The Town of Yarmouth is seeking a qualified and motivated Chief Operator of the Town's Water Treatment Plant.
Reporting to the Town Engineer, the Chief Operator (CO) is in Overall Direct Responsible Charge (ORDC) of the Town’s Water Treatment Facility. The successful candidate is responsib
le for the overall operation, supervision, and regulatory compliance of the Town's water treatment facility and associated infrastructure. This leadership role provides direction to water treatment operations while ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of essential municipal services.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced water treatment professional with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence and public service.
Key Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of two (2) years of post-secondary education and/or certification in a trade related to water treatment or water technology.
- Certification as a Class III Water Treatment Operator.
- A minimum of two (2) years previous supervisory experience in a similar or related role is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, regulatory requirements, SCADA systems, and treatment plant operations.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Join our Team!
- Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Competitive employer cost-shared health benefits (Health, Dental, Life/Dependant Life, and Long-Term Disability)
- Defined Benefit Pension plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Pension Plan
- Employer cost-shared Mariners on Main membership
Salary Scale - $75,942 - $91,392
A complete job description detailing the duties and responsibilities of this position is available at the following link: pdf Chief Operator – Water Treatment Facility.(121 KB)
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
To apply, please forward a cover letter and résumé in a single PDF document to: jobs@townofyarmouth.ca
The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.
The Town of Yarmouth has an Accommodation Policy. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right and are encouraged to request an accommodation should they need.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.