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Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment
- Timberlea, NS, Canada
$97,111 to $121,389 CAD / year · Full-time
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Halifax Water Timberlea, Nova Scotia, Canada Full-time 4 days ago
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$97,111 - $121,389 CAD yearly
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The Opportunity
Halifax Water is inviting applicants for one (1) Regular Full-time Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment in the Operations Department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.
Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, stating Competition #HW26-111E confirming their interest by 12:00 pm on October 8th, 2026.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
This position is directly responsible for the operations, maintenance and budgetary management of Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure for the purpose of environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and public health. This position requires a high degree of decision making skill and requires working independently.
What you'll need
Qualifications
Education: Minimum two year community college technical program applicable to Water or Wastewater Treatment or related discipline; a Level III Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) certification (or equivalent) as well as specialized courses in water/wastewater treatment. A combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.
Experience: Five years related experience in the wastewater treatment industry with demonstrated supervisory ability.
Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:
Valid NS Drivers License and willingness to use own vehicle and be willing to use their own vehicle in accordance with the Mileage Policy.
Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
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A Little Bit About Us
Halifax Water
Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.
At Halifax Water, you can look forward to an engaging, satisfying career that offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and professional development. We're committed to providing world-class water, wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.
Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.
Halifax Water Invests In Its Employees By Providing Competitive Salaries, Incentive Programs, Opportunities For Advancement, And An Excellent Benefits Package Including:
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Timberlea, Nova Scotia, Canada
On-site
Full-time
$97,111 - $121,389 CAD yearly
4 days ago
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Halifax Water Invests In Its Employees By Providing Competitive Salaries, Incentive Programs, Opportunities For Advancement, And An Excellent Benefits Package Including:
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$97,111 - $121,389 CAD yearly
Discover
The Opportunity
Halifax Water is inviting applicants for one (1) Regular Full-time Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment in the Operations Department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.
Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, stating Competition #HW26-111E confirming their interest by 12:00 pm on October 8th, 2026.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
This position is directly responsible for the operations, maintenance and budgetary management of Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure for the purpose of environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and public health. This position requires a high degree of decision making skill and requires working independently.
What you'll need
Qualifications
Education: Minimum two year community college technical program applicable to Water or Wastewater Treatment or related discipline; a Level III Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) certification (or equivalent) as well as specialized courses in water/wastewater treatment. A combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.
Experience: Five years related experience in the wastewater treatment industry with demonstrated supervisory ability.
Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:
Valid NS Drivers License and willingness to use own vehicle and be willing to use their own vehicle in accordance with the Mileage Policy.
Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
- First Aid
- WHMIS
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Rigging
- Lockout/Tagout
- H2S Awareness
- Knowledge of various wastewater/water treatment facilities and associated infrastructure.
- Applicable Federal and Provincial legislation, Environment Act, CCME, OH&S, WHMIS, Halifax Water policies.
- Biological and chemical treatment processes.
- Instrumentation, computerized control and electrical systems.
- Computer software programs: Microsoft Office, SCADA, and Datastream MP2, etc.
- Ability to react appropriately during emergency conditions.
- Ability to interact effectively with the public, internal, and external customers.
- Frequent off-hour communication with treatment facility employees to assist in resolving treatment facility issues.
- This position exposes the Supervisors to varying degrees of physical, emotional, and mental demands.
- Periodically subjected to chemical fumes, malodours, bacterial aerosols, VOC (volatile organic compounds).
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A Little Bit About Us
Halifax Water
Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.
At Halifax Water, you can look forward to an engaging, satisfying career that offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and professional development. We're committed to providing world-class water, wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.
Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.
Halifax Water Invests In Its Employees By Providing Competitive Salaries, Incentive Programs, Opportunities For Advancement, And An Excellent Benefits Package Including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee wellness program
- Professional development opportunities
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Timberlea, Nova Scotia, Canada
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$97,111 - $121,389 CAD yearly
4 days ago
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Halifax Water is inviting applicants for one (1) Regular Full-time Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment in the Operations Department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.
Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, stating Competition #HW26-111E confirming their interest by 12:00 pm on October 8th, 2026.
What you'll do
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of various wastewater/water treatment facilities and associated infrastructure.
- Applicable Federal and Provincial legislation, Environment Act, CCME, OH&S, WHMIS, Halifax Water policies.
- Biological and chemical treatment processes.
- Instrumentation, computerized control and electrical systems.
- Computer software programs: Microsoft Office, SCADA, and Datastream MP2, etc.
- Ability to react appropriately during emergency conditions.
- Ability to interact effectively with the public, internal, and external customers.
- Frequent off-hour communication with treatment facility employees to assist in resolving treatment facility issues.
- This position exposes the Supervisors to varying degrees of physical, emotional, and mental demands.
- Periodically subjected to chemical fumes, malodours, bacterial aerosols, VOC (volatile organic compounds).
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Halifax Water Invests In Its Employees By Providing Competitive Salaries, Incentive Programs, Opportunities For Advancement, And An Excellent Benefits Package Including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee wellness program
- Professional development opportunities
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee the operation, maintenance, and budget management of wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure. Ensure environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and public health while making independent decisions and supporting facility employees in resolving operational issues.
Requirements
Requires a minimum two-year technical college program in water or wastewater treatment or a related discipline, Level III Nova Scotia certification or equivalent, and specialized treatment courses; relevant combinations of recognized training and experience may also be considered. Requires five years of related wastewater treatment experience with demonstrated supervisory ability, a valid Nova Scotia driver's license, and willingness to maintain specified safety training.
Skills
- Facility Maintenance
- Budget Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Protection
- Supervision
- Chemical Treatment Processes
- Instrumentation
- Computerized Control Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Emergency Response
- Customer Relations
- SCADA
- Microsoft Office
- Datastream MP2
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
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- Environmental & Sustainability
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Wastewater Treatment
- Water Treatment
- Facility Operations
- Maintenance
- Budget Management
- Environmental Protection
- Regulatory Compliance
- Public Health
- Level III Nova Scotia Certification
- Chemical Treatment Processes
- Instrumentation
- Computerized Control Systems
- Electrical Systems
- SCADA
- Datastream MP2
- Microsoft Office
- Environment Act
- CCME
- Occupational Health and Safety
- WHMIS
- First Aid
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Rigging
- Lockout/Tagout
- H2S Awareness
- Emergency Response