Highway Maintenance Supervisor in Kapuskasing, Canada

Highway Maintenance Supervisor

Subsidiary: Miller Paving Limited

Location: Kapuskasing, ON

About Us

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.

We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.

We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

Miller Maintenance proudly provides maintenance services on Maintenance Contracts for Ontario Ministry of Transportation throughout the province of Ontario. Our leadership in the Ontario road and highway maintenance industry is based on our commitment to continuous improvement through education, innovation, safety, and training.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of supervisory experience with demonstrated knowledge of building a strong, dynamic, highly functional team

• Sound financial knowledge of accrual accounting and budgeting

• Thorough knowledge of the applicable OH&S legislations and MTO specifications

• Exceptional ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast paced environment

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills

• Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)

• Ability to work the maintenance schedule which may include weekends and/or night shift

• Must maintain a valid Class G Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the highway maintenance and/or road construction industry including significant budgetary and supervisory responsibility

• Knowledge of OTM Book 7 traffic control

• DZ license

Day in the life

As a Highway Maintenance Supervisor, you willensure that all performance requirements on the Maintenance Contract (CDMC) are met. This includes optimizing allocation of resources (people and equipment) across all operations to enhance efficiency and utilization as well as control costs; developing and maintaining favourable relationships with customer (MTO) reps as you participate in quoting, bids, and tenders; providing day to day coaching and allocating tasks to Patrol Supervisors; assisting the Project Manager to ensure the team has the resources and training required to fulfill the contract.

Responsibilities:

• Promote, lead, and execute a Safety-First culture for all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants in compliance with Miller Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) polices and ensure contractual HSE obligation for the staff and public are met

• Overall supervision of the operations within the contract, including managing the Patrol Supervisors and administration staff

• Monitor costs and understand cost allocation across different performance requirements of the contract and identify ways to control costs

• Thoroughly understand the performance requirements of the contract and all deliverables, educating and supporting Patrol Supervisors to plan and prioritize the work

• Build and maintain a strong functional team through instruction, training, coaching and team building

• Ensure work completed meets quality standards, oversee daily production records and report on work in progress, ensure preparation and submittal of required reports, documentation and logs are completed

• Work with the Patrol Supervisors to track onsite equipment, coordinate repairs and maintenance, and establish equipment needs

• Identify and recommend operational efficiencies to enhance the financial performance of the contract

Culture

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.