EG5 Engineer 5
Regular/full-time
Department of Central Services
Water Services Branch, Capital Planning and Project Delivery
Brandon MB
Advertisement Number: 36609
Salary(s): EG5 $94,074.00 - $119,568.00 per year
Closing Date: October 19, 2020
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Manitoba Water Services Board (Board), a crown corporation, has been providing assistance to rural Manitobans for nearly 60 years in the development of safe, affordable and sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure. Board projects and services are implemented by Water Services Branch staff within the Department of Central Services who provides technical and financial assistance to municipalities and water cooperatives in the development, transmission, distribution and control of water supplies. The Board through the Water Services Branch also provides assistance for collection, treatment and disposal of municipal wastewater. The Water Services Branch is looking for a strong team player, high performing and enthusiastic individual to join our Engineering and Management Team. To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.
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Conditions of Employment:
Qualifications:
Essential:
Duties:
The Chief of Operations is a member of the Water Services Branch management team and reports to the General Manager. The incumbent oversees both a construction and operations team to deliver The Manitoba Water Services Board capital water and sewer infrastructure program and operations and maintenance activities for Board managed public water systems in rural Manitoba. Reviews tender documents, ensures specifications and plans meet project objectives, and ensures standard construction specifications and practices are met. Monitors staff and construction activities to make certain contracts are efficiently executed within budgetary and regulatory requirements. Responsible for the effective and efficient operations of various Board operated municipal and co-op water systems. Exercises discriminating engineering judgement and provides solutions in resolving engineering and construction issues. Communicates and maintains working relations with consultants, contractors, and government officials. Provides direct supervision to a staff team consisting of engineers and civil engineering technologists.
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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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