Lead Operations Engineer, Water & Wastewater Treatment

Halifax Water

Halifax

On-site

CAD 103,000 - 129,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Halifax Water is seeking a Regular full-time Operations Engineer (Treatment Facilities) to lead water and wastewater treatment operations and provide engineering support for operating programs. The role emphasizes risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and resiliency of critical treatment services.

The candidate must hold a Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or be eligible for membership with APE NS, plus a post-secondary engineering degree and at least five years in municipal

Qualifications

Post-secondary degree in engineering; P.Eng. designation or eligible.
Minimum 5 years progressive municipal engineering experience with direct supervisory responsibilities.
Member of the Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia (APEGNS) or eligible for membership.
Must possess a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage water and wastewater treatment operations.
Provide engineering support for operating programs and projects within Operations.
Plan, develop, review and monitor operating programs and service standards aligned with corporate objectives.
Advance operational resiliency through risk assessment, mitigation planning, and emergency preparedness.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Municipal engineering

Project management

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Engineering degree

APEGNS membership eligibility

Job description

The candidate must hold a Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or be eligible for membership with APE NS, plus a post-secondary engineering degree and at least five years in municipal

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