Supervisor, Water Wastewater

Supervisor, Water & Wastewater Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Aurora, Ontario Salary Range: $96,296.70- $120,370.88 Vacancy Reason: Permanent Replacement Closing Deadline: May 19, 2026 Position Summary Reporting directly to the Manager of Public Works, the Water and Wastewater Supervisor, serving as the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) is accountable for ensuring the Town’s drinking water and wastewater systems are safe, compliant, and operated in accordance with all applicable legislation. The Supervisor also plays a key role in the continuous improvement, implementation, and administration of the Town’s Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS). Responsibilities Managing and maintaining water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems and sanitary pumping stations, including associated equipment maintenance and inspections, performing work site inspections, making recommendations and responding to enquiries regarding infrastructure conditions and maintenance. Providing day‑to‑day supervision to the Water/Wastewater Operators and other staff by assigning, distributing, scheduling and overseeing the daily work activities, resolving staff concerns, hiring, performance management and coaching/mentoring. Reviewing and making comments on planning applications related to the installation of infrastructure in accordance with Town bylaws, standards and engineering practices. Responding to emergencies and providing guidance and oversight after hours for water‑main breaks, sewer buck-ups and other urgent matters. Qualifications Three (3) year college diploma in water, water collection and water distribution systems or related discipline or university education in Civil Engineering or related discipline (considered an asset). Class 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate, Class 2 Wastewater Collection Operator license. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment including ORO responsibilities. Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations or requirements such as the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act and Ontario Water Resources Act. In depth knowledge and demonstrated technical experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems, including large municipal residential drinking water systems and sanitary pumping stations. Ability to lead staff, proven project management, budgeting, procurement, emergency management, decision making, and ability to act strategically in a political and community service environment. Intermediate computer literacy using MS Office and work order management systems. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. DZ License (considered an asset). Additional Requirements Successful applicants to this position will be required to provide a Police Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the Town prior to their start date at the applicants’ own cost. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The Town of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection process and work environments. We are committed to recognizing and celebrating the diversity of opinion, talent and expertise that make each person unique. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr