible for intra and inter-departmental cooperation, corporate policy development, and implementation of the Division, Department and District Strategic Plans.
Qualified applicants will possess a Bachelor’s Degree including technical courses related to the work (preference given to Mechanic Engineering); eligibility for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (APEGBC) or with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC); professional knowledge and experience in the principles, methods, equipment and tools of the automotive mechanical trade including trucks and heavy construction equipment; possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain the British Columbia Inspection Facility Operator Certification and Vehicle Inspection Facility Designation Permit; four years of progressive experience in managing a fleet maintenance facility/programs and solid waste service operations; a valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s Licence along with a personal vehicle available for use as and when required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The annual salary for this exempt position is $95,660 to $111,885 with an excellent benefits package. Role profile and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on FRIDAY, JULY 28, 2017 quoting competition 153.17 to: Human Resources, District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2W7 (Fax 250-475-5550) or Email careers@saanich.ca. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.