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Main Purpose & Function

The Journeyperson - Machinist will perform a variety of skilled shop and field work at the journeyman level, entailing the operation of machining tools in the fabricating, repairing and maintaining of City machinery, equipment, structures and buildings.

The successful candidate will perform skilled machining and related tasks including millwright type work in accordance with established trade practices and may supervise the work of subordinates performing less complex related tasks. Some phases of the duties may be more complex and difficult entailing the use of independent judgment in determining methods and procedures in solving unusual problems related to complex fitting, fabrication, machining, layout and designing tasks as required.

The successful candidate must be able to work either 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday or 3:10 PM to 12:34 AM, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate may be required to adjust shifts and locations as operationally required.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs skilled shop and field work in repairing, building, overhauling and maintaining a variety of machinery, mobile equipment, hydraulic systems and components and structures.
• Responsible for carrying through to completion, the construction, assembly, installation and repair of a wide variety of metal parts, tools, and machines and usually involves working with large and heavy pieces as well as various small instruments.
• Responsible for substantial amount of millwright work.
• Receives written and verbal assignments accompanied by sketches or blueprints, layouts and by reference to broken, worn or sample parts. Included is the use of a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to lathes, grinders, milling machines, drill presses, threading machines and related hand and power tools.
• Operates heavy equipment and trucks into positions for repairs and alterations as required.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by the successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Machinist trade.
• Machinist Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.) of British Columbia or Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement
• Red Seal certification is preferred

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the Machinist trade supplemented by considerable experience as a Millwright.
• Thorough knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment in finishing and fitting a variety of metal parts and objects in the maintenance, overhaul and repair of construction and maintenance equipment.
• High degree of accuracy and precision in performing tasks according to instructions and specifications.
• Considerable knowledge of hazards and proper safety aspects of the trade.
• Ability to work from sketches, blueprints and verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to layout and make patterns.
• Ability to effectively supervise one or more subordinates engaged in less complex tasks.
• Ability and skills in use and care of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the trade.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills as well as good written and verbal communications.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, with little or no supervision and under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks as required.
• Ability to operate hand tools, vehicles and equipment.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
  • 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
  • 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
  • Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
  • Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

The Electrical Design Engineer will be responsible for electrical engineering design work and serving as Engineer of Record (EOR) for street lighting and power distribution designs on assigned projects. In addition, Electrical Design Engineer will provide project coordination/managing, cost estimates, third-party design reviews, follow EGBC quality management guides and perform other duties related to City's electrical infrastructure and within responsibilities of Electrical Design Branch. The successful candidate will also work in electrical work related to pump stations, EV and landfill.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this role include, but may not be limited, to the following:

• Serve as Engineer of Record on internal electrical design projects
• Electrical engineering design work (power distribution, street lighting etc.)
• Review designs prepared by electrical consultants/utilities/developers for electrical off-site scope
• Resolve electrical design issues throughout project lifecycle as required
• Performs quality audits/control reviews of work developed by peers, designers and drafters
• Assist in the preparation of the department’s specific standards and procedures
• Provide estimates for the engineering budget and schedule
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that design services are provided within projects timelines
• Explore and implement cost effective ways of delivering services
• Provide management with project updates
• Communicate effectively with the electrical engineering team and project stakeholders, including the Customer
• Develop business cases and provide strategic analysis for new and emerging initiatives
• Directly supervise electrical designers assigned to assigned projects ensuring that their work meet all regulatory requirements
• Represent the City on other committees and working groups
• Investigate, analyze and respond to 311 service requests/concerns from Citizens related to electrical infrastructure

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia
• A minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience
• Accredited project management training (e.g. PMP certification,  tertiary qualification) and/or construction management experience would be an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, standards, and specifications, as they relate to the municipal environment (IES RP-8, CEC etc)
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, ideally EGBC’s PGA
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills in a high volume and high stress environment
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and think strategically, including experience with business case composition and evaluation
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

This position has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.

Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as a high school, bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset

Physical Requirements:

To be determined

Other Requirements:

To be determined

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• The candidate should be able to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• The candidate should be able to fertilize and spray crops
• The candidate should be able to examine produce for quality and prepare for market

Benefits:

• The employees get to work in a well known company
• The employees get to work in a natural environment
• The employees get financial benefits such as competitive salary
• The employees get various career development opportunities

Location: Winfield, BC

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager the CLEANER performs a variety of specialized cleaning and building maintenance related tasks with emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality service delivery. 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Functioning as a core member of the team, the Cleaner must be able to:

• Carries out responsibilities to meet Client/Tenant requirements and ensures that cleaning deficiencies are identified to the management team for inclusion in the cleaning program
• Clean and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc.)
• Clean floors by sweeping, scrubbing, or vacuuming 
• Dry/wet mop (wash/scrub) and polish hard surface floors including washroom floors. (The washing/scrubbing of floors is done with handheld or walk behind buffing machines. In large open applications, automatic equipment may be used to perform these functions) 
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
• Strip and finish hard surface floors manually or with power equipment when required 
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets 
• Transport garbage from drop points to garbage bins or compactor 
• Cleans stairwells and elevator cabs where ladders are required 
• Window cleaning, including glass areas requiring ladders, scaffolding or other extension equipment to reach (power washing). 
• Transport maintenance machinery, where necessary, between floors and job sites 
• Cleans and stores equipment and machinery used, reporting any deficiencies to Management team
• Stock and maintain supplies/rooms.  Loads and unloads supplies and replenishes cleaning solutions 
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures 
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications 
• Make adjustments and minor repairs.  Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems 
• Remove snow and debris from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow melting chemicals. 
• Ensures compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, and fire protection
• Represents BGIS SCS in enhancing tenant and customer satisfaction and maintain positive relations
• Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities
• May be required to work shifts, work on-call/standby and emergency call-out as required
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ideally already established in the cleaning business
• 2 years + experience preferred, however willing to train a suitable candidate
• Excellent time management skills/must adhere to tight deadlines/respond quickly to situations
• Self-starter, willing to learn, able to work independently
• Team player
• Good verbal communication and writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Positive attitude toward all aspects of Environment, Health and Safety
• Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) preferred
• Knowledge of national and industry codes and standards such as WHMIS

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Must meet security clearance requirements, where applicable
• Must have a valid Class G license (required)

This is a regular, full-time position with a Hourly Wage Range of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. The starting wage range will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.

Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications such as a high school, bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma
Experience: Candidates must have 1 year to less than 2 years of experience.
Surface Preparation Experience: Drywall taping/patching
Work Location Information: Various locations

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to do physically demanding
• The candidate should be able to do attention to detail
• The candidate should be able to distinguish between colors
• The candidate should be able to do bending, crouching, kneeling

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be a team player
• The candidate should be flexible

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to advise consumers on colors and choice of wall coverings
• The candidate should be able to repair cracks and holes
• The candidate should be able to prepare, clean and sand surfaces to be painted
• The candidate should be able to mix paint to desired color and texture
• The candidate should be able to apply paint, wallpaper, and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces
• The candidate should be able to measure, cut, and apply wallpaper and other fabric to walls

Benefits:

• The employees get to work in a natural environment
• The employees get paid leaves and sick leaves benefits

Company Overview:

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

INTRODUCTION:

Contributes to the overall success of the ScotiaMcLeod Western Region in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives.  Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. The primary objective of the position is to support both the Regional Manager Administration and Regional Director on regional projects, initiatives, and operations.

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU:

In this role you will:

• Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Support the Regional Director and Regional Manager Administration by acting as a point of contact and subject matter expert on new initiatives:
  • Lead and support new ScotiaMcLeod initiatives and support change management processes within the region
  • Create and lead new campaigns within the region
  • Acts as point of contact for branch management teams with questions on new policies and initiatives
  • Work with head office partners on addressing questions or concerns from the field
• Support branch management teams in ensuring a high level of success is achieved through effective operations and administrative efficiencies 
• Act as a liaison between branches and head office, and support departments to ensure efficient resolution to all issues 
• Act as delegate of Regional Director on regional compliance and policy approvals
• Provide back up to support to both Regional Manager Administration as needed
• Build effective working relationships across the branch management teams and with various business line departments 
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk. 
• Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment. 

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS

We would love to work with you if you have:

• CIRO Investment Representative licensing required
• Strong relationship development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled at both time management and multi-tasking
• Enthusiastic upbeat personality is essential
• In-depth industry knowledge 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.  
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients. 
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success.  
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills

Main Purpose and Function

Engineering Services contributes to the overall City purpose by providing many services and public works facilities. These range from such fundamental services as water supply, sewerage, drainage, refuse removal, street access, and lighting, to regulatory functions such as traffic control, parking enforcement, transportation planning, and preservation of utility and communication corridors.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

The Spare Driver in Collections is assigned to Automated/Semi-Automated Truck Driver work to collect curbside garbage and green bin material. Drivers are assigned to established routes/beats throughout the city and must be able to operate safely while providing excellent customer service to residents. Drivers are expected to exit the truck to tag or pick up knocked-over totes and be courteous and professional when sharing the lane with other drivers and service providers. When not assigned to curbside collection, Spare Drivers may be assigned to other Sanitation Services Branch specific work.

The Sanitation Services Branch functions 365 days/year, applicants must be willing and able to work shift work if operationally required. The Collections shift is from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Please note that training may be scheduled on weekends. Successful applicants’ availability must meet Branch expectations in order to continue employment with the Branch.

Functional and or physical assessment related to the bona fide position requirements may be required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Up to completion of high school and some laboring and truck driving experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous waste collection experience is desirable. Some knowledge of collections and/or recycling.
• Knowledge of safe work procedures.
• Sound knowledge of the tools, material and equipment used in the work.
• Some knowledge of the functions of the branch concerned and the established practices in carrying out the work.
• Ability to exercise some independence of judgment and action in the routine or simple aspects of the work.
• Ability to courteously answer questions and respectfully deal with the public.
• Skill in the use of a variety of tools and equipment.
• Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy physical labour.
• Ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects.
• Ability to walk or stand continuously with frequent bending or twisting.
• Ability to work close to moving machinery and in high traffic areas
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, and on uneven surfaces
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment variety of tools and equipment.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brakes or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
  • Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
  • Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

As part of our recruitment process to determine the successful candidate, you will be screened and ranked based on the following:

• Job Application
• Resume
• ICBC Documents
• Interview
• Driving Assessment 

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: April, 2024 

Position End Date: April, 2025 

Salary Information: Base Salary: $30.42 per hour. Driving rate: $33.17 per hour. Plus Productivity Bonus: $34.34 per hour. Employees receive 12% of their base salary in lieu of benefits.

Application Close: March 13, 2024

Main Purpose and Function
The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation has Auxiliary seasonal opportunities for employment as a Cashier at the three Golf Clubhouses at Vancouver Parks Golf. The successful candidate must be able to work a variety of days and shifts including evenings and weekends. The Cashiers’ main responsibility will be for the delivery of exceptional customer service to our golf patrons through Food & Beverage service. Cashiers at the Clubhouses will be responsible for providing food and beverage cashiering services including delivering and clearing meals, cashiering transactions and general restaurant cleaning and maintenance. Cashiers may also perform golf cart attendant duties such as delivering food and beverage cart service.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Cashiering duties include customer service, payment processing (including credit cards) and making change, and ensuring accurate cash handling procedures are followed. The Clubhouse Cashier will take and communicate orders to the kitchen, deliver food and beverage orders to customers, and maintain front of house cleanliness by clearing dishes, cleaning counters, and arranging and cleaning tables. They also will assist in setting up, facilitate, and tearing down Special Events and confirms that strict adherence to provincial rules around the service of alcohol within the licensed area of the clubhouse is being followed. The hours can range from 7:00am to 10:30pm. The successful candidate must be able to work a variety of days and shifts including morning, afternoon, evenings and weekends. The successful candidate must be also available to work at multiple locations. Please note that this position is an Auxiliary position which runs until October 2024, with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Completion of Grade 11, preferably supplemented by some cashier experience
• Experience in serving food and beverages and working in an outdoor environment is preferred
• Experience working in a similar unionized Food and Beverage team environment is an asset
• Food Safe Certification is an asset
• Serving it Right Certification is an asset
• Valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Some knowledge of cashiering and retail sales methods and practices
• Some knowledge of basic food preparation and serving duties and of health standards and regulations
• Knowledge or previous experience in a horticultural or Golf Course Environment preferred
• Previous hospitality experience including customer service, POS experience, stocking, and inventory an asset
• Ability to receive payments and make change accurately and promptly
• Ability to use computer software applications related to cashiering, program registration and memberships
• Ability to perform applicable food service and preparation and/or retail sales tasks
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public
• Ability to maintain minor clerical records
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20kg

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: March 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-011: $24.97 to $29.2 per hour

