Education and Experience

1. Preference will be given to Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) registered with ASET. Other degrees may be considered if supported by relevant work experience.

2. A minimum of five years of progressive management experience, leading a diverse team of operations, development and engineering professionals ideally in a municipal setting.

3. In depth knowledge and application of engineering practices, standards and guidelines including the Municipal Government Act, Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and other related acts, directives, codes of practice, standards and guidelines in Alberta.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems and practices and water and wastewater distribution and collection systems.

· Knowledge of Municipal Operations and Public Works.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, to interact with public, staff, and external agencies.

· Excellent conception and analytical skills, with strong facilitation and influencing skills.

· Knowledge of emergency preparedness and response.

· Skill in the application of lab analysis procedures and practices.

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

· Proficiency with Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel), SCADA, and GIS.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a team environment.

· Ability to adapt to a demanding and dynamic work environment.

· Ability to interpret, develop, implement, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.

· Labour relations experience in a unionized environment.

· Ability to deal effectively with conflict resolution.

· Time and project management experience.

· Ability to be positive leader and build morale with staff.