Manager, Water and Waste Services

Overview

Manager, Water and Waste Services Job Vacancy in Whitehorse , Yukon – Canada

• Experience:- 1+ Years
  
• Job Location:- Whitehorse , Yukon – Canada
• Education:- Degree or Equivalent
• Nationality:- Any Nationality
• Gender:- Male / Female
• Number of Vacant Positions:- Multiple Job Vacancies
• Salary:- Negotiable
• Job Type:- Permanent / Temporary
  
• Job Category:- Admin 

Working with Whitehorse

Established as the Yukon’s capital city in 1953, the City of Whitehorse is home to some of the most spectacular scenery, talented artists and innovative businesses in Canada.

Arranged along the Yukon River on the conventional region of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, more than 33,000 call Whitehorse home. The City partakes in a solid economy because of a solid business local area, which was perceived when Whitehorse was named the top city for business people in 2018 by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. The City likewise partakes in a fruitful working relationship with the areas First Nations and the regional government.

Natural supportability and obligation has turned into a critical need for the City. Admittance to nature stays a top incentive for inhabitants who can appreciate amusement exercises all year, a lively craftsmanship scene and a large number of societies as individuals from everywhere the world have chosen to settle more than 60.

There is a motivation behind why Whitehorse has seen a consistent development in populace; this is on the grounds that it genuinely is a great spot to live, work and play.

Manager, Water and Waste Services Job Vacancy in Oshawa, Ontario – Canada

Job Summary:

The incumbent manages, plans, organizes, controls and evaluates activities to ensure the safe, sustainable, reliable and efficient operation of the Water and Waste services department. Perform at the management level in developing and directing municipal goals, financial and business plans, and strategies to ensure the effective planning and delivery of programs and services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the department’s activities in planning and implementing the development and delivery of operations, maintenance to meet municipal water treatment and distribution system, wastewater collection and treatment, storm drainage systems, and waste management systems.
• In collaboration with the management team, direct the review and evaluation of water and sewer activities on an on-going basis and recommend improvement to system policies, standards, processes and facilities.
• Manage and provide leadership in all human resource areas, including recruitment and performance management consistent with collective agreements and city policies.
• Ensure, as reasonably practicable, that all water and waste systems are operated in accordance with regulatory and legislated requirements.
• Manage maintenance activities that include establishing service and priority setting agreements with other departments.
• Ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that safety procedures and standards are followed by staff throughout the department.
• Prepare and control the department’s annual Capital and Operation and Maintenance four year budgets.
• Draft and process purchasing contracts for equipment, materials, supplies, capital goods and services.
• Participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management, employees and act as Director, Infrastructure & Operations as assigned.
• Other related duties.

This description contains elements necessary for identification and evaluation of the job. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Working Conditions:

Majority of the work is performed under normal office conditions with frequent internal and external meetings. Approximately 25% of time is spent outside of office for site visits or facility inspections.  Frequent exposure to temperature extremes, oil, noise, dirt, odors and fumes and inclement weather during sites visits, facility inspections or after hours call outs requiring the use of appropriate safety equipment.  Some physical risk associated with site visits or after-hours call outs (e.g. accessing roofs or confined spaces, electrical shock, etc.).

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Degree in a related field.
• Eight years of progressive related experience including at least four years’ supervisory experience plus one year on the job training.  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• A proven track record and commitment to safety and environmental procedures and encouraging a safe work environment.
• Excellent management track record with specific accomplishments in directing budgets and strategic planning and to provide effective recommendations as a member of the management team.
• Excellent organizational skills, prioritizing and ability to multitask with minimal supervision.
• Excellent skills relating to communications, team building, liaise with stakeholders, human relations, strategic operational and financial planning, and problem solving.
• Proven written and oral communication skills to develop and present reports, position papers and proposals.
• Ability to foster and maintain effective relationships among peers and/or stakeholders.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Examples of Equipment to Operate:

General office equipment including computer skills to operate software programs related to work processing, spreadsheet, electronic mail, etc.  Miscellaneous repair and maintenance tools. A light transportation vehicle.

Job Vacancy in Oshawa, Ontario – Canada