Responsible for the electrical maintenance of Halifax Water treatment facilities, water system pumping stations, water distribution facilities and wastewater collections facilities and responsible for the calibration and maintenance of instruments and other hardware used to support operation of water and wastewater facilities.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations and Halifax Water’s Occupational Health and Safety Program Manual.
- Organize, co-ordinate and supervise the day-to-day work of technical services staff in carrying duties and responsibilities described below.
- Participate in a variety of management activities including hiring, performance management, discipline, budgeting processes and labour relations matters. Operate within budgets.
- Read and interpret drawings and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations. Assist with the review of design drawings for capital and other construction projects. Supervises the calibration of system master flow meters.
- Responsible for the maintenance, repair and adjustment of electrical systems for water and wastewater piped systems, pumping stations and treatment plants.
- Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act to ensure staff are working in compliance with applicable regulations and Halifax Water policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the electrical operation and maintenance of water system pumping stations, pressure reducing valve and metering chambers.
- Ensure all responsibilities related to electrical systems are met as it pertains to the ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management Systems where applicable to Halifax Water facilities.
- Provide technical support in the review of electrical and control equipment in treatment plants, pumping stations, PRVs and other facilities operated by Halifax Water.
- Provide technical advice and information regarding pumping, SCADA equipment, metering and communications systems, and operational requirements to consultants and others as required.
- Co-ordinate the removal and installation of equipment during repair activities and co- ordinate shut downs and start-ups.
- Work with Water/Wastewater operations staff in emergency situations, as required, to maintain continuous operation of electrical equipment.
- Recommend scheduling of major electrical equipment upgrades or replacements to the Manager of Technical Services, ensuring communication of relevant information to regional superintendents and other Halifax Water asset owners.
- Assist Managers and Supervisors in the maintenance and calibration of instrumentation, as well as selections and repair of equipment, emergency operations and other technical issues as required.
- Assist in the installation start-up and commissioning of new station equipment and controls.
- Ensures assigned staff follow safe work practices and receive appropriate training.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned.
Reports To: Manager of Technical Services
Supervises: Utility Technicians, Industrial Electricians
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Two year technical program related to process control, instrumentation, SCADA and communications or Journeyman Construction/Industrial Electrician with additional training/experience in PLC’s, SCADA, and communication.
Experience:
- Minimum of five years related experience in a utility operations environment.
Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:
- Certified Electrical Engineering Technologist or Journeyman Electrician
- Must have a valid NS Driver’s license.
- Will be required to undertake and maintain valid First Aid, WHMIS, Confined Space Entry, Traffic Control and Hazard Identification training.
- Excellent knowledge of the mechanical and electrical operation of municipal water and wastewater systems.
- Excellent leadership, motivation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated supervisory ability.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals.
- Knowledge of radio communications systems and various test equipment.
- Computer literacy/experience with specific knowledge in SCADA systems.
The salary band for this NU role position is Band 8 ($85,431 to $106,789 annually). Applicants who applied previously for this competition do not need to reapply.
Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW25-83E must be received by 12:00 p.m., May18, 2025. Please forward to:
- Halifax Water
HR Department
P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
Halifax, NS
B3K 5M1
Fax
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902-490-6934
Please note: Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Conditional Items Required for Employment:
- Satisfactory background check
- Satisfactory pre-employment testing
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.
Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.