Number of Vacancies: Multiple 

Application Close: March 3, 2024

Main Purpose and Function

The Office Support Clerk III is responsible for administrative and clerical tasks for the Transportation Planning and Transportation Design branches, as well as Engineering Team Services at Crossroads. This includes, but is not limited to: onboarding, eSAFs, eCAFs, time entry, updating Project Management Framework documents, maintaining branch stats (Scorecard), formatting Council Reports, using SharePoint and obtaining concurrences, creating shopping carts, issuing change orders, processing of goods receipts and service entries, resolving invoice payment issues, calendar management for section heads, coordinating large external vendor meetings, booking travel and training for branch employees, assisting with records management filing and archiving as required and other responsibilities as assigned.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Updates Project Management Framework documents.
• Maintains branch scorecards.
• Formats Council Reports, and obtains reports and concurrences in SharePoint.
• Provides end-user support for branch SharePoint pages.
• Utilizes organizational software, SAP, to provide administrative support to all Engineering branches in various ways such as Procurement to Payment (P2P) training, shopping carts, service entries, good receipts, orders and approves payments for suppliers. 
• Adheres to standards of the City’s Ethical Purchasing Policy as well as manage the supplies and ordering of goods in accordance to the P2P process.
• Resolves invoicing issues.
• Coordinates P-card reconciliation.
• Ensures printers are working and maintain the toner and paper supplies for the floor.
• Assists the branch section heads with their calendar management, including booking large meetings and/or travel/training trips.
• Initiates eSAFs and eCAFs as per direction from management, and forwards them to appropriate authority for approval.
• Supports the onboarding of new employees to the branches including IT and security accesses.
• Reviews and validates Time Entry reports, ensuring that they meet time entry standards and forwards for approval to Managers OR Reviews and validates Time Entry reports, ensuring that they meet time entry standards and forwards for approval to Managers.
• Uses the VanRIMS classification and retention schedule exclusively and serves as the branches Departmental Records Coordinator (DRC) for all VanDocs related issues.
• Retrieves information from paper, electronic or film based files; assisting in the scheduling and transferring of records off site and requesting file searches from external sources.
• Other administrative duties as required for Engineering Team Services.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 including or supplemented by commercial administration courses plus sound related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 
• Experience as a Departmental Records Coordinator is considered an asset.
   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of departmental and other policies, regulations, rules, procedures and practices that relate to the position occupied or which govern worksite activities and employee behaviour.
• Sound knowledge of the Engineering Services Department functions, responsibilities and activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and a working knowledge of standard computer software such as VanDocs, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.
• Ability to preform P2P and time entry functions in SAP is an asset.
• Sound knowledge of COV’s standard purchasing practices and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, demonstrated competency in decision making within established business practices and rules.
• Ability to handle a heavy workload and provide exceptional customer experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to prepare non-routine reports, correspondence and memoranda related to the work.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and vendors is essential.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: April 2024 

Position End Date: March 2026

Application Close: March 3, 2024

Main Purpose and Function

The Assistant to the FIFA World Cup 2026 (FWC26) Host City Secretariat Lead and a member of the FWC26 Host City Secretariat, will provide a wide variety of confidential and sensitive administrative support as well as organizing and coordinating daily activities of the FWC26 Host City Secretariat.

Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the FWC26 Director of Coordination and Alignment and closely supports the FWC26 Host City Secretariat. Key contacts include: the City Leadership Team; senior City staff, (chiefly the supporting functions including legal, financial and communications); federal and provincial government agencies and external partners (including the Integrated Safety and Security Unit, PavCo, YVR, Parks Board, First Nations, and FIFA), and members of the public.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides executive level confidential and administrative support for FWC26 Host City Secretariat.
• Coordinates and maintains the calendars of the FWC26 Host City Secretariat Lead and Team using judgement to prioritize meeting and event requests with a view to optimizing available time. This includes planning, organizing and scheduling meetings/events; screening requests for meetings/events; anticipating and working with external partners, stakeholders and senior city staff to resolve scheduling conflicts to ensure high priority meetings/events are accommodated in a timely fashion.
• Schedules meetings with internal staff, external partners and stakeholders including Provincial Government, Federal Government and FIFA contacts.
• Supports the FWC26 Host City Secretariat in managing and delivering all functions including, but not limited to: work plan management; financial management; procurement process; issues log; risk register, status reporting; change log; action item log, etc.
• Manages the flow of information to and from the FWC26 Host City Secretariat by reviewing daily email, correspondence, memos and reports. Using their own judgement and discretion, this position will either respond directly on behalf of the FWC26 Host City Secretariat on those matters where there is extensive knowledge of the issue, process or procedure or escalate appropriate matters for reply or additional information to the team members.
• Coordinates approval and sign off by the FWC26 Host City Secretariat of reports, budgetary matters and other reports.
• Manages a variety of sensitive and confidential matters including correspondence, agendas, minutes, contracts, and presentations; locates and assembles information for various reports and briefings; compiles and prepares meeting materials and minutes and attends meetings as required.
• Coordinates and assists the FWC26 Host City Secretariat to manage processes and feedback received by the FWC26 Host City Secretariat.
• Coordinates travel and accommodation arrangements for the FWC26 Host City Secretariat including complex itineraries requiring multiple flights, multiple destinations, multiple events and/or foreign travel. Manages rescheduling of travel arrangements as required.
• Coordinates Freedom of Information requests for the FWC26 Host City Secretariat.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Diploma in Office Administration and a minimum three experience in a progressively administrative role in municipal government or an equivalent combination of education or experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of Office 365 products with advanced knowledge of Outlook including the use of follow up flags, rules and alerts.
• Ability to exercise considerable independence and judgement with minimal supervision.
• Ability to identify and understand the sensitive, confidential and/or controversial nature of all types of materials and handle with appropriate discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects and including the ability to change priorities in a high demand environment.
• Ability to anticipate and plan in advance solutions to problems and issues so they are managed in an efficient and effective manner.
• Ability to liaise with a wide variety of senior managers, their assistants and external partners and stakeholders on behalf of the Host City Team.
• Exceptional organizational skills including a high level of attention to detail. Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with complex calendaring in an executive environment.
• Ability to compose and proofread correspondence, prepare reports in clear concise business English and draft complex correspondence for review by senior staff.
• Experience with SAP and VanDocs are highly desirable.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Office of the City Manager (1010) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: April 2, 2024

