Job Description

Job Information

Job Title: Operations & Maintenance Supervisor
Job Requisition ID: 81721
Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation
Location: Spruce Grove, Alberta
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Classification: Technologies 5
Salary: $2,942.13 to $3,874.98/ bi-weekly ($76,790 to $101,137/year)

Please Note The salary indicated is based on a 40-hour workweek, which is not reflected in the Minimum Recruitment Standard (MRS).

Are you an experienced Operations and Maintenance Technician? Do you have a background in inspecting, operating and maintaining equipment or infrastructure? The Water Infrastructure and Operations Branch may have a role for you!

This Branch is part of the Primary Agriculture Division within the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation which owns and operates a portfolio of more than 200 dams and other water management infrastructure projects /systems with a total replacement value over $12 billion. The portfolio includes 70 dams, approximately 535 kilometres canals, headworks /diversion structures, dikes and flood control structures.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for the policies, legislation, regulations, programs, and services that enable Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to flourish and contribute to Alberta’s economic recovery and growth. The ministry’s role is diverse, ranging from food safety and industry growth and diversification to increasing investment and supporting growth in rural Alberta. For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation please visit our website at: https://www.alberta.ca/agriculture-and-irrigation.aspx

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

Role Responsibilities

If you have a strong hands-on civil or mechanical aptitude and are interested in contributing to water management infrastructure in the province, then we have an opportunity for you as an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor.

Reporting to the area Team Lead, this role is critical in the on-going safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and inspections of large, complex, and high risk provincially owned water infrastructure projects over a large geographical area. These infrastructure systems vary significantly in scale and complexity, encompassing lake stabilization systems -- including dams classified as very high, high, significant, and low consequence -- as well as other water management and drainage structures such as canals, lake outlet works, and stabilization infrastructure. Each of these assets requires sophisticated, proactive operational oversight to ensure optimal performance and public safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the maintenance, repair and rehabilitation of all provincially owned water management infrastructure.
• Assists, directs and/or performs repair and maintenance activities on hydraulic infrastructure (dams, canals, dikes, drainage systems, etc.) and other specialized water control equipment.
• Participates in the development of on-site preventative maintenance programs.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of regular maintenance routines and major capital refurbishing of infrastructure as required.
• Identifies repair requirements, procures the resources required to effect repairs and coordinates on-site staff and/or contractors in the repair.
• Completes required scheduled inspections to determine changing site conditions, structural conditions and maintenance requirements.
• Inspects canals, rivers, dikes, drainage systems, reservoirs, dam structures, to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participates in monitoring and accurately reporting downstream impacts from major flows.
• Performs all project inspections within encompassed area and identify any site maintenance requirements.
• Monitors projects to ensure operational objectives are being met during varied flow conditions, including floods and droughts. Operations must ensure project licensed and legislated water management objectives are met and that operating guidelines are followed.
• Completes inspections and operational adjustments to maintain required water flow and reservoir/lake levels as outlined by operating plans, guidelines, calculations, and supervisor input.
• Participates in the on-site Workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Program in accordance with the Department's Health and Safety policy, and to meet legislative requirements under the OH&S Act, Regulations, Code, and all other applicable Acts and Regulations.
• Effectively maintains site specific Health and Safety Programs to support employee and public safety in work activities as stipulated in the Government's OH&S Program and maintaining the Branch's Certificate of Recognition (CoR).
• Ensures proper safety devices and personal protective equipment is available and used, safety practices are adhered to on all job sites, and that any deviances from the standard are reported and corrected.
• Participates in the review, update, and exercise of Emergency Preparedness Plans and Emergency Response Plans for various dam sites as required.
• Participating in a standby/on-call rotation for the critical infrastructure systems as required.

Roles and Responsibilities (Continued)

As the ideal candidate for the O&M Supervisor position, you will possess:

• Experience with operation and maintenance of water management infrastructure (dams, canals, hydraulic regulating structures) or related industrial facilities and civil infrastructure.
• Proficiency in monitoring and data management systems such as SCADA – Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition.
• Ability to supervise staff and contractors, manage performance, and ensure operational compliance in a similar operational or maintenance environment.
• Capability to participate in flood routing exercises and provide support during high-water events.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Creative Problem Solving Must be able to identify issues/deficiencies and recommend or troubleshoot to implement corrective action and solution by considering alternatives.
• Agility Anticipate and adjust to adopt anticipated or constant varying situations or condition in operations and surveillance while working in operations or maintenance.
• Systems Thinking Understanding the importance and impact of activities such as inspections, operations, maintenance, and rehabilitation of water management infrastructure is essential for enhancing public safety, supporting municipal services, meeting regulatory and licensing requirements, and protecting the environment.
• Develop Networks This position supervises a staff member, so ongoing mentoring and individual development is essential to success.
• Drive for Results This position requires initiative related to working independently and with a subordinate staff member to plan and schedule operational and maintenance work, and identify areas for improvement as a result of inspections.

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standard for Technologies 5 classification:
Two-year technical diploma in a related field plus four years related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency:
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Preference will be given to candidates holding a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation or equivalent.

Related diplomas or degrees including but not limited to the following fields will be considered:

• Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Construction Management.
• Environmental Management.
• Water Resources Management.

Assets will be considered as follows:

• Proven experience in the operation, inspection and maintenance of civil infrastructure including:
  
  • Dams, canals, spillways, gates and hydraulic regulating structures.
  • Dykes, erosion control works, and river training systems.
• Practical knowledge of instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical systems associated with water infrastructure, including motorized gate operators and hoisting mechanisms.
• Strong understanding of dam safety regulations, regional water security, and public safety principles associated with the ownership and operation of water control structures.
• Working knowledge of SCADA – Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems for remove monitoring.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards

Notes

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Division/Branch: Primary Agriculture/ Water Infrastructure Operations.
Job Location: Spruce Grove, AB (Telus Building, 250 Diamond Avenue, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 4C7).
This position works a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.
Work hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Travel within the community will be necessary, therefore reliable transportation and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required. Further, the incumbent will be required to reside within a 30-minute response time to provide timely response for emergency callouts during normal and flood operations while on the standby rotations.

This position is part of a 24/7 operation and may be subject to standby, callouts, remote alarming and emergency response throughout the year.

This position requires working alone during regular working hours, and while on standby and it may require working in adverse weather conditions.

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks including Criminal Record Check, Academic Check and provide a 3-year Driver’s Abstract.

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience aligns with the role.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sam Thomas Mathew at Sam.Thomasmathew@gov.ab.ca