Manager, Water Operations

Manager, Water Operations

LU Service Corp. Litchfield Park, AZ, US, 85340 Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada. At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together. We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose The Operations Manager performs routine professional-level water, and environmental resources utility planning, and general utility operations and maintenance oversight work for the Company. Duties include daily planning of operation and maintenance activities of a wide variety of utility assets as well as direct oversight of utility daily staffing and contractor functions, routine reporting of general operating conditions and utility asset performance, hydraulic analysis, and preliminary design assists with plan review and construction implementation. This position provides technical assistance and administration regarding operational issues to staff, outside consultants, developers, regulatory agencies, commissions, and City Councils. This position may assist in the management of consulting and construction contracts, as well as development and implementation of water quality and quantity monitoring programs. Proficiency of environmental water related mathematics, electrical and hydraulic energy analysis, safety and regulatory regulation is preferred. This position is directly responsible for the health and wellbeing of departmental staff as well as the safety and security of the company owned utility assets, and is directly responsible for the training and development of departmental staff regarding company sponsored policy, programs and protocols.

Accountabilities Assesses operation related utility technical reports by reading reports, analyzing data, researching similar documentation/reports and writing reports with recommendations. Provides technical support and resolves field or administrative problems through field visits to make observations, interpreting construction drawings or specifications, analyzing issues and implications of resolution, and conveying solutions to personnel. Coordinates projects with staff, developers, and consultants by attending meetings, understanding and projecting the Company or departments position, recording other party's perception, and presenting information to Company. Supervises staff by directing engineers and inspectors to resolve field issues, providing direction, and evaluating staff. Developes and manages project budgets, schedules and resources utilizing generally accepted project management principles including electronic data collection. Manages and maintains project filing, Operations systems and tools of a technical nature including manual and electronic data bases, hydraulic modeling, electronic drawing formats.

Education and Experience A discipline equivalent to Operations Manager may be acquired as a Bachelor's degree-level of study, an operations certification in the applicable State certification, a combination of in-field related management experience, or a combination there of may be accepted and is preferred. Over ten years experience in water utility development or a related field. Five years of supervisory experience is also required. Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's License, Professional Operator certifications of the applicable state of operation equivalent to the highest level of certification required for the utility.

Work requires the ability to read and understand technical reports, technical maps and drawings, research papers, local code and ordinances, construction plans and specifications, state statutes and federal laws, correspondences and legal documents, property legal descriptions at a college level. Regulated work requires managing and monitoring work performance of a department including evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, establishing broad organizational goals and realigning work and staffing assignments for direct reports in the department.

Years of Experience Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team. As the successful candidate Our Mission We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose. Our Vision We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes. Our Guiding Principles Customer Centric Integrity Entrepreneurial Teamwork Owner mindset Outcome focused Continuous learning What we offer Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy 401k Plan with matching Share purchase/match plan Leadership Development Program Volunteer paid days off Employee Assistance Program Achievement fund Free parking Variety of Health & Wellness programs Discount and Perks program We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further. We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.