Irrigation Management Engineer

Avenue.io Inc.; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, located in Lethbridge, is seeking an Irrigation Management Engineer to lead the Basin Water Management Section. The role focuses on irrigation infrastructure programs, project leadership, and data-driven reporting to support irrigation districts and sector stakeholders.

Requirements include a civil/agriculture/environmental engineering degree with at least five years in irrigation or water infrastructure, and CAD/GIS proficiency.

Qualifications

• University graduation in Civil, Agricultural or Environmental Engineering or another related Engineering field.
• Plus five years’ experience in Irrigation, Water Infrastructure or related.
• Equivalency: additional related education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess irrigation district scale infrastructure projects increasing water conveyance efficiencies.
• Lead technical support, analysis, evaluation, and reporting of irrigation infrastructure projects.
• Provide delivery support for irrigation infrastructure grant programs and funding initiatives.

Skills

Irrigation water management

Hydrology & hydraulics

Infrastructure design & rehab

Communication & collaboration

Education

Civil/Agri/Environmental Eng degree

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Irrigation Management Engineer Job Requisition ID: 85377 Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation Location: Lethbridge Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: Re-posted August 27, 2026 Open until a suitable candidate is found Classification: Engineering and Related Level 2 Salary: $3,525.22 to $4,880.90 bi-weekly ($92,008 - $127,391/year)

The Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation is responsible for policies, legislation, regulations and services necessary for Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to grow, prosper and diversify; inspiring public confidence in the quality and safety of food; and supporting environmentally sustainable resource management practices. For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation please visit https://www.alberta.ca/agriculture-and-irrigation.aspx

Role Responsibilities

Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking professional with a passion for irrigation infrastructure and water management. We are looking for a skilled Irrigation Management Engineer to support the Basin Water Management Section in its mandate to enable continued improvement of the irrigation sector in water conservation, efficiency and productivity. Sustainable water management now and into the future is critical to Alberta's irrigated agriculture industry, and to ensuring water for all uses in the province. Reporting to the Section Manager, you will take a leadership role in delivering innovative irrigation infrastructure programs and projects within the Natural Resource Management Branch. You will lead the Irrigation Management Engineering team in condition evaluation, construction monitoring and assessment of proposed and implemented projects. You will provide analytical reports and expertise to the department and to the Irrigation Secretariat in support of Irrigation Council. You will build internal and external relationships to deliver on your role, including with the irrigation districts and irrigation infrastructure sector in the province.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess irrigation district scale infrastructure projects that increase irrigation water conveyance efficiencies, improve water operational control and promote water conservation.
• Lead technical support, analysis, evaluation, and reporting of irrigation infrastructure management projects and department irrigation initiatives.
• Provide delivery support for the Branch’s irrigation infrastructure grant programs and funding initiatives for irrigation water management projects through timely and efficient analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
• Maintain department standards, guidelines and procedures for infrastructure construction.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and verification for aspects of irrigation water modelling and grant program management and support geospatial district infrastructure data by analyzing and verifying accuracy of data.

To be successful in this position you will require:

• A broad knowledge of irrigation infrastructure, irrigation water management, hydrology and water flow hydraulics.
• Thorough understanding of infrastructure construction and rehabilitation practices, maintenance of irrigation works, current and emerging technologies, and design standards.
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills for coordinating all aspects of the position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Systems Thinking - Takes a long-term view towards organization’s objectives and how to achieve them:

• Takes holistic long-term view of challenges and opportunities.
• Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts.

Creative Problem Solving - Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues:

• Engages perspective to seek root causes.
• Finds ways to improve complex systems.
• Employs resources from other areas to solve problems.
• Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks.

Drive for Results - Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes:

• Uses variety of resources to monitor own performance standards.
• Acknowledges even indirect responsibility.
• Commits to what is good for Albertans even if not immediately accepted.
• Reaches goals consistent with APS direction.

Build Collaborative Environments - Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill:

• Leverages skills and knowledge of others.
• Genuinely values and learns from others.
• Facilitates open and respectful conflict resolution.Recognizes and appreciates others.

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standard:

• University graduation in Civil, Agricultural or Environmental Engineering or another related Engineering field.
• Plus five years’ experience (Irrigation, Water Infrastructure or related).

Equivalency:

• Additional related education may be considered in lieu of experience on a one-for-one basis.

Additional Requirements:

• Eligible or Registered as a P.Eng. with APEGA as a Professional Member.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, CAD drawings, and GIS databases.

Assets:

• Competence in AutoCAD and ArcGIS Pro software.
• Broad knowledge of irrigation or water management principles, infrastructure and technology.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Irrigation Districts Act.
• Ability to interpret technical information/concepts including construction drawings, standards and requirements.
• Ability to prepare and present information to technical and non-technical individuals.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative assessment of water-related infrastructure projects, including design, construction and condition evaluation.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve problems while documenting assumptions and methodologies.
• Knowledge of engineering hydrology and water flow hydraulics, and irrigation water management.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Position Information:

• Office located in Lethbridge: Agriculture Centre, (5401-1 Ave S., Lethbridge, AB).
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time).
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am- 4:30 pm).
• Travel: Some travel up to 25% will be required.

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience align with the role.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo an assignment to demonstrate skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
• This position will require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sam Thomas Mathew at [e-mail].