Water Wastewater Manager

MISSISSAUGAS OF SCUGOG ISLAND FIRST NATION

OPEN

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Water/Wastewater Manager

Full Time Permanent

 

 

 

POSITION:                               Water/Wastewater Manager

 

POSTING DATE:                      November 3, 2025

 

ANTICIPATED START DATE:   As soon as possible

 

REPORTS TO:                          First Nation Manager

 

HOURS OF WORK:                   Monday to Thursday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

                                                Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required to meet operational needs. Position includes after-hours emergency on-call rotation.

 

 

Reporting directly to the First Nation Manager, the Water/Wastewater Manager will be responsible for all operations including maintenance, updates and improvements to the Water/Wastewater systems in the community of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN). The position will be responsible for all minor and major capital projects with MSIFN’s water/wastewater systems and working through all stages of project planning, budgeting, implementation, completion and follow-up. As the leader of a team of water/wastewater operators, the position works to maximize the quality of facilities by managing the resources dedicated to maintaining the supporting systems and minimizing service interruptions with consideration for life safety, work priority, resource limitations and total life cycle cost. Through the course of planning and executing the work, the position emphasizes safety, team effectiveness, client satisfaction and quality. The position facilities the training and development of team members within the department. The Water Wastewater Manager is responsible for compliance with all regulations under the Safe Drinking Water Act, the OHSA and any other governing regulations and legislation, operating policies, procedures, by-laws and principles of MSIFN. The Water Wastewater Manager acts as the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) for the water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment and wastewater collection systems in accordance with Ontario Regulation 128/04 and 129/04.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Leadership

·         Provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment, encouraging innovative thinking and problem-solving within the team

·         Responsible for managing employees including hiring, coaching, training, administration, and performance of reporting employees. Respond to sensitive and confidential human resource issues as required

·         Provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of the Drinking Water Quality Management System that contributes to the implementation of strategic initiatives for the Water and Wastewater Department to meet MSIFN’s Strategic Plan

Operations Management

·         Implementing a monitoring program in order to review and establish all maintenance and operational requirements, ensuring optimal performance

·         Develop and implement emergency response plans for systems failures or environmental incidents

·         Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets and resource allocation

·         Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies that are aligned to compliance requirements

Regulatory Compliance

·         Manage and maintain compliance with legislation and regulations pertaining to water and wastewater

·         Regularly conduct monitoring and testing system performance and prepare detailed reporting to key stakeholders

·         Ensure all operations minimize environmental impact and comply with sustainability practices

·         Ensure Operators meet certification licensing requirements as per the Province of Ontario’s Licensing Requirements including tracking of training and mentoring and supporting staff as required

Financial and Asset Management

·         Develop and manage the annual budget for water and wastewater operations, including forecasting expenses and revenues

·         Plan and budget for capital improvement projects, including the replacement and upgrade of infrastructure

·         Monitor and control operational costs to ensure expenditures stay within budget

·         Maintain an inventory of all assets and manage their lifecycle, including depreciation and replacement

Stakeholder Engagement

·         Prepare reporting to First Nation and Manager, Chief & Council and community as required

·         Maintain transparent communication with all stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, community, and other departments

·         Develop and maintain client relationships/partnerships supporting water wastewater initiatives.

·         Provide technical expertise, advice, analysis and coordination to First Nation Manager and Chief & Council, as required, on projects that have a water and/or wastewater component

PAY RATE:                               $63.56 to $78.61/hour (Pay Band A)

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Education relevant to the MECP Operator License program

·         Valid Province of Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Class II Water Treatment License and Class II Water Distribution License

·         Valid Province of Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Class II Wastewater Treatment License and Class II Wastewater Collection License

·         5 Years operating and maintaining a Class 2 or higher water treatment plant subsystem, 5 Years operating and maintaining a Class 2 or higher wastewater treatment subsystem and wastewater collection subsystem. and distribution subsystem, 10+ years Ten years total work experience or equivalent training and experience as determined by the hiring committee

Specializations Required:

·         Minimum five years of experience in leadership and management positions

·         Demonstrated positive and proactive leadership capabilities, adept at leading a group of employees, contracted services and consultants; demonstrated commitment to developing high performance teams

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members, stakeholders and community

·         Extensive knowledge and experience in water and wastewater systems, processes and technologies

·         Demonstrated knowledge and experience in water and wastewater compliance legislation including Operation Certification testing with an understanding of the area’s programs and services and how the work of the area aligns with the objectives of the Department

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, computerized maintenance management systems and SCADA applications

·         Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions and new challenges. Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and integrity in all operations

·         Competence in budgeting, cost control and financial reporting.

·         Ability to plan execute, and oversee projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget

·         Valid driver’s license and $1M liability insurance

·         CPIC acceptable to position upon conditional offer

·         Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics

 

Considered an Asset:

·         3 year College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

·         Work experience with a First Nation or Indigenous Organization

·         Safety Certifications: such as OHSA can be important for ensuring workplace safety

·         Project Management Professional: certification in project management can be beneficial

 

 

TO APPLY:                              Applications must be submitted online via our website:

                                                            www.scugogfirstnation.com

                                                            Or through the direct link:

                                                            https://MississaugasScugogIslandFirstNation.scouterecruit.net/jobs/WWWM2

 

 

DEADLINE:                              Will remain open until filled

 

QUESTIONS:                            Melissa Freire – Human Resources Coordinator

Phone: 905-985-3337 Ext. 236

Fax:      289-312-4647

                                                hr@scugogfirstnation.com                     

 

 

Note: Consideration will be given to documented past employment performance, attendance and reliability history for applicants who were previously employed by MSIFN.  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications identified to be considered for an interview.  Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

The MSIFN is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Aboriginal applicants will be given priority.  Qualified candidates who self-identify as “Indigenous” as defined in the MSIFN Recruitment Policy, will be given preferential consideration for any position.

 

 

“An Equal Opportunity Employer”