Director, Public Works

Job description

Director, Public Works Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer: Salary Range (2026): $162,688 – $190,320 annually Location: Lindsay, Ontario: Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours/day) | Core hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional Requirements: Occasional travel, attendance at meetings/conferences, and response to emergency situations outside normal business hours Shape the Infrastructure That Keeps a City Moving The City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking leader to serve as our next Director, Public Works . This is more than an operational leadership role — it is an opportunity to influence the long-term infrastructure strategy of a growing municipality. Reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer, you will lead a diverse and highly skilled team responsible for the essential services that residents rely on every day. From roads and fleet to water, wastewater, transit, utilities, and waste management — you will oversee the systems that keep our community safe, sustainable, and moving forward. What You Will Lead: You will provide overall leadership, direction, and strategic oversight for: You will champion operational excellence while ensu...