Supervisor - Utilities Wastewater

Resort-Municipality-of-Whistle; Whistler; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is seeking a Supervisor, Utilities - Wastewater to lead the operation of the wastewater treatment and collection systems. You will supervise a team of operators, maintenance staff, subcontractors and consultants to meet regulatory and permit requirements.

Eligible candidates have at least a two-year post-secondary program and 5 years in wastewater utility management, with strong leadership, reading of blueprints, and solid computer skills; valid BC class 5

Qualifications

• Staff supervision experience in wastewater utility operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and process diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise WWTP, collection system, DES plant and landfill closure operations.
• Coordinate operators, maintenance staff, sub-contractors and consultants.
• Ensure regulatory and permit compliance and respond to incidents as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Communication

Blueprint reading

Education

Two-year post-secondary program in a related field

Job description

Situated within the shared, unceded territory of the L̓il̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat People) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish People), the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is a vibrant destination resort community, local government organization and leader in providing municipal programs, services, progressive planning and infrastructure. The RMOW is a high performance municipal organization and significant tourism economy serving a community of 15,000 permanent residents and over three million annual visitors. Whistler’s vision is to be a place where our community thrives, nature is protected and guests are inspired.

The Utilities department of the Infrastructure Services division has an opportunity for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Supervisor, Utilities - Wastewater. Reporting to the Utilities Superintendent, this position offers 76.5 hours bi-weekly, 4 days a week, starting as soon as possible.

This role supervises the operation of the municipal EOCP Level IV Wastewater Treatment, EOCP Level III Collection system, District Energy System, and the Landfill Closure assets. The position supervises and coordinates a team of operators, maintenance personnel, sub-contractors, and consultants to ensure the WWTP, collections system, DES plant and land fill closure assets operate effectively, efficiently, within regulatory and operating permit requirements.

Qualified candidates have completed, at minimum, a two-year post-secondary program with at least 5 years managing wastewater treatment, wastewater collection networks, and formally supervising staff. Applicants with an equivalent combination of training and experience in wastewater utility operations and maintenance environments may be considered..

Qualified candidates demonstrate excellent working knowledge of biological nutrient removal and other advanced wastewater treatment plant technologies; comprehensive knowledge of all regulations, standards and guidelines for Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Municipal Collection Systems; and comprehensive knowledge of all applicable Laws, Regulations and By-Laws governing Occupational Health and Safety. Qualified candidates possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints, process diagrams and other engineering-related technical documents; strong computer software skills and comfort working with computer software and respond from time to time to situations or emergencies outside of normal working hours. Candidates must also be able to occasionally assist with heavy physical outdoor work at night, in all weather conditions.

The successful candidate demonstrates strong leadership, supervisory, and communication skills to clearly articulate direction and is approachable and diplomatic with the ability to use analytical and research-oriented approaches to problem solving. The successful candidate also demonstrates commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace while contributing to a positive environment. The wage for this position ranges from $49.96 to $59.04 per hour based on knowledge, skills, abilities, and work experience.

As a requirement of the position, the successful applicant must hold a valid BC class 5 driver’s license and must provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract prior to beginning employment.

Posting No. 085-26 | Deadline for applications is October 28, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity.