Warehouse Supervisor

Job Information
Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor
Job Requisition ID: 64609
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Rocky Mountain House
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: December 3, 2024
Pay Grade: Operational Service 5
Salary: $2,261.84 to $2,787.12 bi-weekly ($59,034 - $72,743 year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.aspx.

Role Responsibilities

Do you thrive in a busy environment and like new challenges? Are you ready for the next step in your warehousing career? If so, we have an exciting opportunity that may be what you are looking for as the Warehouse Supervisor at our Rocky Mountain House location. Reporting to the Wildfire Operations Officer, this key position is responsible for providing leadership to the Warehouse Services Section ensuring the highest standards of warehousing are provided to the Forestry Division and, specifically the Wildfire Management Branch. As the Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for areas such as fire logistics support, staff supervision, planning, training, inventory management, equipment management and allocation, and related administrative/financial components. Additionally, as part of the leadership team, you will provide oversight to the Provincial Warehouse Service Centre and respective Provincial Wildfire Management programs as well as other Government staff and Partner Agencies and GOA Contractors in the area who may utilize the warehouse and yard.

Key Responsibilities:
• Supervising and overseeing warehouse assistant and stock keeper staff including; all warehousing activities to ensure that there is an adequate supply of materials, supplies and equipment to support wildfire management activities in the province.
• Managing Inventory through the Inventory Management Information System (IMIS) including; collaboration with the purchasing section and participation in the development of Inventory Management systems.
• Coordinating of the movement of equipment and consumable items.
• Overseeing of shipping and receiving activities.
• Assisting the Forest Area Fleet Manager with the proper branding and monitoring as well as maintenance of the area fleet.
• Participating on provincial task teams dealing with items like inventory management systems and protocols.
• Maintaining and organizing the warehouse yard and associated infrastructure as well as remote facilities inventory.
• Participating in committees related to fire line and warehouse network within the division.

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Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:
• High school diploma and three years of related warehouse experience.
• Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of: one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

Assets:
• Class 5 Drivers License.
• Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Extensive knowledge of Inventory Management, good knowledge of Department Financial Procedures, Fire Costing Business Rules, Wildfire Management Policy and Standard Operating Procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Contracts, Fireline Equipment Standards, Pre suppression System, Wildfire Area Management Area Policies and Procedures and Equipment Catalogues.
• Ability to operate 4WD and 2WD trucks, forklift and pallet movers, and materials handling equipment (strappers, box stapler, scales).
• Supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full-time role, with the standard weekly work hours of 40 hours, Monday to Friday. The incumbent may be requested to work overtime, evening and weekends due to the emergency nature of wildfires.

Travel within the area and throughout the province will be required as part of your responsibilities to coordinate with Ministry staff and colleagues, other government departments, clients, and other external stakeholders.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as a part of the interview process.

Application Information:

• In your application, please a include cover letter detailing your interest, and role related experience.
• In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time. For example January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three,8 hour shifts/week).
• Three (3) work-related references are required for those selected for an interview.

What the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages- working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship program

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michele Murphy at [email protected].