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Operations Manager:   Gillies Bay Improvement District
Permanent Part-Time:   16 hours per week
Salary:                            $30 to $34 per hour based on experience

Start Date:                      Immediately

Position Overview:

The Operations Manager plays a key role in managing the daily operations of our water system, ensuring the efficient delivery of clean, potable water to our residents. This position requires a hands-on leader with a strong understanding of water system operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, leadership experience, and a commitment to safety and quality.

This position requires:

• Project Management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, both small and large, with diverse objectives and deadlines.
• A working knowledge and experience with Water Distribution systems.
• EOCP certification is a benefit.
• Proficiency with Water Operations software, such as SCADA and meter reading software
• Commitment to keeping abreast of industry standards and innovations.
• Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with public officials, ratepayers, local committees and interest groups.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel programs.
• Excellent report writing skills.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to admin@gillies-bay.ca. A complete job description is available upon request. The position will remain open until filled.

Finance Officer – Gillies Bay Improvement District

Part-time: 12 – 16 hours per week

Salary: 29 – 31 per hour based on experience

Position Overview:

The Finance Officer manages accounts payable/receivable, processes payroll and assists in the budgeting, forecasting and planning process.

This Position Requires:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in finance management
• A working knowledge of Sage 50
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management and strong organizational skills, the ability to establish priorities with attention to detail, and work without direct supervision in a small office environment.
• Demonstration of sound decision making skills and professionalism in dealing with sensitive information, necessitating use of discretion, tact and good judgment.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to admin@gillies-bay.ca by March 6, 2025. A complete job description is available upon request.

Good news! Now that the chlorinator is repaired, and the water has been tested, we can lift the Boil Water Notice in Gillies Bay, effective January 8, 2026!

Note that we remain on a Boil Water Advisory, for infants and those who are immuno-compromised.

Boil Water Notice – Effective Immediately and Until Further Notice

Sadly, a critical piece of electronic equipment failed at the chlorinator last night, resulting in our need to go on Boil Water Notice. We are in the process of sourcing the replacement part. We will keep you informed as to when the repair takes place.

In the meantime, boil water at a full rolling boil for a MINIMUM of 1 MINUTE

Boil water for any of the following uses: drinking, food preparation, coffee, brushing teeth, infant formula, ice, washing fruit and vegetables, beer and wine making, canning.

Please help us spread the word to your neighbours!

Good news!

Boil Water Notice is lifted in Gillies Bay, effective November 18!

Note that we remain on a Boil Water Advisory, for infants and those who are immuno-compromised.

November 6, 2025

Message from the GBID Trustees to Texada Island residents.

The Trustees are very appreciative of the work and dedication Mike Corcoran has given to the Firefighters during his time as Chief. We regret that he has decided that he cannot continue. His letter to the community shows his concern for the Firefighters, and the very real challenges all Volunteer Fire Services face.

Unfortunately, his heartfelt letter gives the impression that the Trustees do not support upgrading the training and equipment of the Fire Service. Also, it does not clearly describe the issues surrounding the budget for 2026.  The Board has already allocated more than $50,000 funding for equipment in 2024-2025. Additional funding for equipment and training is included in the budget for 2026.

The financial support for the Fire Service comes mostly through the Parcel tax and the specific proposal put forward by the Fire Chief would require a large increase in this portion of the tax and further increases in later years. The novel part of the proposal was that the Chief and Deputy Chief should become part time employees of the Improvement District, and that Volunteer Firefighters should receive financial compensation for time spent in training and possibly call-outs. The detailed proposals were presented to the Board very close to the deadline for submitting the budget to the Province, so that there was no time to discuss whether this was the best way to deal with the problems described by the Chief in his letter. Furthermore, the plan had not been discussed with the Texada Firefighters Association which includes both the Van Anda and Gillies Bay fire departments.

The Trustee’s decision was that the plan could not be approved as District policy and funded until further consultation had been carried out. A consultation process is now underway and a policy proposal for long term support of the Fire Services will eventually be presented to taxpayers. The future of the Fire Service is very important to the community. The problems facing Volunteer Fire Services are real but effective solutions are not obvious. The Trustees are committed to support the Firefighters and hope that with community support we can have a safe and effective Fire Service for many years to come.

The Trustees of GBID

Water Line Upgrades will recommence this weekend on the north end of Sanderson Road. Traffic will be down to one lane. Expect short delays.
The driveway to the Medical Clinic will NOT be blocked.

Friday October 24, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
The crew will be trenching.

Saturday October 25
The crew will not be working and the road will be open, but not as wide as usual. Please be cautious.

Sunday October 26, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
The following properties will be directly affected with water interruptions:
Medical Clinic, 4961, 4923,4903, 4966, 4952, 4914, 4880
We do not anticipate interruptions to the whole community, but as you know, we never know what we’ll find once we start digging.

Monday October 27
Possible water interruptions, if the crew is unable to complete the installation on Sunday.

We know this is very inconvenient and we appreciate your patience. This should be the last upgrade until spring.

Notice of Road Interruption

A section of Sanderson Road will be down to one-lane this weekend while we resume work on the water line upgrade alongside Sanderson.

The affected section will be from the Medical Clinic to 4922 and 4923. The driveway to the Medical Clinic will NOT be blocked off.

Work will begin Saturday and will be completed by Monday, if all goes well.

There will water interruptions to a small section of Sanderson on Sunday. Residents have been notified.

Please use care and caution when entering Gillies Bay.

Thank you for your patience while we continue to upgrade our water lines.