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Description

The Rural Municipality of Biggar No. 347 invites applications for the full-time permanent position of Assistant Foreman. This position is directly responsible to the Council, Administrator and Foreman.
This position will interest you if:
You possess the skills to motivate a dedicated staff of 6-10 crew employees;
You are self-motivated with a good work ethic;
You are a proactive planner who identifies, and documents all needs of the municipality;
You work well in a team environment as a leader;
You possess the skills to treat everyone with respect;
You are willing to be trained in occupational safety, asset management, contract administration, budget and cost controls and use these skills for team leadership and supervisory techniques.

Qualifications/skills:
Public works experience as it relates to municipal operational functions and equipment, including working knowledge of project management and municipal regulations;
Considerable knowledge of municipal infrastructure, including methods, practices, specifications, and techniques used in conjunction, with operations and maintenance of, roads, drainage, and other facilities;
Capable of operating and servicing various equipment such as tractor/mower, grader, semi/trailer, track-hoe, dozer etc.
Effective Management, team building, facilitation, leadership, and supervisory strengths, with a commitment to continuous improvement;
Effective interpersonal and communication skills;
Good organizational and record-keeping skills including word and excel;
Have grade 12 or GED equivalent;
Valid Class 1A Driver's License

The Rural Municipality of Biggar No. 347 offers a pension plan and benefits package. The salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. The position will remain open until a suitable applicant is employed. For the Assistant Foreman job description, contact our office for more information.