General Manager, Victoria Regional Transit

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

Responsible for the operation of the Victoria Regional Transit system, leading an extensive team to deliver transportation services our customers can rely on. Develops and implements initiatives, goals and targets to ensure a safe and reliable operation in alignment with BC Transit’s strategic plan. Sets the vision for the team to work collaboratively to deliver the best transportation solution for our customers.

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We value lifelong learners and have found the following combination of education and experience allows people to be successful in this role: 

• Progressive experience, which should include senior level management and leading large teams within a complex organization, with a preference given to those who have worked in a unionized environment.  
• Extensive operations management experience in transportation or other complex, customer focused service industry. Track record of driving operational improvement through use of data and team engagement
• Proven leadership experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Works effectively in a cross-functional setting, excellent communication skills  
• Hands on experience managing union relationships and leading through the collective bargaining process 
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that evolves the team, adapts to changing environment and builds a positive culture of engagement.

• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus two taxable dependent passes)
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Membership in a “gold plated” defined benefit pension plan, meaning it’s the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retire 
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health

• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.
• Interviews will take place between June 19th - 23rd, 2023. 
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.

Adam Ryvers