Position End Date: 08/31/2026 

Application Close: February 28, 2024

Main Purpose & Function 
The Solid Waste Senior Engineer is a key leadership position within the Solid Waste Services branch, and is responsible for overseeing a variety of programs and projects to help achieve the City’s Zero Waste and Public Realm Cleanliness goals. This position is responsible for overseeing a number of key focus areas including public realm cleanliness and recycling initiatives, the Street Cleaning grant program, providing supervision and leadership to the Clean Streets Team (education/enforcement program), and supporting Sanitation Operations (primarily street cleaning). The ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator, communicator, innovator and leader and have a passion for helping make our City an even better place.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead/support a variety of new and existing programs/processes, such as expansion of public realm cleanliness and recycling infrastructure and programs, the annual Street Cleaning Grant program, an improved dumpster strategy, and Zero Waste 2040 implementation
• Provide solid waste guidance and advice on policies, community plans, rezonings, development applications and solid waste systems
• Develop and recommend practical, cost effective strategic and long range plans, operating and capital budget development/review/analysis/forecasts
• Provide leadership, supervision and guidance to staff (junior engineers, engineering assistants, inspectors and clerks), including hiring, work planning, assigning responsibilities, prioritizing and reviewing work, performance evaluation and management, attendance management, coaching, and mentoring
• Collaborate on cross-departmental projects/initiatives and strengthening relationships with various internal and external stakeholders including operations, businesses and BIA’s, waste haulers, non-profits, Metro Vancouver and regional municipalities;  represent the City on external working groups
• Prepare reports, memos, presentations and present to Council, committees and senior management
• Respond to inquiries internally from other City departments and externally from businesses, media, and the general public
• Manage various capital/operating projects/programs and associated budgets, including coordinating the work of consultants
• Oversee and assess metrics/trends/recommendations brought forward by junior staff for reasonableness and completeness and provide direction/support to implement changes or new systems
• Ensure EGBC’s Quality Management processes or other quality management frameworks are applied on projects/programs as required
• Develop technical specifications, and evaluate proposals, tenders, and businesses cases for technologies, labour, materials, and professional services
• Provide coverage for the Branch Manager and other senior staff as needed

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in BC
• Post-secondary Degree in Applied Science or Engineering (Civil or Environmental preferred)
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience, preferably within or related to the public sector, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Previous education and/or experience in the field of municipal solid waste management, public works programs, project management and/or program and policy development
• Previous experience in supervising technical and support staff in a union environment preferred

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Technical and financial analytical knowledge and skilled in assessing/defining needs and objectives, complex/multi-variable problem solving, critical analysis and strategic thinking.
• Project initiation, scoping, development and management relating to consulting, contracting, capital and operating projects
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects and programs, including all aspect of budgeting
• Skills in leading, managing and supervising technical support staff including: hiring, mentoring, training, motivating, conflict resolution, performance management, discipline and grievance management
• Multi-stakeholder project team coordination, interest-based problem solving, and consensus building
• Skills in building and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, outside agencies and staff including operations
• Ability to independently manage large workloads, set priorities, and multitask effectively
• Strong interpersonal, written, communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication, report writing and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply Project Management methodologies and working knowledge of EGBC’s Quality Management processes or other quality management frameworks

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: April, 2024