DUTIES: Reporting to the Commissioner, Infrastructure Services, this position will have overall responsibility of the Pollution Control Department, which includes the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment systems, including the Lou Romano Water Reclamation Plant, Little River Pollution Control Plant and the Windsor Biosolids Processing Facility. This portfolio also oversees the City’s sewage and stormwater pumping stations, storm water retention ponds/basins and an industrial waste control monitoring and enforcement program. Must also meet all provincial legislative and regulatory compliance in regard to the effective operations of the wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, monitoring of closed landfill sites and industrial pre-treatment programs. Accountable for the preventative maintenance of all facilities in order to assure long-term operation, with stringent cost control. Experience in class environmental assessment study, design, construction and commissioning of wastewater treatment and pumping station systems. Will be responsible for the preparation and administration of the annual and multi-year departmental capital and operating budgets. Will engage in labour relations, including negotiations as required by the collective bargaining agreements. Must maintain effective relationships internally and with representatives of other agencies and industrial managers in the community. Must research and prepare reports for the department and the City in all facets of the environment, liquid, solid and air. Drafts design standards and reviews internal technical work and that of consulting engineers. Ensure compliance with provincial safety legislation and corporate safety policies and procedures. Review employee training, attendance and effectiveness, in order to achieve a knowledgeable, safe, efficient and motivated staff. Will be required to travel to off site locations. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required.
