Position: Operations Coordinator
Division: Utilities and Environment
Department: Saskatoon Water
Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
Closing Date: 07/24/2026
Labour Group: CUPE 47
Posting: 5583
This position is a CUPE 47 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.
Job Summary
Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervises, schedules and monitors Water Treatment Plant operations staff. Makes process adjustments and modifications through Plant Operators and Water Operations Manager to maintain consistency within established operating standards. This also involves coordinating and completing activities such as plant process shutdowns and plant operations troubleshooting.
- Provides training, leadership, and conflict resolution to employees in the operations group.
- Acts as liaison between operations and maintenance staff to coordinate maintenance activities, including administration of the lockout tag out program.
- Leads daily work coordination and safety meetings with operations staff.
- Creates, reviews and updates standard operating procedures, shutdown procedures, safety documentation and the plant operations manual as required for managerial approval.
- Assists the Water Operations Manager with defining and prioritizing maintenance work and operations projects including business cases and budget justification.
- Participates in and conducts training (e.g. operating procedures, equipment operation and safety) including administering training packages to Operations staff on new processes/equipment.
- Ensures occupational health and safety rules and regulations are adhered to.
- Performs the duties of the Plant or Assistant Operator as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
- Degree is a related field and five years of demonstrated leadership experience including four years’ wastewater / water treatment experience acting as an Assistant Plant Operator or a Plant Operator.
OR
Equivalent education as recognized by the Operator Certification Board to obtain class 4 Operations Certification and five years of demonstrated leadership experience including four years’ wastewater treatment experience acting as an Assistant Plant Operator or a Plant Operator. - Class 4 Wastewater / Water Treatment Operator Certification and ability to obtain Class 4 Wastewater Collections / Water Distribution Operator Certification
- Certification as a Maintenance Management Professional, Asset Management Professional, or Project Management Professional.
- Possession of a valid Fireman’s Certificate.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
- Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilties:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.
- Proficient in Asset Management Systems (Avantis, SAP, etc.).
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment procedures, operations and general practices applied to the care and safe operation of the plant equipment.
- Knowledge of the methods, materials, chemicals, testing and tools used in water or wastewater treatment.
- Knowledge of safety procedures including job safety analysis, working with hazardous products, knowledge of confined space procedures, and WHMIS.
- Ability to make minor repairs to the water or wastewater plant equipment.
- Ability to remain calm during emergency situations.
- Ability to supervise the work of subordinates and assume responsibility for the operation of a shift.
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees and the public.
Requires Security Check
Additional Requirements
Weekly Hours: 38.75
Salary Range: $79,809.60 to $93,869.28 CAD per annum (2023 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity
Accommodation
The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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