Lead Operator

Veolia; Goderich; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a dedicated Water Treatment Operator to ensure compliance with environmental standards across water treatment facilities in Ontario. This role involves maintaining communication with managers, conducting operational checks, and ensuring optimal water treatment processes. Qualified candidates should possess a valid certification and experience in the waste/drinking water industry.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Health and safety oriented work environment

Internal and external training programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in the waste/drinking water industry.
• Familiarity with Ontario drinking water regulations.
• Management and/or Supervisor Training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Operational Checks and adjust water treatment processes.
• Maintain communication with managers regarding system status.
• Prepare budget estimates and conduct routine maintenance.

Skills

Technical skills

Good Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Valid Class of Ontario Certification in Water Treatment

Job description

Company Description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.

www.veolianorthamerica.com

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, this position will ensure the effective operation of the various wastewater/drinking water facilities assigned throughout the Veolia Huron Hub. This position will ensure safety and environmental compliance with all regulatory & corporate standards is met at all the sites operated.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Maintain communications with the Project Manager, Maintenance Manager, Office Manager and fellow operators regarding the status of the systems assigned and assist with Procurement
2. Assist Maintenance Manager to coordinate project management
3. Organize daily activities while maintaining communications with the Maintenance Manager, Office Manager and fellow operators regarding the status of the water/wastewater systems assigned
4. Conduct Operational Checks as required
5. Adjust, test and evaluate system operations/processes
6. Adjust or direct flow, pressure or quality of the water
7. Reports and acts upon non-conformances, works in conjunction with QACS Reps.
8. Attends MECP site Inspections or delegate to another Operator to attend
9. Identify and research efficiencies in facilities
10. Prepare budget estimates for client consideration
11. Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on the facilities' equipment
12. Follow and help develop the Standard Operating Procedures and Contingency Plans at each site
13. Perform routine calibration and verification of online and hand held instrumentation as per manufacturer’s manuals and SOPs
14. Collect and prepare samples for submission to accredited labs
15. Maintain records as required by the regulators, the clients and the company
16. Ensure optimal operations of water treatment processes through chemical dosage assessment and adjustment
17. Performs Operator Duties as required

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Valid Class of Ontario Certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, and Waste Water Treatment for work assigned
• Familiarity with the Ontario drinking water regulations as they apply to large and small municipally owned and private residential water systems
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Demonstrated technical skills
• 1 year experience in the waste/drinking water industry
• Good Communication skills
• Management and/or Supervisor Training
• Computer literacy
• Valid driver's license

Additional Information

Why join our team of researchers? Come and rejuvenate the world with us!

• Acting today to create the world of tomorrow;
• A company in constant growth;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can put your talent to good use;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can make the most of your talent; Challenges adapted to your needs and the absence of routine;
• The possibility of developing your career according to your professional objectives;
• Internal and external training and coaching programs;
• A very competitive compensation, pension and benefits package;
• Multi-disciplinary work teams and a health and safety oriented work environment.

We thank all applicants for applying, but only those selected will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.