Manager, Utilities

5 days ago


Duncan, Canada Municipality of North Cowichan Full time

The Municipality of North Cowichan (population 31,990) is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Victoria. Our communities of Chemainus, Crofton, Maple Bay, and the South End are home to a multitude of artistic, cultural, and outdoor recreational activities. The Municipality provides a stable and varied work environment, competitive pay, and benefits.

**_ PLEASE NOTE: Salary for this position is under review_**

**Required Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities**:

- Diploma in civil engineering technology and certification in BCEOCP Class lll Water Distribution, Class ll Wastewater Collection, Level l Water Treatment, or a comparable technical training, in addition to seven (7) years of experience in a municipal engineering and operations environment.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in progressive leadership positions, in a unionized environment, resulting in a demonstrable ability to effectively lead a department.
- Demonstrable theoretical and practical knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials and techniques related to the installation, repair and maintenance of water, storm and sanitary sewer systems, including but not limited to pumps, pressure reducers, storage tanks, chlorinators, and utility services.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and public relations skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with the public, key community partners, industry stakeholders, and internal departments.
- Working knowledge of municipal legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of and demonstrable ability to operate Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, GIS, SCADA, database software, and computer-based information systems for building records and to work within such related record programs with good keyboarding skills.
- Demonstrable ability to organize and maintain related asset management programs, maintenance programs, records, and to prepare reports.
- Thorough knowledge in Municipal Engineering design and construction standards, project and contract management assisting with budget preparation.
- Must display sound judgment and be capable of working with mínimal supervision while recognizing and addressing liability risks.
- Thorough knowledge of, and commitment to, WorkSafeBC regulations and safety procedures.
- Demonstrable knowledge of plans, grade, elevation, and layout.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License; a satisfactory current driver's abstract will be required.

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package is offered. This position is excluded from union membership.



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