Water/Wastewater Systems Manager (Re-advertised)

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2021. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktitut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Directly reporting to the Regional Facility Manager (RFM), the position will be responsible for all operations including maintenance, billing/revenue collection, updates and improvements for the Water/Wastewater system in the community of Rankin Inlet.  The position will also be responsible for all Minor and Capital projects with the Rankin Inlet Water/Wastewater Systems plus six (6) other Kivalliq Region Water Treatment Plants and works through all stages of project planning, budgeting, implementation, completion and warranty follow-up.

As the leader of a team of water/wastewater technical experts, the position works to maximize the quality of facilities and the built works environment by managing the resources dedicated to maintaining the supporting systems and minimizing service interruptions with consideration for life safety, work priority, resource limitations and total life cycle cost.  Through the course of planning and executing the work, the position emphasizes safety, team effectiveness, client satisfaction and quality.  The position facilitates the training and development of team members within the work unit.

The combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities normally acquired through the completion of a diploma in Water Resources Engineering Technology, Water/Wastewater Technologist, Water Quality and Environmental Engineering Technology or related field from a recognized post-secondary institution is preferred, along with 5 years of related work experience. Skills as a Professional environmental operator and water treatment/distribution and wastewater collection/treatment Level II certification from a recognized provincial or territorial accreditation body are also assets. Equivalencies consisting of an acceptable combination of education, training and experience may be considered. A Class 5 driver’s license is mandatory for this position.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit

Qaujimajatuqangit, and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above. This is a Highly Sensitive Position, and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required. The duties of this position require access to GN offices, buildings, medical facilities, and schools that involve periodic interaction with vulnerable persons.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to @email. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. 
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. 
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.