Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector Team Lead – Environment and Climate Change (Government of Manitoba)

Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector Team Lead – Open Until Filled

RS2 Resource Technician 2

Departmental; Seasonal

Recallable, Approximately 27 Weeks

Environment and Climate Change

Water Science and Watershed Management, Water Stewardship

Grand Rapids MB, The Pas MB, Ashern MB, Dauphin MB, Portage la Prairie MB, Minnedosa MB, Selkirk MB, Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 43759

Salary(s): RS2 $1,874.40 – $2,279.20 bi-weekly Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: August 31, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

This Job Competition will remain open until filled. All applications received within ten (10) calendar days of the posting date will be accepted and considered for further evaluation. If the position remains unfilled, applications may continue to be accepted and considered until the closing date. To ensure your application is considered, please apply within the initial ten (10) day posting period.

The Aquatic Invasive Species Unit is seeking passionate and energetic individuals to fill Watercraft Inspector Team Lead positions across Manitoba. We are looking to fill positions at stationary locations where staff will work at one location for the entire season season. We are also looking to fill positions for Roving Crews, where crew members will travel throughout various locations in Manitoba for one week at a time.

Stationary Locations
Watercraft Inspection Stations are located in Portage la Prairie, Selkirk, Ashern, Grand Rapids, The Pas, Dauphin, Minnedosa.

Roving Positions
Roving positions are headquartered out of Winnipeg and crew members will travel, rotating through various locations throughout Manitoba for one week at a time.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba class 5 driver’s licence.
Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position including bending, kneeling and lifting up to 22 kgs (50 lbs).
Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in various weather conditions.
Must be willing and able to work weekends, statutory holidays, and overtime as required.

Qualifications:
Essential:

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Experience working with the public, stakeholders and interest groups.
Experience supervising staff or demonstrating leadership in a team setting
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
Effective verbal communication skills.
Effective written communication skills.
Education, experience and/or training related to environmental issues.
Demonstrated attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Strong organizational and time management skills including the ability to work under pressure.
Experience driving a 1/2 ton or 3/4 ton truck.
Experience loading and hauling trailers.

Duties:
The Watercraft Inspector Team Lead conducts the same duites as a Watercraft Inspector and plays an integral role in enforcing Manitoba’s Aquatic Invasive Species Regulation, particularly inspecting and decontaminating watercraft and water-related equipment; communicating with and educating the public about the Province’s Aquatic Invasive Species Program; and promoting and educating the public about the stewardship practices they must employ to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species in Manitoba. In addition to these duties, the Team Lead is responsible for supervising a small team of Watercraft Inspectors – including providing oversight and guidance to Watercraft Inspectors; troubleshooting issues that aries such as equipment malfuction; ensuring scheduled operating hours are upheld including calling in alternate staff to cover; conducting site logistics relating to the operation of the inspection station; and performing quality control of inspection, decontamination and data collected by the watercraft inspectors. Successful candidates will be expected to work evenings and weekends including statutory holidays and outdoors in various weather conditions. Roving positions will be expected to travel throughout Manitoba for extended periods of time and coordinate site plans, and communicate with landowners and provincial staff.
Apply to:
Advertisement # 43759
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

Candidates who are not successful in the Team Lead (RS2) competition may be considered for a Watercraft Inspector (RS1) position if they meet the necessary criteria.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor’s representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.