Sub Foreperson - Halton, Canada - Halton Region

Halton Region

Verified Company

Halton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Sub Foreperson:

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.

Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you.

Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team

Posting ID: 2900

Department:
Public Works

Division:
Water & Wastewater Treatment

Pay Range:
$42.23

Job Type:
Permanent

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Work Location:
Burlington Water Purification Plant, 3249 Lakeshore Road, Burlington

Employee Group:
CUPE 2620

Posting Date:
February 23, 2024

Application Deadline:
March 8, 2024

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CUPE Local 2620 applicants will recieve first consideration for this position.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Team Supervisor, the Sub Foreperson will be responsible for assisting with planning, assigning and directing work to final completion.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Assists Plant Maintenance staff in implementation of their preventative maintenance; scheduled and unscheduled work programs.
Assists in the preparation of shift scheduling and budgets with Supervisor.
Responsible and accountable for treatment process changes and incident reporting, as required.
Compiles and maintains necessary plant records and analyses.
Ensures that all Occupational Health and Safety practices and procedures as well as internal protocols and environmental compliance requirements are followed plus arrange monthly safety meetings with staff.
Instructs staff on Regional Standards, Policies and Procedures and appropriate responses to emergencies.
Provides direction and assistance to plant staff in the daily operation of facilities.
Acts as operator in charge when required.
Supervises external workers employed on Planning and Public Works maintenance contracts when working onsite.
Performs operator duties as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with (2) two years of additional education or training the MECP Director considers relevant.
Possess and maintain Ministry of Environment (MOECP) operator certification in Water Treatment level (4) four in accordance with the facility and have a minimum of (5) five years of experience at the facility.
A thorough knowledge of Water Treatment, knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related policies as well as Environmental Legislation and requirements as it pertains to Water Treatment.
An aptitude for computers is required in order to effectively manage work orders within SAP.
Cooperative team member who possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

Familiarity with automatic controls and SCADA systems.

Working/ Employment Conditions:

Working Conditions

The incumbent will be required to serve on standby and respond to afterhour callouts, as specified by Public Works Operations Practices.
The incumbent must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting approximately 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, and moving heavy materials, equipment and boxes.
The ability to work in confined spaces and oversee and perform designated duties in inclement weather is also required.
The incumbent will be required to safely handle designated substances, including caustic and acidic chemicals. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times. Training and relevant PPE will be provided.

Employment Conditions

The incumbent will be required to drive a Regional vehicle and will be required to provide a copy of their G Ontario driver's license and a driver's abstract, by their first day of employment.
In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/1
Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakv