Road Snowplow Operator - Public Works

Competition # : 50215 Department: Public Works Location: Multiple Locations Type of Employment: Seasonal Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: �27-Oct-26���(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us 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. During the winter season, our Highway Operations Division operates 24/7; managing various programs and activities throughout our province, including snow and ice control services. This is your opportunity to support and ensure safe road network conditions throughout your assigned area. About Our Opportunity As the Winter Supervisor of Maintenance, you are responsible for supervising snow and ice control activities. We rely on your expert planning and organizational skills to assist with the effective use of equipment and resources. Primary Accountabilities You provide direction, technical support, and daily supervision, all the while monitoring and maintaining department levels of service. You will assist in the planning and coordination of routes, staffing, equipment assignments and repair, and oversee work on job sites. You ensure stocks of road salt and traction sand are replenished daily. In addition, you may also conduct preliminary site investigations, prepare cost estimates, and inspect maintenance contracts. You are solutions and client orientated; providing excellent service to the public and stakeholders. Qualifications and Experience The successful applicant will me