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Highway Maintenance Supervisor
@ Government of the Northwest Territories - Infrastructure
Fort Smith, Northwest Territories
Overview
The Government of the Northwest Territories - Infrastructure is hiring a full-time Highway Maintenance Supervisor based in Fort Smith to lead highway, road, bridge and airport maintenance across the South Slave region. The role supervises operators and crews, manages budgets and contracts, and oversees health and safety. Salary is $113,235 to $135,262 plus a $7,100 annual Northern Allowance.
Pay:
$54.44–$65.03 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Plan and supervise the highway maintenance program
- Supervise contracted services and approve completed work
- Lead crews and deliver daily highway operations safely
- Oversee the OHS program across four maintenance areas
- Supervise airport surface operations at Fort Resolution
Requirements summary:
- Recognized heavy equipment operator training program
- Two years operating three heavy equipment types
- Three years supervising highway maintenance or construction
- One year supervisory experience
- Class 1 licence with air brake endorsement
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Air brake endorsement, First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, Supervisor Safety Training |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
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Government of the Northwest Territories - Infrastructure
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
Job Summary
Location: Fort Smith
Department: Infrastructure
Job ID: 28538
Salary: $113,235 - $135,262
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Closing Date: Nov 25, 2026
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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 Highway Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance and operation of highways, roads, bridges, airports, campgrounds, and other transportation infrastructure within the South Slave region. Based in Fort Smith, NT, the position supervises Highway Maintenance Operators in Buffalo River, Enterprise, Fort Providence, and Fort Smith, ensuring infrastructure is maintained safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
Reporting to the Regional Manager, Highway Operations, the Supervisor oversees highway maintenance programs for approximately 300 km of public highways, manages annual operating and project budgets and coordinates the work of employees, seasonal staff, contractors, and equipment resources. The role is responsible for planning and supervising routine maintenance, capital projects, and contracted maintenance services for external partners, including Wood Buffalo National Park, the Province of Alberta, the Town of Hay River and supports the operation and maintenance of the Fort Resolution Airport
As a highly accountable front-line management role, the Highway Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for protecting and maintaining transportation infrastructure with a direct impact on public safety, network reliability, asset preservation, and long-term infrastructure sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize and supervise the delivery of the highway maintenance program, which defines the highway maintenance performance standard for the highway system to enable safe travel conditions.
- Supervise, schedule, inspect, and approve completed contracted services to ensure contractual obligations are met in the areas.
- Assist the Regional Manager in planning the Highway Maintenance program for the camp for inclusion in the Department¿s overall program estimates.
- Oversees delivery of the Department¿s OHS Program at Buffalo River, Enterprise, Fort Providence and Fort Smith highway maintenance areas.
- Supervise staff and deliver the highway maintenance program through subordinate crews, ensuring daily operations are carried out safely, effectively, and in accordance with employment terms, road conditions, and weather requirements.
- Supervise own forces assisting the chip seal capital overlay program on Highways 1, 2, 5 and 6 in Fort Smith, Fort Resolution and Hay River.
- Under the direction of the Airport Manager, supervises the day-to-day surface operations of Fort Resolution Airport, implements safety, operations, maintenance and related airport programs.
Key Qualifications:
- Completion of a recognized Heavy Equipment Operator training program with two (2 ) years of experience in the operation of three pieces of heavy equipment (motor grader, tandem truck, and loader and/or crawler tractor); three (3) years of experience supervising highway maintenance and construction projects and administering contracts including one (1) year supervisory experience.
- A Class 1 Drivers license with Air Brake endorsement.
- Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certificates, WHMIS Certificate, and Supervisor Safety Trainings within 3 months of hire.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGAL ROAD
BOX 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
Tel (867) 872-8044
Fax (867) 872-3298
[email protected]
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.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 1 Driver's License with air endorsement.
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 # 28538
Closing Date: November 25, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $113,235 - $135,262.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $7,100.
Application Assistance
For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit: Preparing Your Application
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