Division: Utilities and Environment

Department: Water and Waste Operations

Term: 1 Temporary Full Time position available for approximately 24 months.

Closing Date: 10/27/2026

Labour Group: The Society

Posting: 5789

Job Summary

This position performs professional engineering work related to Waste Stream Management projects, including providing project management and supervising staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Plans, designs and schedules project activities, including preparing detailed designs, preparing specifications and tender documents, obtaining approvals from regulatory agencies, preparing cost estimates, reviewing tenders and preparing recommendations, providing contract administration and ensuring compliance with civic, federal and provincial safety regulations.
- Prepares comprehensive project reports including progress and financial status reports.
- Plans, directs and administers the collection and analysis of data related to the condition, capacity and requirements of solid waste management systems.
- Conducts the analysis of operating problems within the Solid Waste Management systems and develops and recommends solutions to support the 70% Waste Diversion Target.
- Prepares and updates technical specifications for the supply of equipment and materials.
- Investigates, evaluates and recommends acceptance of new or alternate technologies.
- Assists with the development and administration of bylaws and regulations governing the financing, construction and operation of systems.
- Supervises and trains professional and technical support staff.
- Provides program and contract support for Waste Stream Management.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Degree in engineering.
- Four to six years’ progressively responsible engineering experience in Solid Waste Management.
- Registered, or eligible for registration,



as a Professional Engineer by the Association of Professional
- Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan.
- Project management experience will be considered an asset.
- Ability to analyze, evaluate and prepare a wide variety of reports, plans and specifications.
- Ability to lead, manage and participate in all phases of engineering projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors and the public.
- Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of support staff.
- Skill in the operation of a computer with word-processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Additional Requirements

Weekly Hours: 36.67

Salary Range: $93,293.52 to $109,486.56 CAD per annum (2026 rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the valuable life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [email protected].

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City

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