At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee water and wastewater operations, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance across facilities.
- Company: Join Aquatech Canadian Water Services, a leader in water management across Ontario.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic role with travel across Southwestern Ontario and mentorship opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health and environmental stewardship.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in water/wastewater systems with strong technical and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Full-time Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Post Status: Permanent
Work Shift: Day
Company Description
Aquatech Canadian Water Services is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, compliance, and asset management services for water and wastewater infrastructure across Ontario. We specialize in the operation and management of municipal and private water and wastewater systems, ensuring reliable service, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship for the communities and clients we support.
Job Description
The Opportunity
This is a senior-level operational position designed for an experienced professional with strong technical expertise in both drinking water and wastewater treatment systems. We are seeking a versatile operator who can confidently oversee operations, troubleshooting, compliance, maintenance, and optimization activities across a variety of private water and wastewater facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide senior operational oversight for water treatment, distribution, wastewater treatment, and collection systems across Southwestern Ontario operations
- Support and guide less experienced operators through technical direction, mentorship, site checks, and operational follow-up
- Monitor treatment processes and make operational adjustments to optimize performance
- Travel to sites across the region as required to inspect facilities, verify operating conditions, troubleshoot issues, and support field staff
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process issues
- Complete operational records and regulatory reporting requirements
- Monitor and respond to SCADA alarms and notifications
- Participate in on-call coverage and emergency response activities
- Provide mentorship and technical support to junior operators
- Provide operational support to other Aquatech operating areas when required and where practical based on geography and business needs
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive operational experience in both drinking water and wastewater systems, with senior-level experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining water and wastewater treatment facilities
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and reporting requirements
- Experience with compliance monitoring, process control, laboratory interpretation, and operational reporting
- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently across a large geographic region while maintaining communication with operations leadership and site staff
- Entry-level candidates with no prior operating experience will not be considered for this position.
Required Certifications
- Valid Ontario Drinking Water Operator Certification (OIT, LSW, Level I, or higher). LSW and OIT licences are acceptable for the water systems currently operated under this role. Aquatech places significant value on demonstrated operational experience in both water and wastewater systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating private communal water and wastewater systems
- SCADA and remote monitoring experience
- Experience supporting multiple sites across a large geographic territory
- Leadership, mentoring, supervisory, or lead operator experience
Additional Information
- Competitive compensation based on experience and certification levels
- Ongoing training and certification support
- Advancement opportunities within a growing organization
- Meaningful work protecting public health and the environment
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to: hr@aquatech-canadian.com and qderoo@groupehelios.com. Please include "Senior Water & Wastewater Operator - Southern Ontario Application" in the subject line.
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AQUATECH is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment in the Wheatland County area, just east of Calgary. With a focus on employee growth, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits, including RRSP matching and a moving allowance for those relocating, AQUATECH fosters a culture of teamwork and celebration. Join us to be part of Canada's largest private operator of water and wastewater treatment plants, where your career can thrive year-round in a stable and essential service industry.
