Operations Supervisor, W & WW Full time Posting Status: Post Internally and Externally & Post to OPS Water is our business and our passion. The water professionals at OCWA know the value of water better than anyone. Our work benefits communities across Ontario every day. Our job (and possibly yours) is also to return treated and safe water back to our lakes and rivers. At OCWA, we have a deep respect for the environment and our responsibility for the health of the communities we serve drives us. The water is perfect. A valid Class 1 water, wastewater, distribution and collection certificate with a willingness and ability to obtain certification at the highest level of the facilities; at least a minimum Class 1 Certification specific to the facility and in accordance with O. 128/04 of the Safe Drinking Water Act and/or O. 129/04 of the Ontario Water Resources Act. Must be able to oversee construction projects for development or major repairs of facilities and plants. Valid Class G driver's license and required to travel within the Region. Be available for overtime and ability to be on-call after regular

working hours
as part of a rotation, with the ability to respond to on-call within a reasonable period. Must be able to schedule, coordinate and assign projects; identify opportunities for improving effectiveness and efficiency of facilities and make recommendations and proposals. Knowledge, experience and training of water and wastewater treatment processes in order to operate the facilities, including current knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, Acts related to water/wastewater operations, health and safety.



A strong understanding of complex mechanical equipment and electronic controls used in industrial processes in order to optimize asset management programs and develop written procedures for asset care and protection. Good knowledge of various codes, standards and policies related to administration, finance and knowledge of procurement policies and directives. An understanding of inventory and records management techniques to fulfill contractual obligations. Working knowledge of asset management principles, methodologies, and technologies in water and wastewater applications. Ensure optimization of resources, staffing and financial, to effectively maintain the continuity of operations and maintenance services programs, as well assessing potential environmental impacts or health and safety concerns. Actively participate OCWA's health and safety policies and philosophies, ensuring the safety and well-being of your coworkers. Ability to address regulatory issues that require action, and assess and respond to operational problems and emergencies; assess and determine the completion of work on construction projects and approve contractor invoices, respond to requests for information and/or complaints. Good verbal and written communication skills to provide technical information, presentations and on-the-job assistance to other staff. Ability to take managers direction to implement, monitor, assess and improve to meet goals and objectives including team leadership and coordinating skills to motivate staff to meet goals and objectives.



Excellent project management skills and abilities, work planning and scheduling skills to optimize the staff time based on operational needs and to ensure effective coordination of plant operations. Analytical and evaluating skills to assess costs, technical needs, and options to solve problems in order to resolve problems and to develop recommendations. Influencing and advisory skills to make effective and persuasive recommendations to management on the improvement to the effectiveness and efficiency of facilities. Good communication and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with operations staff, clients, various levels of government, prepare reports and recommendations to management, and address and resolve issues and complaints from external sources. Other Essential

Skills:
Good planning, financial and analytical skills to manage and plan multiple projects & assess project priorities. Ability to optimize and implement changes to processes to improve facilities operations. Requires strong proficiency in the office and operational computerized systems Versatile learning and development opportunities Opportunities for career advancement and specialization with the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Ontario. Work with the partner of choice for more communities than any other water and wastewater service organization in Ontario for over 30 years. A defined benefit pension plan; comprehensive health plan; life and disability insurance. Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits including for adoptive parents. As you develop and obtain higher level licenses, you will progress through the Operator Career Path with increased operational responsibilities as well as training and mentoring oppo

📌 Assistant to Operations Manager (Canada)
🏢 Ontario Clean Water Agency
📍 Canada