Highway Maintenance Supervisor
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort McPherson, NT.
Department Information
The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.
For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/
Job Information
The position is located in Fort McPherson and reports directly to the Regional Manager, Highway Operations.
The incumbent supervises the daily highway operations for the public highway system in the Fort McPherson area to ensure the system is safe for the public and effectively maintained to maximize the serviceable life of the asset. The incumbent supervises highway maintenance operations for the delivery of highway maintenance programs to approximately 142.6 kilometers of the regional public highway system. in addition, the incumbent will provide supervision for annual operations and maintenance projects, which vary annually from $100,000 to $2,700,000.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to administer contracts, prepare reports and analyze data
- Ability to implement Highway Maintenance Management Systems
- Knowledge of management of budgets
- Ability to interpret schematic designs, plans and specifications
- Ability to determine effective and practical highway maintenance practices
- Management skills to effectively supervise, plan and organize resources to achieve established standards
- Ability to pass a professional drivers upgrade course
- Ability to use a computer to: operate computer software programs. Monitor and control operational and financial activities and prepare a variety of financial and administrative plans, responses, recommendations and reports
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of Grade 12 with 1 year experience in gravel haul roads, highway maintenance or general construction projects.
Additional Requirements
A valid Class 5 Driver's License
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27524
Closing Date: February 25, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $49.68 per hour (approximately $103,334 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $20,753
Application Assistance
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