Competition #
HW24-217E
Title
Supervisor, Water Supply Plants
Department
Water Services
Primary Function
The Supervisor is responsible for the management and operation of the assigned treatment facility, staff, pumping station, dams and ancillary assets.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Directly responsible for the overseeing the production of Water that conforms with Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines, Operating Approvals, other regulations, and targets as applicable. Establish operating targets and plant procedures for operation and maintenance to ensure that water quality goals are achieved. Supervise the operation of the plant treatment process.
- Directly responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of pumping and treatment facilities, including staffing, time and schedule management, chemical inventory management, preventative and reactive maintenance utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and maintaining an appropriate spare part inventory.
- Responsible for ensuring accurate analysis, and interpretation of plant data. Oversees facility laboratory management. Implement and maintain QA/QC of instrumentation and equipment in accordance with applicable standards or regulations.
- Identify possible human resource performance issues, make recommendations on disciplinary actions up to and including termination of employment.
- Ensure accurate records management in accordance with regulatory and business process obligations.
- Ensures all responsibilities are met as it pertains to the ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System for the entire scope of the certification and established standard operating procedures.
- Assist in the management and operation of the watershed and dam structures.
- Manage the operation and maintenance of all electrical equipment in treatment and pumping facilities. Coordinate the installation and maintenance of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) equipment.
- Work with the Manager, Water Supply Plants to ensure that a five year capital plan is in place for the facility. This includes assistance with enhanced capital programs or asset management plans. Provide technical input for new projects during the design and construction phases as required.
- Facilitate the execution of capital work at the facilities and ensure reliable facility operation throughout.
- Assist with the preparation of operating budgets for the facility and review of departmental business plans.
- Maintain responsibility for reliable supply of water to the transmission and distribution system. Work with the Manager, engineering and water distribution staff to plan for, and respond to system emergencies, capital projects and major maintenance activities.
- Responsible for the production and reporting of daily, monthly and annual reports.
- Provide guidance and direction to water supply plant operators and other plant staff.
- Perform on-the-job training of plant staff, students, and of operators in training from other water supply organizations.
- Contribute to a positive working environment and staff morale. Conducts regular staff meetings and ensures good communications.
- Maintain current knowledge of trends/developments through networking with government agencies, regulatory bodies, professionals in the field and other sources.
- Periodically act on behalf of the Manager.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager
Reporting Relationships
Reports To: Manager, Water Supply Plants
Supervises: Treatment Facilities Staff, gives general direction to technical staff and other Halifax Water staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Education:
- Two year technical program related to Water Treatment. An equivalent combination of related formal education and experience in a water treatment environment may be considered.
Experience:
- Minimum of five years’ experience in a water treatment environment.
- Minimum of 2 years of direct supervisory experience in a water treatment environment or related discipline. Demonstrable experience in a leadership position or lead role may also be considered.
Other Requirements
- Class lll or IV Water Treatment Operator Certificate (depending on plant requirements).
- Must have a valid NS driver’s license.
- Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
- First Aid
- WHMIS
- Additional safety training as identified based on legislative and operational requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical operation of a municipal water system.
- Excellent leadership, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work within a team environment to accomplish organizational goals.
- Demonstrated supervisory ability and organizational capability.
- Computer literacy and experience in a computerized environment.
How to Apply
Completed cover letters and resumes, application forms [PDF] (optional), stating Competition #HW24-217E must be received by 4:30pm, December 29, 2024. 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
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.