Construction Lead Hand *Amended*

Construction Lead Hand *AMENDED*

CLH Construction Lead Hand

Regular/full-time; Departmental

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Regional Water Operations, Water Operations

Dauphin MB, Portage la Prairie MB, Morris MB, Grosse Isle MB, Teulon MB, Carman MB, Deacon's Corner MB

Advertisement Number: 42058

Salary(s): CLH $44,390.00 - $47,291.00 per year

Closing Date: March 29, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be established and used to fill vacancies within the next 12 months..
This advertisement will be open until filled.

Water Operations is currently looking to fill a number of full-time departmental vacancies in Dauphin, Portage la Prairie, Teulon, Carman, Morris, Deacons Corner and Grosse Isle. An eligibility list may be established to fill future departmental and/or seasonal positions in the province. If you do not see a location of interest posted, we still encourage you to apply and indicate in your application form and/resume where you would be interested in working. The Manitoba Government offers a competitive benefits package, extensive orientation, certification and training, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Water Operations ensures safe and effective provincial water related infrastructure through the delivery of inspection, planning, design, maintenance, rehabilitation and construction activities. The Branch is responsible for the overall management of infrastructure inventory that includes drains, dams, flood protection dikes, diversions, bridges, culverts and pumping stations. Water Operations has a major role in flood activities and Water Capital Program delivery.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but you are asked to submit a resume with the application form. Candidates need only apply ONCE during the posting timeframe. See below for further instructions.
Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Must have a valid Class 3 Driver’s Licence (or obtain within 6 months of employment).
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the job including lifting, bending and carrying up to 25 kg.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or days.
• Must be able to travel frequently to work sites within the province by ground, air or water transportation and be away overnight for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in an outdoor rough terrain environment in both winter and summer in extreme temperatures and can be exposed to hazards such as construction equipment, roadway traffic, noise, dust, hand/power tools, fabrication plant area, moving equipment, insects, chemicals, vegetation and sharp objects.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience in maintenance and operation of water conveyance structures, bridges, dams and other water related works.
• Experience in the maintenance and operation of power tools, pumps, chainsaws and small equipment associated with various phases of construction.
• Knowledge of general construction specifications, procedures and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety Health Regulations and safe work procedures.
• Strong leadership skills and decision making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and courteously with internal and external stakeholders.
• Written communication skills with the ability to prepare and complete various reports and forms.

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience providing onsite project supervision.

Duties:
The Construction Lead Hand (CLH) reports to the Superintendent, the incumbent provides onsite supervision of assigned projects and performs various semi-skilled duties relating to the maintenance, construction, and operational duties on provincial dams and waterways.

Apply to:

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but you are asked to submit a resume with the application form. Candidates need only apply ONCE during the posting timeframe. See below for further instructions.
Click here to access the application form.

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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