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waterworks superintendent

Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Superintendent, Water and Wastewater

Posted on April 01, 2025 by Employer details City of New Westminster

Job details

Great City, Great Work, Great Future!Superintendent, Water and WastewaterNew Westminster, British ColumbiaEmployment StatusRegular Full-TimePay Range$115,292 - $127,084 annually + comprehensive benefits packageClosing Date4/20/25Apply NowNumber of Openings: 1Hours per Week: 40 hours per week.Employee Group: ExemptLocation: Engineering Operations Division: 901 First StCompetition #: 917The City of New Westminster has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, customer service and safety-focused individual to join our Engineering Operations leadership team. Reporting to the Section Manager, Engineering Operations, the Superintendent, Water & Wastewater will supervise and coordinate the daily operations related to services provided by the section.Responsibilities include: Plans and supervises the installation, repair, cleaning and maintenance of the City?s water system, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer and drainage services. Continually improves operational efficiency, as well as develops and maintains procedures pertaining to the day-to-day operations. Estimates and schedules third party work for new construction, existing residents, apartments and businesses. Coordinates and supervises external contractors to provide services such as manhole rehab, sewer service replacement, and catch basin replacement. Prepares budgets, purchases supplies and equipment, opens and closes work orders, approves and codes timesheets and invoices, and maintains various reports and records. Liaises with a variety of external regional and provincial agencies; and with a variety of City departments, providing interpretation, guidance and feedback. Investigates and responds to internal and external requests for information, public concerns and complaints, compliance, service issues, disputes and concerns. Responds to after hour calls. Supervises a team of staff, including training, coaching, assigning work and maintaining work flow, reviewing staffing levels, scheduling and timekeeping, performance management, labour relations, workplace safety, and employee development. Responsible for report preparation, accounts payable and financial and budgeting processes related to the areas of accountability, as well as purchasing of equipment and supplies. Schedules and supervises truck drivers and equipment operators from other branches or departments. Provides support to emergency management through EMO and Operations team. Performs related duties in keeping with the purpose and accountabilities of the position. Key education, experience and skill requirements include: Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by related technical courses plus considerable experience in the water and/or wastewater field at a superintendent/supervisory level in a unionized environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience as acceptable to the employer may be considered. Level 2 EOCP Certification in Water Distribution. Post-secondary education in a related discipline and previous municipal experience are considered assets. Strong knowledge of the practices and techniques for maintenance and construction of water, sewer and drainage systems. Knowledge of the materials, tools and equipment used in the applicable engineering operations. Thorough knowledge of the relevant regulations, policies, bylaws, procedures, and safety methods related to the work within a municipal setting and including WorkSafe BC requirements and legislation. Excellent people management and leadership skills. Demonstrated project management skills to coordinate the provision of resources across a variety of services. Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills to determine appropriate resource allocation. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts. Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to deal tactfully and efficiently with various stakeholders. Proficiency in computer application