Job Description

• Administer Peel’s wastewater compliance program; providing guidance and support to the Water and Wastewater Divisions’ Capital Works and Operations on issues such as quality and regulatory compliance, Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Inspections, Reporting, Permits and Approvals.
• Support the administration, maintenance and coordination of key elements of the Wastewater Integrated Management System (WWIMS), including Operational Manuals, Risk Assessment, Emergency Preparedness and Response, and environmental performance evaluation through Internal and External Audits.
• Ensuring awareness of current and forthcoming legislation and standards impacting Peel’s wastewater operations and providing guidance to key stakeholders (Water, Wastewater, SCADA, Public Health) through the development of communication and outreach programs.
• Liaise with external agencies including MECP, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Health Canada, Operating Authority (Ontario Clean Water Agency) and Accreditation Body in all matters of Peel’s wastewater compliance program and WWIMS.
• Support continual improvement and coordinating audits and in-house compliance checks, as applicable.
• Assist in developing comprehensive compliance strategies to ensure the ongoing compliance with applicable legislation, provide support in the development and implementation of the water and wastewater programs continuous improvement initiatives, including frameworks to monitor compliance, assessment of programs, identifying process deficiencies and opportunities.
• Review and undertake process adjustments to ensure continual improvement of quality controls including document/record management, administration of compliance data base to ensure data integrity and facilitate adoption of best management practices.
• Build methods to assist staff in the review, revision and development of Standard Operating Procedures, Protocols and Performance Standards related to the operation of Peel’s wastewater systems.
• Coordinate and facilitate education programs in support of Peel’s wastewater compliance program including providing guidance to internal and external clients.
• Organize and lead compliance program status meetings and performance review workshops, including risk assessment, emergency preparedness, response and management.
• Maintain Service Level Agreements with client groups, provide direction, guidance and technical support on various water quality and wastewater projects and programs stemming from regulatory and/or program changes.
• Respond to enquiries and preparing Council reports, technical reports, internal and external communique, summaries, and communication reports.
• Rotate an after hours on-call duty to respond to regulatory and operational incidents, environmental spills, treatment process events and water quality concerns including root cause sourcing and corrective actions management.

What the role requires:

• Degree in environmental science or applied science (Bachelor of Science) combined with five (5) years of experience in the municipal water and wastewater industry, development, implementation and maintenance of quality management systems and/or QMS/EMS auditor certification or project/program management experience.
• Ontario Certificate of Competency as a Water Quality Analyst or Water/Wastewater Treatment, Distribution/Collection Operator (or required to obtain certification within one year of hire)
• Working knowledge of municipal water systems, demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the provincial and federal legislation including regulations pertaining to Ontario Safe Drinking Water Act, Environment Protection Act and Ontario Water Resources Act, DWQMS, environmental management systems (ISO 14001), municipal water and wastewater system MECP approval framework, and other applicable legislation, water policies and standards.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills with ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and effective presentation and public relation skills with ability to deal effectively and courteously with regional, provincial and federal officials, Operating Authority and other agencies, the public and staff.
• Strong research and exceptional investigative and problem solving skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient computer skills utilizing MS Office and working knowledge of electronic record and document management system.
• Access to own transportation and valid Class “G” licence in good standing.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health.
• Optional enrolment into OMERS pension plan.
• Accrue Vacation monthly starting at 3 weeks per annum.
• 3 paid personal days and 3 paid floating holidays.
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance.
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion.

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you’ll have the ability to work remotely and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton and other water/wastewater worksites. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve over time.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

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Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Temporary. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.

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