SAMPLE JOB POSTING

 

Wastewater Engineer

Water and Waste Department

 

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Wastewater Engineer is responsible for all aspects of management, administration, operation, control and maintenance of the three major regional wastewater treatment plants and the “Wingro” biosolids (sludge) reuse program.  The Wastewater Engineer provides professional engineering input into the Department’s major design/construction capital program and approves those engineering designs by outside consultants which affect the branch. The Wastewater Engineer is responsible for making timely decisions in all situations including emergencies related to the operation of the City’s three water pollution control centers.

 

 

DUTIES

1. Manages three major regional wastewater treatment plants, “Wingro” biosolids program and staff training and certification.
2. Plans, reviews, approves and implements annual short and long term operating, maintenance and upgrade programs consistent with technological developments.
3. Liaises with department personnel, consultants, contractors, suppliers, other departments, Provincial regulators and outside agencies.
4. Reviews and approves engineering designs and construction drawings.
5. Manages the Wastewater Treatment Branch’s operating budget and provides input to the capital budget.
6. Provides professional engineering input into the Department’s major design/construction capital program.
7. Provides input and direction to the Department’s Strategic Partner.
8. Manages the Wastewater Treatment Branch staff, with 5 direct supervision and approx. 75 indirect.
9. Participates in recruitment process and Human Resource issues directly related to the Branch.
10. Ensures compliance with Worker’s Compensation Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, safety regulations and safe work practices.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, a Master’s Degree in Science, Engineering or Business Administration is desirable.
2. Professional Engineer Designation (P. Eng.) from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of Manitoba (A.P.E.G.M.)
3. Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection Class IV Operator Certification is desirable, or must be willing to obtain within 12 months of appointment.
4. Demonstrated ability to perform administrative and supervisory duties at a senior level, and ability to manage branch finances and budgeting.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, including communication, both oral and written, public presentation and formal reporting capabilities, facilitation, collaboration and team building skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to manage human resources (staff), training, safety and personnel issues.
7. Demonstrated ability to deal with the public, media and politicians in a responsive, responsible, and timely manner.
8. Demonstrated ability to prepare technical engineering reports.
9. Demonstrated ability to work effectively under stressful conditions and with minimum supervision.
10. Demonstrated knowledge of CWMS software and measurement and analysis tools.
11. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer utilizing various software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Benchmarking)
12. Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to be flexible and active in developing innovative methodologies.
13. Thorough understanding of management principles and information systems and the fundamental concepts of such systems with particular emphasis on management control and organizational effectiveness.
14. Strong organizational and project planning skills to plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate work and resources with a high degree of independence.
15. Demonstrated ability to deal with issues in a timely fashion applying sound judgement.
16. Demonstrated ability to communicate with subordinate staff both orally and in writing.
17. Demonstrated ability to make timely and effective decisions.
18. Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that is applicable to the area of work.
19. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with management and employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.

 

 

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