The Township of South-West Oxford is an employer you will be proud to work for.
We offer rewarding careers and opportunities to enhance the quality of life of the whole community. Working for the Township will benefit neighbours, local businesses, and visitors alike by helping make the Township one of the best places in the world to live. Join us and experience the satisfaction of seeing the results of your work in real-time as you take part in building our small rural community.
Message from Mary Ellen Greb, Chief Administrative Officer
We are fortunate to share a unique environment here at The Township of South-West Oxford with a dedicated, skilled workforce that has a proven foundation built on mutual respect. Each of us brings unique skills and can make a measurable and essential contribution to help achieve our common goals. Above all, while working safely, we must focus on continuously achieving quality standards in everything we do in order to meet and even exceed peoples' expectations.
The keys to our ongoing growth, competitive advantage, and success in the future are:
- Supporting a work environment that thrives on innovation to identify new solutions to current and future challenges;
- Ensuring the work we do, and that of our fellow employee, is performed safely;
- Continuously striving for new and more efficient methods and processes within our Township to maintain quality and decrease costs;
- Developing and implementing initiatives to reduce waste, maximize the recycling of materials, and reduce energy consumption; and
- Reviewing and enhancing our internal and external partnerships to strive for greater productivity.
The Township consistently endeavors to follow our terms and conditions of employment and will continue to address our concerns for the future.
Our strength is based on open communication and cooperation.
Join the team! We are always looking for creative and innovative individuals who share our commitment to excellent service and to an inclusive, vibrant, safe, and caring Township for all.
Current Openings
Public Works Foreman (Full-Time)
The Township of South-West Oxford, with a population of 7,664, is one of five rural Townships within the County of Oxford and requires a full-time Public Works Foreman.
Scope of Position
To assign and supervise work of the Works Department employees in such a way as to ensure that Township resources are maximized and all legislated responsibilities are met.
Reporting to the Public Works Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a range of Township vehicles and equipment; customer service; supervision of Public Works staff; ensuring all applicable regulations (i.e., Municipal Health and Safety, Minimum Maintenance Standards, Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Natural Resources – Pits & Quarries, etc.) are followed; patrol roads year-round and call-in Works staff as needed; assign daily work to employees and ensure that work is properly documented; pre-arrange services for upcoming construction/maintenance projects; plus other duties as outlined in the Public Works Foreman job description.
Education and Experience
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- Certified Road Supervisor and/or courses related to road operations and equipment considered an asset.
- Must possess a valid class “AZ” license (or valid “DZ” and obtain “AZ” within 1 year).
- Equipment maintenance experience.
- At least two (2) years experience working with heaving machinery such as road graders, loaders, and backhoes.
- At least two (2) years experience CVOR, tandem, or tri-axle driving experience.
- Experience in managing/supervising staff.
- Knowledge of the general management principles that relate to the programs and services provided by a Municipal Works Department.
- Experiences in road maintenance and construction methods.
- Working knowledge of gravel pits and surface mining is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is preferred.
- Proven supervisory and time management skills.
- Understanding of mechanical procedures, maintenance, and repair procedures to ensure operator safety while working.
- Good communication (both verbal and written), public relations, and conflict resolution skills.
- Managing staff and resources to achieve the priorities of the municipality.
View the complete Public Works Foreman Job Description
The Township offers 40 hours per week with a salary range of $33.33 to $41.67 per hour, that will commensurate with your experience and qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package and OMERS pension plan.
Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and work experience, in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 22, 2022 to Brooke Crane, Deputy Treasurer, Township of South-West Oxford, 312915 Dereham Line, R.R. #1, Mount Elgin, ON, N0J 1N0 or via email.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Township of South-West Oxford is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), upon advance notice of specific accommodation requirements.
Volunteers are always needed!
Many community volunteers work hard to provide programs and special events throughout the Township. If you are interested in getting involved in your community, and would like more information about the volunteer opportunities that are available, please contact Julie Middleton at 519-485-0477 ext. 7023 or via email, or complete the sign-up form. Staff will put you in contact with our local Hall, Parks, and Recreation Committees.