Lead Water and Wastewater Operator - Sudbury

Groupe Helios•Sudbury, ON

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a senior-level operational position designed for an experienced professional with strong technical expertise in both drinking water and wastewater systems. We are seeking a dependable senior operator to provide oversight across Aquatech’s Southwestern Ontario operations. This individual will help keep eyes on the region, support less experienced operators, attend sites as required, and ensure operations remain safe, compliant, reliable, and well-supported across a broad service area.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of progressive operational experience in both drinking water and wastewater systems, with senior-level experience preferred
Demonstrated experience operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining water and wastewater treatment facilities
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and reporting requirements
Experience with compliance monitoring, process control, laboratory interpretation, and operational reporting
Strong mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently across a large geographic region while maintaining communication with operations leadership and site staff
Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence
Valid Ontario Wastewater Operator Certification.
Valid Ontario Drinking Water Operator Certification (OIT, LSW, Level I, or higher). LSW and OIT licences are acceptable for the water systems currently operated under this role.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating private communal water and wastewater systems
SCADA and remote monitoring experience
Experience supporting multiple sites across a large geographic territory
Leadership, mentoring, supervisory, or lead operator experience

Responsibilities

Provide senior operational oversight for water treatment, distribution, wastewater treatment, and collection systems across Southwestern Ontario operations
Support and guide less experienced operators through technical direction, mentorship, site checks, and operational follow-up
Monitor treatment processes and make operational adjustments to optimize performance
Travel to sites across the region as required to inspect facilities, verify operating conditions, troubleshoot issues, and support field staff
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process issues
Complete operational records and regulatory reporting requirements
Monitor and respond to SCADA alarms and notifications
Participate in on-call coverage and emergency response activities
Provide mentorship and technical support to junior operators
Provide operational support to other Aquatech operating areas when required and where practical based on geography and business needs