Public Works - Water & Sewer Operations Manager

SWWA LLC; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

SWWA LLC is seeking a Water & Sewer Operations Manager to oversee the City’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems from the Civic Operations Centre in Yorkton, SK. The position leads eleven staff, aligns with a director, and interfaces with multiple city departments and the public.

Responsibilities include directing maintenance, capital projects, budgeting, safety programs, and asset management, while ensuring regulatory compliance and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and ability to obtain RCMP security clearance.
• Ability to obtain Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board Class III Water Distribution and Class III Wastewater Collection Certifications.
• Preferred: Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board Class III Water Distribution Certificate and Class III Wastewater Collection Certificate.
• Technical Diploma (A.Sc.T.) or Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Five or more years of progressive management and supervisory experience.
• Experience with asset management and GIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation, maintenance, and improvement of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure in compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Plan, coordinate, and prioritize departmental work, capital projects, and contracted services.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets and long-term infrastructure plans.
• Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate staff while fostering a safe environment.
• Ensure OH&S compliance, COR requirements, and safety programs.
• Develop and maintain water and wastewater policies, procedures, standards, and SOPs.
• Monitor assets and maintain records through asset management and GIS.
• Investigate and respond to service concerns and customer inquiries.
• Prepare reports, tender documents, budgets, and recommendations for senior management.
• Participate in on-call rotation and coordinate emergency response.

Skills

Staff leadership

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Regulatory compliance

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Technical Diploma (A.Sc.T.)

Bachelor/Master in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS systems

Job description

Public Works - Water & Sewer Operations Manager

Job Category: PW- Water & Sewer

Requisition Number: PUBLI001176

• Posted : October 8, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Civic Operations Centre
Yorkton, SK S3N, CAN

Description

Public Works - Water & Sewer Operations Manager

Competition Number: 2026-48

The Water and Sewer Operations Manager is responsible for the operational maintenance and regulatory compliance of the City’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This includes the underground water and sewer pipe mains, service lines, fire hydrants, valves and manholes. Provides direction and oversight of eleven (11) staff and reports to the Director of Public Works. This manager works closely with the Roadway Operations Manager, Solid Waste / Landfill Manager, Public Works Admin coordinators, plus water utility staff, consultants, contractors, other city departments and the public.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the operation, maintenance, and improvement of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Plan, coordinate, and prioritize departmental work assignments, capital projects, and contracted services.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, capital budgets, long-term infrastructure plans, and maintenance programs.
• Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate staff while fostering a safe and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, COR requirements, and departmental safety programs.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, standards, and safe operating practices related to water and wastewater operations.
• Monitor infrastructure assets and maintain accurate records through asset management and GIS systems.
• Investigate and respond to water and sewer service concerns, public inquiries, and customer complaints.
• Prepare reports, tender documents, budget information, and recommendations for senior management and City Council.
• Participate in the Public Works on-call supervisor rotation and coordinate emergency response activities as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and ability to obtain RCMP security clearance
• The ability to obtain and maintain Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board Class III Water Distribution and Class III Wastewater Collection Certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board Class III Water Distribution Certificate and Class III Wastewater Collection Certificate
• Technical Diploma (A.Sc.T.) or Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Five (5) or more years of progressive management and supervisory experience in municipal utilities, public works, or a related field.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, project management, budgeting, and staff leadership.
• Experience working with asset management and GIS systems.

Additional Certifications Considered an Asset

• Boiler Licence.
• Ground Disturbance Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Safe Rigging and Hoisting.
• SCOT/WHMIS.
• Confined Space Entry.
• Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE).
• OH&S Supervision and Safety Training.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (40 hours per week).
• Participation in a rotational on-call schedule approximately once every four weeks.
• Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies and operational issues as required.

Compensation:$103,174 to $125,833 per year based on qualifications and relevant experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package and pension plan.

The City is committed to employee development and offers a variety of training opportunities to support the attainment of professional certificates and certifications.

This competition closes on October 22, 2026.