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JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Halifax Transit, the Director, Transit Fleet is responsible for a budget in excess of $16 million and a large, diverse bus fleet of over 400 comprised of 40 and 60ft conventional buses and paratransit vehicles. This responsibility includes strategic planning for the transit fleet, continuous process improvement, daily maintenance and servicing of a diverse fleet of vehicles, development and execution of a preventative maintenance program, major component rebuilds, transit facility and equipment maintenance and transit fleet acquisition. The Director is responsible for the provision of a safe, efficient and reliable bus fleet. As a member of Halifax Transit’s Senior Leadership Team, the Director contributes to the development of long-range strategies to support Halifax Transit’s goals and objectives. The Director fosters and maintains productive relationships with provincial and federal agencies and regulators, as well as with the public, industry clients, internal HRM departments and Regional Council. This position is responsible for the management of non-union and unionized staff and is accountable for ensuring all collective agreements, corporate policies and operating procedures are adhered to.