Water/wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytics

  • Greater Sudbury
  • City Of Greater Sudbury

Division : Infrastructure Capital Planning Department : Growth and Infrastructure Initial Reporting Location : Frobisher

Job Status : Contract Position Estimated Probable Duration :Seven (7) Months

Affiliation : Non union Hours of Work : 70 hours bi-weekly Shift Work Required : n/a Range of Pay : Group 8 - $2,344.30 to $2,759.40 bi-weekly (Subject to Review)

The start date will follow the selection process.

This position is eligible to work remotely on a part-time basis.

Main Function : Performs technical functions in support of the Water/Wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytics Program.

Characteristic Duties :Under the general direction of the Program Lead, Water/Wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytics.

  1. Execute prescribed technical procedures, safe work practices and work plans safely. Follow all applicable regulatory requirements and contract specifications.
  2. Generate deliverable documentation including technical reports, letters, summaries, data sheets, graphs, proposals, and qualification packages.
  3. Ensure technical quality of studies and project delivery.
  4. Interact with internal staff, community partners, stakeholders, regulators and subcontractors regularly. Present and discuss outcomes as required.
  5. Assist with the administration of various Water/Wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytics programs and initiatives under the guidance of the Program Lead, Water/Wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytics (e.g., Private Lead Water Services Program, etc.).
  6. Participate in project management meetings. Liaise with other divisions to coordinate projects.
  7. Assist with networking initiatives to develop new relationships to further objectives of the Water/Wastewater Condition Assessment and Analytic Program.
  8. Remain current with new advancements in the industry.
  9. Assist with data collection from various internal and external sources.
  10. Assist with basic interpretation of and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
  11. Analyze proposed project solutions to ensure reliability, resource efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
  12. Assist with the development of new business processes to support improving the quality of information available for asset management.
  13. Use GIS tools to create and analyze information for the Asset Management Plan and prioritize capital projects.
  14. Collaborate with program team members on other group initiatives including supporting capital projects, field investigations, education and outreach to the broader community on program priorities.
  15. Direct and supervise students and contract staff as required. Participate on hiring panels as required.
  16. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of City of Greater Sudbury’s (CGS’s) Safety Manual and the applicable provincial legislation listed therein.
  17. Perform other related duties as required. Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications : Education and Training :

  • Successful completion of a university degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation.
  • Must be certified or eligible for certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) through Professional Engineers Ontario.
  • Additional education initiatives to update and expand competencies.

Experience :

  • Minimum of six (6) months of directly related and responsible experience.
  • Previous Engineer-In-Training experience considered an asset.
  • GIS experience considered an asset.

Or

Education and Training :

  • Successful completion of a college diploma in a related discipline (e.g., Civil, Chemical, Environmental or Mining Engineering Technologist/Technician) or other related discipline from a recognized community college with Canadian accreditation.
  • Must be certified or eligible for certification as a Certified Technician (C.Tech.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation in Ontario.

Experience :

  • Minimum of eighteen (18) months of directly related and responsible experience.
  • GIS experience considered an asset.

Knowledge of :

  • CGS’s priorities.
  • Applicable legislation and related regulations.
  • Solid understanding of provincial and federal regulatory requirements.
  • GIS and Autocad is an asset.
  • Current and emerging management issues within CGS as they affect Growth and Infrastructure.
  • Best practices within areas of responsibility.
  • Horizontal linkages to other relevant governmental levels and services as well as the private sector.

Abilities to :

  • Effectively and efficiently problem-solve, tackle new assignments, and multi-task in a busy work environment.
  • Learn and adapt to complex topics and concepts; able to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment and able to carry out assignments with mínimal supervision.
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