Senior Water & Wastewater Operations Lead (On-Site)

Municipality-of-North-Perth-1; Listowel; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

OMERS pension plan

Training reimbursement

Job summary

North Perth is seeking a Chief Operator to lead the day-to-day operation of its water and wastewater systems in Listowel, Ontario. This on-site leadership role requires MECP licenses and five years of municipal operating experience to ensure safe, reliable service.

You will oversee a skilled team under the Director of Environmental Services, ensuring compliant operations, responding to shifting priorities, and promoting health, safety and continuous improvement across the utilities.

Qualifications

• License: MECP Water Distribution & Supply License Class II and Wastewater Treatment License Class III.
• 5 years progressive management experience in water/wastewater operations; municipal experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MECP regulations, standards and service levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to health and safety, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of municipal water and wastewater systems on-site.
• Provide technical direction and oversee staff, ensuring safe and compliant operations.
• Report to the Director of Environmental Services and coordinate with supervisors and operators.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving

Team management

Communication

Education

MECP Water Distribution & Supply License Class II & Wastewater Treatment License Class III

Job description

North Perth is seeking a Chief Operator to lead the day-to-day operation of its water and wastewater systems in Listowel, Ontario. This on-site leadership role requires MECP licenses and five years of municipal operating experience to ensure safe, reliable service.

You will oversee a skilled team under the Director of Environmental Services, ensuring compliant operations, responding to shifting priorities, and promoting health, safety and continuous improvement across the utilities.