General Manager, Operations & Fleet

Peterborough County; Douro-Dummer; On-site; CAD 164,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional municipality in Douro-Dummer, Ontario is seeking a General Manager, Operations & Fleet. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Civil Engineering, with at least 7 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include overseeing public works operations, managing budgets, and ensuring effective interdepartmental relationships. This full-time permanent position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a positive work culture.

Benefits

4-day work week during summer

Company vehicle access

Paid time off, OMERS pension enrollment

Health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Class G license and clean driver's abstract are required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Municipal Public Works environment.
• Experience in Road Maintenance / Fleet Management required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the County's Public Works Operations Division.
• Develop and manage annual and long-term budgets for the division.
• Maintain effective relationships with government and public agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

3 year diploma in Civil Engineering or related field

Certified Road Supervisor - Senior designation

Job description

Posting Details:

• Application Deadline: December 19, 2025 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Position Status: Full-time, permanent
• Estimated Start Date: February 2026
• Openings: 1 vacancy
• Hourly Rate: $78.92 - $92.84 per hour, or $164,154 - $193,107 annually (rate effective October 3, 2025)
• Hours per Week: 40 hours per week. On call and work outside of normal business hours are a requirement of this position.
• Position Location: Douro, Ontario. Please be advised that this location is not accessible through public transportation.
• Position Group: Non-Union, Senior Management Group
• Competition #: NUG-25-24

We're on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you're ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist – we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations. Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together!

What you'll do:

The General Manager, Operations & Fleet plans, organizes, directs and integrates the County’s Public Works Operations Division of the Planning, Development & Public Works Department. Including the supporting leadership, the General Manager provides oversight for operational divisions including Roads, Fleet, Waste Management and Facilities that includes a team of ~36 full time and up to ~15 seasonal staff. The General Manager plans, co-ordinates, delivers and monitors work activities while ensuring related business, administrative, supervisory and safety objectives are achieved and provides strong leadership in the development of short and long-term operational/capital requirements, annual budgets, asset management and contractor management.

The position develops and maintains effective working relationships at all levels of government, with external agencies/partners, internal departments and the public, and is responsible for setting and accomplishing departmental objectives and goals within the guidelines and resources established by County Council and the Chief Administrative Officer.

• Division Oversight: Works collaboratively with the Operations Supervisors to ensure the maintenance, operations work plans and activities within the County road network are completed. Provides leadership and support to the managers of the Facilities and Waste Management streams on related projects and initiatives.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Develops, implements and monitors the annual and long-term budget for the division. Works with individual streams to review and approve operating budgets.
• Employee Relations: Acts as a point of contact to front-line staff to answer questions and provide support, including clarifying operational directions, providing strategic updates, etc. Works collaboratively with People Services representative during staff recruitment, labour management meetings and disputes, health & safety, and employee coaching.

In accordance with County Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Selection Process:

Get ready to showcase your skills! The selection process is expected to take place in early January 2026. Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Only candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be contacted.

This job is for you if…

• Our non-negotiables: You have a 3 year diploma in Civil Engineering or related field, and on-the-job experience in a roads maintenance capacity. You have a valid Ontario Class G license and a clean driver's abstract.
• Training & Designations: You have obtained the Certified Road Supervisor - Senior designation from the Association of Ontario Roads Supervisors (AORS), or have a willingness to obtain once in the role.
• Experience: You have a minimum of 7 years progressive experience, preferably in a Municipal Public Works environment. Our ideal candidate would have gained experience working in Road Maintenance / Fleet Management and has a working knowledge/understanding of Facilities Maintenance and Waste Management activities. You have experience supervising in a unionized environment and take pride in fostering collaboration, customer service delivery and continual improvement.
• Communication: You are a strong communicator and understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships. You are comfortable talking to people of all levels in an organization, and are comfortable shifting your delivery style to accommodate different groups. You have a demonstrated ability to think on your feet and make urgent decisions, as well as know when a situation requires a step back and further thought before moving forward.
• Perks: You are interested in a 4-day work week with Fridays off during the summer, access to a company vehicle and enjoy seeing your work directly improve the experience for County residents!
• Benefits: You want to work for an organization that offers paid time off, OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, disability coverage and life insurance.
• Culture: You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities. Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!
• Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace!

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.

If you require this information in an accessible format or would like a copy of the full job description, please contact the People Services Department at [e-mail]. Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.