Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer *Repost*
Regular/full time

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management, Engineering and Technical Services

Advertisement Number: 45216

Salary(s): EG4 $98,159.00 - $128,477.00 per year

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Introduction
The Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management Branch of the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking qualified candidates for the role of a Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer.

Duties:
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s mission is to ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure and services for Manitoba and its communities. The Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer provides specialized engineering services encompassing hydraulic model development for flow and water level forecasting, flood risk mapping, emergency response, basin conditions monitoring, and infrastructure analysis and design. The Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer is also responsible for conducting water management projects and managing and providing guidance on projects assigned to consultants.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services,



programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Defined pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Long-Term Disability Plan

Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days

Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions

Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service

Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development¿
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba.



You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, model calibration, verification using available tools such as HEC-RAS, MIKE11, etc., and using the model for water level and flow forecasts and to solve real time practical water management problems.

Extensive experience in analysing and processing complex hydrometric and bathymetric data using GIS and preparing the data for model input, decision making, flood risk mapping and flood risk investigation.

Knowledge of principles of hydrology and water resource engineering including hydrologic processes, hydro-meteorological data analysis, interpretation and spatial data representation.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multi-tasked team and working extended hours as needed to meet time sensitive demands for public safety.

Ability to undertake independent research and develop proposals to introduce new industry innovations into department operations.

Strong written communication skills including the ability to prepare technical and non-technical correspondence and reports and corresponding directly with the public on sensitive issues.

Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaborative working relationship with various internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health work practices.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalency recognized by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM)

Must be registered or be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM)

Must be willing and able to travel within Manitoba as required

Must be able to occasionally work in an outdoor rough terrain environment in both winter and summer in extreme weather conditions

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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📌 Flood Damage Reduction Hydraulic Engineer *Repost* (Manitoba)
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