Chief Operator – Water & Wastewater

Ontario Water Works Association; Listowel; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

OMERS pension plan

Extensive paid time off

Training reimbursement

Job summary

Ontario Water Works Association is seeking an experienced Chief Operator to lead the day-to-day operation of municipal water and wastewater systems in North Perth. This role requires MECP Water Distribution & Supply License II and Wastewater Treatment License Class III, plus 5 years of progressive management experience.

As the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO), you will provide on-site leadership to the Utility Foreperson and Operators, ensuring safe, compliant operations across treatment

Qualifications

• Licenses required: MECP Water Distribution & Supply License II and Wastewater Treatment License Class III.
• Minimum 5 years progressive management experience in water/wastewater operations, municipal experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MECP regulations, standards and levels of service.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of municipal water and wastewater systems.
• Serve as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) for North Perth’s water and wastewater systems.
• Provide on-site leadership, technical direction, and oversight to the Utility Foreperson and Operators.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

MECP Water Distribution & Supply License II

Wastewater Treatment License Class III

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced and technically drivenChief Operatorto lead the day-to-day operation of our municipal water and wastewater systems.

As the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) for North Perth’s Water and Wastewater Systems, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of essential services to our growing community. This is an opportunity to bring your technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving skills to a role where your work has a direct and meaningful impact.

Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the Chief Operator provides on-site leadership, technical direction, and operational oversight to the Utility Foreperson and Utility Operators. You will help lead a skilled team while ensuring our water supply and distribution systems and wastewater treatment and collection systems are operated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.

Work Environment

This is an on-site operational leadership position.Work is primarily based out of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, with attendance at various worksites located throughout North Perth. This is an ideal opportunity if you enjoy being connected to the work, the team, and the community.

Successful candidates will bring:

• MECP Water Distribution & Supply License class II and Wastewater Treatment License Class III in compliance with O. Reg # 453/93.
• 5 years progressive management experience in water/wastewater operations with municipal experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of current MECP Water/Wastewater regulations, standards and levels of service.
• The ability to function well under pressure, and to respond to frequently changing demands and priorities.
• A commitment to health and safety, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

Salary is based upon a 40 hour work week and will align with experience and qualifications. North Perth offers comprehensive health and dental benefits, extensive paid time off to promote work-life balance, OMERS pension plan, and reimbursement for approved memberships and training.

North Perth is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful workplace. Upon request, HR will provide accommodations to applicants as needed throughout the recruitment process.