Water and Wastewater Engineer (Engineer)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, is responsible for organizing and coordinating the review and approval of Regional capacity study and development applications for proposed water and wastewater servicing, providing technical expertise, advice, assistance, and guidance with respect to water and wastewater for all Regional capital construction projects and development applications.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Leads, reviews, comments, and approves water and wastewater capacity studies and reports and coordinates proposed works with other sections of the Department.
• Reviews, comments, and approves detailed engineering submissions concerning water and wastewater servicing proposals; and coordinates proposed works with other sections of the Department.
• Reviews and comments on Regional capital construction projects and development applications with respect to water and wastewater servicing.
• Coordinates the timing of development projects with Regional construction projects, with respect to water and wastewater servicing.
• Reviews and recommends revisions to management on Regional policies and new policies relating to water and wastewater servicing, including developing creative and innovative problem-solving solutions.
• Reviews and recommends the financial contributions required from developers, including fees and financial securities for water and wastewater construction activities.
• Maintains good relationship management, political sensitivity and diplomacy with colleagues, business associates and other stakeholders.
• Schedules, plans, conducts, and leads meetings with developers, consultants, regional and municipal staff, and Councillors as needed, to review Regional requirements and negotiate areas of concern.
• Ensures that work performed conforms to Regional standards, policies and practises, recognised industry standards and sound safety and engineering principles, in accordance with all applicable laws and governmental requirements. 
• Reviews and/or performs water and wastewater modelling.
• Provides technical expertise and assistance to Project Managers for the Regional capital construction program with respect to water and wastewater.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience (inclusive of E.I.T. experience) in municipal water and wastewater servicing design and construction.
• Working knowledge and ability in water and wastewater modelling.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies 
• Demonstrated political acumen and communication/presentation skills to influence/negotiate complex concepts to a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act in order to travel to offsite work locations. 

Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.