Technical Trainer & Project Coordinator

Temporary 12 Month Contract Opportunity for:
Technical Trainer & Project Coordinator

Do work that matters. Grow with a positive, collaborative team. Water First is looking for creative,
enthusiastic relationship-builders to support sustainable access to safe, clean water in
partnership with Indigenous communities across Canada.

Water First is a registered charity grounded in trust-building, meaningful relationships, and lasting
impact. Our engagement is guided by responsibility and accountability, with Indigenous voices,
experiences, worldviews, and inherent rights centred across all our work.

To ensure Indigenous perspectives lead discussions about work with Indigenous communities,
we integrate consultation with Indigenous staff, the Indigenous Advisory Council, community
partners, and Indigenous members of our Board of Directors.

We respect and value Indigenous cultural traditions and practices in our workplaces, including
the burning of medicines such as tobacco, sage, cedar, and sweetgrass. All employees are
expected to maintain strong Indigenous historical and cultural awareness and commit to ongoing
learning to support respectful, informed approaches throughout the organization.

Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Drinking Water, the Technical Trainer & Project
Coordinator leads the delivery and coordination of Water First’s drinking water and environmental
water technical programming. This role is responsible for independently planning, delivering, and
coordinating hands-on, project-based technical training, while supporting program growth,
refinement, and community-driven implementation.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

Training & Instruction
● Lead and deliver water science training, including water and wastewater operations,
water chemistry, sample collection and testing, mapping/GIS, environmental monitoring,
and career development.
● Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning for participants with diverse backgrounds.
● Serve as lead or supporting instructor for technical workshops, mentoring interns and
providing guidance during field and classroom activities.

● Assist with exam coordination, online class management, posting tutorials, and
one-on-one tutoring of participants.

Project Coordination
● Develop, track, and adapt work plans and deliverables; monitor workshop budgets and
troubleshoot issues proactively.
● Coordinate daily project tasks and support program refinement, including updating
manuals and documentation.
● Manage equipment and purchasing as directed; assist with hiring for local coordinator
and intern roles.
● Contribute to reporting, operator reports, and workshop debriefs.
● Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth project delivery.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
● Support student recruitment, training, tutoring, and ongoing engagement in Indigenous
communities.
● Represent Water First in public events, presentations, and community outreach.
● Collaborate with the Communications Department to share program updates, successes,
and social media content.
● Participate in initiatives to raise organizational awareness and engage donors.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:
Qualifications:
● 3 years experience as a Water and/or wastewater operator certification (Minimum Class 1)
Candidates holding Drinking water certificates considered an asset
● Minimum of 2 years of technical field and/or workshop facilitation experience
● Related degree, diploma, or certification in one or more fields: drinking water or
wastewater treatment, water engineering, hydrology, water chemistry.

Skills:
● Knowledge of conventional water and wastewater treatment systems, including
equipment and maintenance
● Experience delivering classroom or virtual instruction, ideally with adult and Indigenous
learners
● Project coordination and management skills
● Experience with water sampling and quality analysis techniques
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Classroom, etc.)
● Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25% of the year
Understanding of Indigenous culture and experience building positive Indigenous
relations

Please Note:
● Water First’s standard operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm Eastern
Time, with reasonable accommodations for flex-time.

● All applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and possess a valid Social
Security Number (SIN).
● Candidates will be required to undergo a Vulnerable Sector security check as a condition
of employment.

Excited to learn more about this opportunity? We’d love to hear from you. Water First is
committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourages Indigenous applicants.
We are dedicated to a fair, equitable, and barrier-free hiring process in accordance with AODA
and will provide accommodations upon request.

While we appreciate the interest of all candidates, only those candidates selected for an
interview will be contacted.

Interested candidates should please forward their cover letters and resumes to hr@waterfirst.ngo
by April 10, 2026.