Development Approvals Technician - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Infrastructure Planning & Engineering

Important Notices & Amendments:

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY:

To be responsible for all aspects of Review/Analysis of Development Applications, on a Region-wide basis, from an Engineering perspective within a specified time period, in order to prepare recommendations and/or responses on behalf of the Corporation to the appropriate agency/authority, firm/private individual or other Planning and Development Services staff.

This includes preparation for and participation in pre-consultation meetings with local municipalities, developers, and other staff.

Also, on behalf of the Ministry of the Environment, to be responsible for reviewing and assisting in the approval of engineering design submissions by consultants and municipalities on sanitary and storm sewers projects on a Region wide basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Completion of a 3year community college program, with a diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in the municipal field.
Must be certified or eligible for certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in municipal engineering projects. Working knowledge of planning and engineering regulations and guidelines for municipal development.

SKILLS:

Must possess knowledge of the Regional Water and Sewer System, Ministry of Environment (M.O.E.) guidelines for the design of municipal works, the Environmental Assessment Act, and Niagara Region policies.
Must comply with O.A.C.E.T.T. Act & Code of Ethics.
Must possess strong technical report writing skills.
Must possess knowledge of municipal sewer and water main design.
Must be able to provide preliminary technical comments at preconsultation meetings regarding potential developments.
Must possess good communication, customer service and relationship management skills.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS: