Field Supervisor - Operations (Roads)

Town of Innisfil; Innisfil; On-site; CAD 84,283 - 107,571; Full time

Job summary

A local municipal authority in Innisfil is seeking a Field Supervisor - Operations to lead the Roads team. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and responding to emergencies. Candidates should have a background in Civil Engineering, extensive experience in municipal operations, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of $84,283 - $107,571 per annum, with a focus on community service and safety, reflecting the organization's values.

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of municipal Operations Roads experience.
• Class DZ Driver’s License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Roads team and oversee daily operations.
• Ensure health and safety compliance on work sites.
• Respond to emergencies such as floods, storms, and power outages.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching and mentoring

Change management

Health and safety compliance

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Certified Road Supervisor (CRS)

Job description

Why Innisfil?

Join a community-focused team that thrives on doing things differently to better serve its residents. Innisfil is an award-winning municipality applying two hundred years of small-town independence and collaboration towards a future of innovation and prosperity. Strategically located next to several major urban centres, Innisfil’s central location combines big city access with small-town feel, high quality of life and a strong local workforce. With several exciting projects underway such as Orbit and the development of a new South Campus of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Innisfil is connected for business and poised for significant growth. Situated on the western shore of Lake Simcoe, Innisfil’s scenic landscape featuring miles of waterfront, woodlands and farm fields are natural assets that make Innisfil the perfect place to mix business and pleasure. Just minutes from desk to dock, Innisfil has something for everyone.

Why You?

Join the Operations Department at the Town of Innisfil, where your expertise is crucial to our "Community First. Future Ready. Balance Always." strategic vision. The Operations Department is responsible for overseeing public works including road and infrastructure maintenance ensuring safety and efficiency, as well as resilience in service delivery. If you are dedicated, proactive, and eager to make a positive difference in our community, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative leader to join our team in this upcoming vacancy as Field Supervisor - Operations (Roads)! In this role you will be responsible for the supervision and activities of the Roads team, as well as:

• Providing superior leadership through coaching, mentoring, change management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervising service area staff including participating on hiring committees, staff training, development, performance management/review, health and safety, collective agreement administration, discipline, and grievance response.
• Coordinating and assigning staff duties and responsibilities, delegating tasks to staff to be completed on a daily basis delivered in a safe and operationally efficient manner; visiting work sites to connect with staff, updating work assignments to ensure staff are working in a health and safety-minded manner.
• Facilitating and overseeing the administration of in-house and consultant administered infrastructure projects including the preparation of design criteria/plans/specifications; preliminary and detailed project material and cost estimates; conducting field inspection and site supervision and evaluating roadway surface and base conditions.
• Supervising the installation and construction of the work site according to contract requirements and verifying compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Region’s Health and Safety Policies & Procedures Manual and other Regulatory Agencies (MECP, MNRF, etc.).
• Proactively ensuring that all aspects of Health and Safety required by Town Policies and the Occupational Health and Safety are being actively addressed, monitored and complied with.
• Responding to emergencies, such as floods, power outages, storms, snow/ice, facility alarms and evacuation etc. and assists with emergency response as required.

The preferred candidate holds:

• Completion of post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Certifications or designations would be considered an asset: Certified Road Supervisor (CRS), accreditation through OACETT, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of municipal Operations Roads experience, along with three (3) years supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Class DZ Driver’s License in good standing and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business and availability to attend evening and/or weekend meetings or other events; and to respond to major emergencies as required.

Closing date is March 29, 2026.

The salary range for this position is $84,283 - $107,571 per annum (Based on a 35-hour week) and the successful candidate will be compensated within this range.

To learn more about the Town of Innisfil, to access the job description and to apply, please go to the current opportunities section on the Town’s website.

The Town of Innisfil is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces. We are passionate about attracting and retaining individuals who represent the diversity in our own community and beyond, as we work together to best serve our residents. We inspire one another in an inclusive environment where all individuals belong and are valued, respected and uplifted.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment and is pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Town of Innisfil may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select candidates.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please contact People & Talent.