Operations Coordinator, Winter Seasonal

Position Details

• Department: Operations and Infrastructure
• Location: Georgina
• Status: Seasonal, Full Time (approximately 7 Months)
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
• Hourly Wage: $44 per hour
• Date Posted: August 31, 2026
• Date Closing: September 11, 2026

Come work with us!

Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.​

Position Purpose

Responsible for the planning, coordination, administration, and operational oversight of the Town's winter maintenance programs, including contracted roadway and sidewalk winter maintenance services and the municipal Windrow Assistance Program.

For full details, please see attached job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Public Works, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal operations, public works, winter maintenance, or contract administration.
• Minimum two (2) years supervisory, lead hand, foreperson, or coordination experience.
• Experience administering municipal service contracts.
• Experience with winter maintenance operations and Provincial Minimum Maintenance Standards.
• Experience managing customer service issues in a municipal environment.
• Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) designation considered an asset.
• OGRA winter maintenance training considered an asset.
• Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 certification considered an asset.
• Class G Driver's Licence in good standing.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying your name, Job Title and Job ID#2026.110S. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.

Committed to Diversity and a Barrier-Free Environment

The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301.

Job Description

Title: Operations Coordinator, Winter Seasonal

Employee Group: Non-union

Department: Operations and Infrastructure

Division: Operations

Reports To: Supervisor, Operations

Direct Reports: Temporary Seasonal Employees, Winter Maintenance Contractors

Position Summary

Responsible for the planning, coordination, administration, and operational oversight of the Town's winter maintenance programs, including contracted roadway and sidewalk winter maintenance services and the municipal Windrow Assistance Program.

The Winter Operations Coordinator acts as the primary daytime operational contact for winter maintenance activities and is responsible for monitoring contractor performance, coordinating winter responses, managing operational documentation, scheduling winter resources, administering service requests and complaints, and ensuring compliance with Provincial Minimum Maintenance Standards and Town service levels.

The position provides support and direction to Winter Forepeople and seasonal staff while maintaining overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the Windrow Assistance Program. The Coordinator works closely with Operations Supervisors to ensure contract compliance, customer service excellence, operational readiness, and continuous improvement of winter maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate daily winter maintenance contracts for roadway and sidewalk maintenance.
• Act as the primary operational liaison between the Town and winter maintenance contractors during winter events.
• Monitor contractor deployment, route completion, response times, and service level compliance.
• Conduct field inspections and operational audits of winter maintenance activities.
• Review contractor reports, AVL data, inspection records, and operational documentation.
• Track deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions with contractors.
• Assist Supervisors with performance reporting, documentation, change orders, and contract administration activities.
• Ensure contractor activities comply with contract specifications, Health and Safety legislation, Town policies, and Provincial regulations.
• Coordinate contractor responses during winter events and escalate operational concerns as required.
• Lead and administer all aspects of the Town's Windrow Assistance Program.