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As an Engineering Technologist II - Infrastructure Planning, you will:

• Perform duties in support of corporate objectives and programs and service standards including research, inspections, calculations, data collection and analysis, reporting and document preparation.
• Perform review and analysis of historical and current operational information related to system performance, including but not limited to data from Halifax Water's computerized maintenance management system with respect to work orders, service standards and developmental support of capital project planning.
• Perform review and analysis of historical and current information related to inflow and infiltration (I/I) investigations, research, calculations, reporting and document preparation to support wet weather management program and capital project planning.
• Coordinate Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Surveys (SSES) including but not limited to flow monitoring, CCTV inspections, visual inspections, smoke testing, system investigations/repairs and other methods of I/I source detection.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and other related material in support of capital project planning and design.
• Prepare technical reports, studies and applicable Standard Operating Procedures relating to corporate objectives, including but not limited to engineering studies and design.
• Identify capital project requirements in preparation for the annual and five-year capital budget development as it relates to capital project planning
• Liaise with other Halifax Water departments, external consultants, contractors, and other related agencies as required.
• Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Education:

• Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma, or equivalent related engineering courses

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of related experience working within a municipal engineering environment (water, wastewater& stormwater infrastructure and servicing).

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

• Registered member or eligible for membership in TechNova as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET).
• PACP, MACP & LACP Certifications (to be obtained upon employment).
• Must possess a valid Nova Scotia Drivers' license.
• Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
  • First Aid
  • Globally Harmonized System (GHS) (Formerly WHMIS)
  • Additional safety training as identified based on legislative and operational requirements

Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.

At Halifax Water, you can look forward to an engaging, satisfying career that offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and professional development. We're committed to providing world-class water, wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.

Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Halifax Water invests in its employees by providing competitive salaries, incentive programs, opportunities for advancement, and an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development opportunities