Manager Of Operational Technology

District of Saanich; Saanich; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A large municipality in British Columbia is seeking a Manager of Operational Technology to lead the implementation and management of Operational Technology Systems within the Public Works Division. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or computer science and several years of experience managing significant technology projects. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $115,745 to $136,125 and excellent benefits including a generous pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits package

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• 5 years proven experience managing large technology projects.
• Experience as a Product Owner.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS).

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and management of Operational Technology Systems.
• Implement emerging technology within Engineering - Public Works.

Skills

Leadership in technology projects

Public Works experience

Operational Technology knowledge

Emerging smart technology

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Project Management certification

Job description

Manager Of Operational Technology

Permanent Full Time Position (Exempt)

The District of Saanich is the largest municipality in beautiful Greater Victoria, blending both the urban and rural environment and home to approximately 124,000 citizens. Employing more than 1,500 members, our greatest asset is a high performing workforce. We provide a collaborative, dynamic and progressive work environment that consistently attracts top-quality people, enables them to perform at their best and grow their skills. Our competitive wages, excellent benefits package, generous pension plan, flexible work program, supporting and inclusive work environment and progressive initiatives make the District of Saanich a highly desirable place to invest your talent.

The Engineering Department is seeking an experienced Manager of Operational Technology to join the Public Works Division. This position will be responsible for leading the implementation and ongoing management of Operational Technology Systems (applications, instrumentation, electrical and mechanical) and implementing emerging technology within Engineering - Public Works for the District of Saanich.

The ideal candidate brings a diploma or degree preferably in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience; 5 years proven experience working and managing large technology projects: including 5 years proven experience acting as a Product Owner; Public Works & Operational Technology experience; emerging smart technology experience in industrial control systems (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) an asset; Asset Management understanding and experience considered an asset; Business Analyst, Control System Cybersecurity (ISA/IEC 62443), Project Management, IT Service Management and Product Owner certifications considered an asset; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

This is an Exempt position with an annual salary range of $115,745 - $136,125, an excellent benefits package and a generous pension plan. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply via our careers website by 11:45 p.m. on January 16, 2026 quoting competition 25320. In addition to the interview process, testing will be conducted.

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence [e-mail]. We thank all applicants for applying.