Responsible for maintaining, supporting and implementing SCADA Systems, networks, databases, applications and Operational Technologies (OT) for Water and Wastewater facilities throughout the Region of Durham.

The City of Dryden is seeking a technically adept and community-minded Waterworks Manager to lead its water and wastewater services through a period of critical infrastructure renewal, regulatory compliance, and workforce development. Reporting to the Director of Public Works, the Waterworks Manager oversees all operations related to water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and ensures the City’s compliance with Ontario’s Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, and related environmental legislation.

The Water Compliance Program Manager is responsible for the execution and direction of all drinking water compliance and source water protection programs necessary to comply with all federal, provincial and municipal legislated requirements for municipal drinking water within the Region.

Under the general supervision of the Water Distribution Supervisor, operates the distribution system by monitoring, inspecting, adjusting and directing the flow, pressure and quality of the water within the Water Distribution System. Coordinates and implements routine and emergency water system construction and maintenance programs. Performs sewer and water investigations to ensure compliance with Provincial Legislation and City By-laws and Standards.

Reporting to the Manager of Wastewater Services, this position is responsible for operational and maintenance of the Township’s wastewater and sewage systems including maintenance, monitoring, and emergency repairs. This position is responsible for all technical aspects of wastewater and stormwater systems including, wastewater treatment plants, sewage pumping stations, low pressure sewer systems, forcemains, mains, storm water management ponds, and conveyance channels.
Provided the Operator meets the requirements under the Ontario Water Resources Act, the Wastewater Operator acts as Operator in Charge. The Wastewater Operator is responsible for onsite operations, directs contractors and summer students as needed, participates in the on-call and call-out rotations and must be available to periodically work weekends and outside normal working hours.