Water Treatment Operations Support Engineer

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Water Treatment Operations Support Engineer

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Job description

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of
Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a
comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees.
These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision
care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally,
we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure
that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in
their careers.
Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we
offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at
We take pride in fostering safe, and
healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full
potential.
Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work,
or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and
approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely
are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return
to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend
meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.
The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce
that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications
are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be
underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized
Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers
are encouraged to self-declare.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring
process.
Preference to internal applicants may be applied.
Job Profile
Under the general direction of the Water Treatment Operations Engineer, the
Water Treatment Operations Support Engineer provides professional
engineering, management and administrative services for the Water Supply
& Treatment Branch and engineering support of other branches within the
Water Services Division. The Water Treatment Operations Support Engineer
provides engineering support relating to operation and maintenance
activities associated with Shoal Lake Intake, the Shoal Lake Aqueduct, the
Greater Winnipeg Water District Railway, the Deacon Water Treatment Plant
& Booster Pumping Station, two branch aqueducts, Tache Booster Pumping
Station, the three in City Pumping Stations and Reservoirs (McPhillips
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Station, Hurst Station and MacLean Station), public water outlets and
pressure monitoring stations in the interest of supporting delivery of safe,
efficient and reliable Water Treatment and Supply service to the City of
Winnipeg.As the Water Treatment Operation Support Engineer you will:
1. Provide operational engineering support, planning interpretation and
analysis, financial analysis and input related to operational
improvements and coordinates contract administration for assigned
Water Treatment operations.
2. Manage and lead identified operational projects in conformance with
aims, goals, policies and objectives of the organization.
3. Identify and initiate facility operating and maintenance improvements
through the monitoring, research and analysis of operations and
industry standards and trends.
4. Perform and prepare specialized forecasting and engineering economic
studies and analysis and make recommendations on that basis.
5. Develop and administer Operational Plans, Emergency Response Plans
& Security Protocols for Water Supply & Treatment Branch.
6. Participate as a member of the Water Treatment and Transmission
Branch team.
7. Ability to work extended hours in emergent situations.
8. Travel required within assigned area of responsibility.Your education and qualifications include:
1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
2. Courses in project management are preferred.
3. Post-secondary courses in Water Treatment and/or Water Distribution
are preferred.
4. Operator Certification Level 4 in Water Treatment by Provincial Exam
is preferred.
5. Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to be flexible and
active in developing innovative methodologies.
6. Must have strong organizational and project planning skills to plan,
organize, prioritize and coordinate work and resources with a high
degree of independence.
7. Demonstrated ability to execute sound judgment while working under
pressure and under stressful conditions.
8. Ability to learn and adapt to changing technological environments.
9. General knowledge of municipal water treatment and water system
infrastructure.
10. General knowledge of financial management and reporting skills
including ability to prepare and manage budgets and spending.
11. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, including
written and group presentation skills.
12. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working
relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external
contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace
Standard.
13. General knowledge of economic analysis methodologies.
14. Must have a general knowledge of the occupational hazards and the
safety precautions and regulations that are applicable to the position’s
area of work.
15. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft
Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel).Conditions of employment:
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1. The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in
Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their
responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
2. A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be
required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
3. Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence.
4. Professional Engineer designation and eligible for registration with
Engineering Geoscientists Manitoba, (E.G.M.).APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
1. Current resume (Required).
2. Cover letter.
3. Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be
considered.*Your application documents must clearly
indicate how you meet the qualifications of
the position.*Notes
Online applications can be submitted in PeopleSoft through the Careers tile
on the Employee Self Service homepage.Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Employee Group: W.A.P.S.O.
Position Reports To: Water Treatment Operations Engineer1. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their
knowledge, abilities, and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the
position.
2. The various work environments that the position may encounter during
the course of a normal working day may subject the employee to noxious
odours, gas, dust and occasional exposure to adverse weather.
3. The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for
transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions
of the City’s Transportation Policy.
4. The successful applicant will be required to provide a Notice of Driver’s
Licence In Force document upon request.
5. The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training

Expected salary

$3013.1 – 4047.21 per month

Location

Manitoba

Job date

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 05:15:52 GMT

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