Operations Engineer Specialist

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Instrumentation) would be an asset.
• Professional training/certification in Traffic Signal Operations, Work Zone Management or related areas.
• Less than three (3) years' working experience in a transportation organization.
• Knowledge of construction and Government financial management procedures.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS/KEY COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge of research methodologies, survey techniques and statistical methods.
• Knowledge of traffic management techniques, including Intelligent Transport Systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of relevant computer applications and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Creativity, innovation and sound judgement.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

• Reports to: Operations Manager

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Traffic Management Centre.
• Collaborate with Signal technicians to ensure the maintenance and installation of traffic signs, traffic signals and road markings in accordance with Agency standards.
• Ensure maintenance activities relating to traffic control devices are completed in a timely manner.
• Update and maintain databases relating to traffic control devices.
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of computerized traffic signal monitoring and control equipment within the Traffic Management Centre.
• Supervise contractors engaged in the installation of new traffic infrastructure.
• Prepare basic timing and phasing plans for preliminary signalization proposals.
• Participate in the development and implementation of traffic management plans.
• Prepare Traffic Status Reports as required.
• Attend internal and public meetings to provide information on signal operations and other traffic control devices.