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Manager of Trucking Initiatives

Department of Transportation / Ministère des Transports - 20 Jobs
Fredericton, NB
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Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Manager of Trucking Initiatives

Engineer 3

Open

Capital Planning Branch

Fredericton

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructureâ??s mission is to contribute to New Brunswickâ??s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following responsibilities:

  • supervising senior technical staff of the Special Permits Unit;
  • managing DTIâ??s trucking programs and initiatives including, but not limited to, the highway uprating program, long combination vehicle program, winter weight premium program, spring weight restrictions, and various pilot projects;
  • working with industry throughout the province to form strategic partnerships to further develop the strategic corridors initiative;
  • working with other provinces and territories towards harmonizing vehicle weights and dimensions rules and regulations on both a national and regional level;
  • reviewing vehicle configurations submitted by industry or senior technical staff for operation in New Brunswick;
  • coordinating reviews of traffic management plans for super moves within the province;
  • consulting with other branches of the Department (as well as GNB) regarding various issues related to the operation of trucks/heavy vehicles on provincial highways; and
  • providing support to the Special Permits Unit as needed.

Work environment:

  • Office location: 440 King Street, Fredericton.
  • Open office layout.
  • Standard hours of work: Monday â?? Friday.
  • We promote a scent-reduced environment.
  • Some travel within the province will be required.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies:

  • Analytical Thinking/Judgment
  • Developing Others
  • Effective Interactive Communication
  • Results Orientation
  • Team Leadership

Technical competencies:

  • Human Resources Management
  • Planning and Organizing Skills
  • Written Communication

Essential Qualifications:

Engineer 3:

  • University degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years related work experience in the field of transportation.
  • Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
  • Valid class 5 driverâ??s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

If there are no applicants with the above essential qualifications, we may consider applicants with the following qualifications and appoint at a lower classification.

Engineer 2:

  • University degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum of five (5) years related work experience in the field of transportation.
  • Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
  • Valid class 5 driverâ??s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

  • Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
  • Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
  • Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following asset:

  • knowledge of the New Brunswick Motor Vehicle Act.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application the asset qualification in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

  • Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
  • Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
  • Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
  • Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Engineer 3: $2,840.95 to $3,888.52 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week.

Engineer 2: $2,658.78 to $3,552.34 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by December 13, 2024, indicating competition number (12775) 2024-D90-04. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Check out what it is like to work at the Government of New Brunswick, where we are working together as One Team One GNB to improve the lives of New Brunswickers every day!

Letâ??s connect. You belong here.

Competition Number: 12775

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