Water operations consultant/IC2 Water operations consultant
Manitoba Government’s Municipal and Northern Relations Department based in Winnipeg, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Water operations consultant. Manitoba Government’s Municipal and Northern Relations Department supports local governance and community development across the province. It provides financial assistance, policy guidance, and strategic support to municipalities and northern communities. Its efforts focus on enhancing public services and fostering economic development. This approach helps build resilient communities and improve the quality of life for Manitobans. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Manitoba Government
Department: Municipal and Northern Relations
Division: Northern Affairs, Municipal and Northern Support Services
Position: Water operations consultant/IC2 Water operations consultant
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $72664.00 – $93620.00 yearly
Employment Type: Regular/Full time
Job Category: Human Resource Services
Location: Winnipeg, MB, CA
Shift: Overtime, including evenings and weekends
Advertisement Number: 42942
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a minimum Class 2 Water or Wastewater Treatment Certification
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to be legally entitled to work in Canada and be available to be on call for emergencies
- The candidates should be able to possess and maintain a valid Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s Licence and work overtime, including evenings and weekends
- The candidates should be able to travel to remote communities by vehicle, boat, small aircraft, all-terrain vehicle, and winter roads
- The candidates should be able to carry up to 20 pounds of equipment over rough terrain to access facilities
- The candidates should be able to obtain and maintain Manitoba certification in Water Treatment Class 2, Wastewater Treatment Class 2, and Small Systems (water and wastewater) within 2 years of the start date in the position
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should hold a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, preferably in Environmental or Municipal Discipline; a Bachelor of Science, or an Engineering degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- The candidates should have experience and knowledge with the operations and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, water, or wastewater systems
- The candidates should have strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate information to a variety of clients and stakeholders
- The candidates should have experience and knowledge interpreting and applying legislation related to water and wastewater infrastructure operations and maintenance, including The Drinking Water Safety Act, The Public Health Act, or The Environment Act and related regulations
- The candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook and knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health requirements related to the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure
- The candidates should have strong organizational and time management skills to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in tight timeframes, with minimal supervision
- The candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills including the ability to resolve conflict, build relationships, and interact effectively with internal and external clients
- The candidates should have experience providing mentorship, coaching, and training to build capacity
- The candidates should have strong written communication skills to communicate simple and complex information to different stakeholders with varying levels of understanding
- The candidates should be able to read and interpret blueprints or drawings and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide technical leadership, direction, supervision, advice, and guidance to community and department staff regarding the provision of safe drinking water and effective treatment of wastewater within Northern Affairs (NA) communities
- The candidates should be able to act directly as the facility Operator-in-Charge when a local community operator is not fully certified, until the local operator becomes fully certified
- The candidates should be able to manage multiple facilities spread out over a wide geographic area as the Operator-in-Charge
- The candidates should be able to work with NA Community Administrative Officers and Councils to provide oversight to NA community operators, build community capacity, and manage performance outcomes for the facilities, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and advertisement number) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
govjobs@gov.mb.ca
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!