Public Works Foreman

Town of Peace River; Peace River; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Employment

Job summary

The Town of Peace River is seeking a Public Works Foreman to lead our field-based team responsible for roads, water and sewer systems, fleet, and emergency response in Peace River. This hands-on leadership role reports to the Public Works Manager and emphasizes safe, efficient operations and strong team support.

The ideal candidate has municipal public works experience, strong communication skills, safety leadership, and the ability to respond effectively during emergencies to serve the

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of municipal public works experience (or engineering consulting experience supporting municipalities).
• Demonstrated experience in road construction and maintenance, water and sewer infrastructure construction and maintenance, fleet and facilities asset management.
• Practical knowledge of computer systems and business applications.
• Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake (Q) endorsement.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Advantage: Alberta Environment Level II WD certificate; Level II WWC certificate; APWA Supervisor Level Three course.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field-based Public Works team responsible for roads, sidewalks, water and sewer infrastructure, fleet, and emergency response.
• Collaborate with the Public Works Manager to plan, organize, and supervise daily operations.
• Promote safety, conduct hazard assessments, and halt work when safety concerns arise.
• Communicate effectively with management, field staff, and the public to deliver quality services.

Skills

Road construction

Water & sewer infra

Fleet management

Facilities management

Computer skills

Leadership & delegation

Safety leadership

Emergency response

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Town of Peace River is looking for a Public Works Foreman to lead the team responsible for maintaining the infrastructure our community depends on every day.

From roads and sidewalks to water systems, sewer infrastructure, fleet, and emergency response, Public Works plays a critical role in keeping Peace River safe, connected, and operating smoothly. We are looking for a leader who understands the work, supports their team, and takes pride in delivering quality services to the community.

Reporting to the Public Works Manager, this is a hands‑on leadership position for someone who enjoys being out in the field, solving problems, supporting employees, and making sure the job gets done safely and efficiently.

We are looking for someone with the following key characteristics:

• A leader who motivates team members and is proficient at delegating work, problem‑solving and decision making.
• An excellent communicator with the ability to communicate verbally and electronically to multiple levels in the organization including management, field staff, the public, and other departments.
• A helpful demeanor and positive attitude while dealing with the public, with a demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner at all times.
• A background working with a modern safety program including a practical and working understanding of ground disturbance, trenching safety, equipment safety, leading safety meetings, performing hazard assessments, and stopping work if necessary.
• This position requires someone with a helpful demeanor and positive attitude while dealing with the public, someone who is able to take action in emergency response (ie, during flooding, etc.) and a desire to be part of building a great community.

Required Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of municipal public works experience (or engineering consulting experience supporting municipalities).
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Road construction and maintenance
  • Water and sewer infrastructure construction and maintenance
  • Fleet and facilities asset management
• Practical knowledge and experience in computer systems and business applications;
• Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake (Q) endorsement.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Desired Technical Competencies

• Alberta Environment (AEP) unrestricted Level II Certificate in Water Distribution (WD);
• Alberta Environment (AEP) unrestricted Level II Certificate in Waste Water Collection (WWC);
• Completion or eligible to complete the APWA Public Works Supervisor Level Three course.

Full Time

• Permanent Employment

Salary: $94,307—$104,377 annually

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.