Term Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment

This position is directly responsible for the operations maintenance and budgetary management of Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure for the purpose of environmental protection regulatory compliance and public health. This position requires a high degree of decision making skill and requires working independently.

Education: Minimum two year community college technical program applicable to Water or Wastewater Treatment or related discipline; a Level III Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) certification (or equivalent) as well as specialized courses in water/wastewater treatment. A combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment mechanical electrical plumbing or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.

Experience: Five years related experience in the wastewater treatment industry with demonstrated supervisory ability.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:

Valid NS Drivers License and willingness to use own vehicle and be willing to use their own vehicle in accordance with the Mileage Policy.

Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
First Aid
WHMIS
Confined Space Entry
Fall Protection
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Rigging
Lockout/Tagout
H2S Awareness

Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of various wastewater/water treatment facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Applicable Federal and Provincial legislation Environment Act CCME OH&S WHMIS Halifax Water policies.
• Biological and chemical treatment processes.
• Instrumentation computerized control and electrical systems.
• Computer software programs: Microsoft Office SCADA and Datastream MP2 etc.
• Ability to react appropriately during emergency conditions.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public internal and external customers.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent off-hour communication with treatment facility employees to assist in resolving treatment facility issues.
• This position exposes the Supervisors to varying degrees of physical emotional and mental demands.

Work Environment:

• Periodically subjected to chemical fumes malodours bacterial aerosols VOC (volatile organic compounds).

Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution wastewater collection and treatment and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.

At Halifax Water you can look forward to an engaging satisfying career that offers a competitive salary excellent benefits and professional development. Were committed to providing world-class water wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.

Halifax Waters goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians LGBTQ community racially visible persons women in non-traditional positions persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Halifax Water invests in its employees by providing competitive salaries incentive programs opportunities for advancement and an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development opportunities