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District Supervisor, SCADA Contract Implementation

Regional Municipality of Durham
Regional Municipality of Durham
Application Deadline: 2024-05-20
Date Posted: 2024-04-25
Location: Whitby, Ontario
Compensation: To Be Discussed

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

The Region of Durham is committed to employment equity and is actively implementing measures to build and sustain an inclusive, barrier-free workplace that is reflective of the diverse residents it serves. We welcome applications from Indigenous Peoples, people from racialized communities, women, persons who live with disabilities, people from 2SLGBTQI+ communities and people with diverse identities.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodation will be provided
throughout the recruitment process to applicants who live with disabilities.

Location

This position is located at the Oshawa Water Supply Plant.

District Plant Supervisor, SCADA

Reporting to the Manager of SCADA division, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the SCADA needs of Plant Operations and the Construction Division. This position will be primarily responsible for the front-line supervision of activities and staff required to implement new SCADA works and upgrades.

The incumbent will:

• Supervise a unionized work force consisting of Chief SCADA Technologists and SCADA
Technologists who support operating personnel in the reliable and effective front
line remote monitoring and control of plant processes.
• Manage the installation and upgrade of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
(SCADA) systems in all Water and Wastewater plants, stations, and storage facilities
in the Region of Durham to ensure that all operational objectives, quality standards
and compliance with regulatory requirements are met.
• Represent Durham’s SCADA division in the design, installation, implementation, and
commissioning of SCADA systems in new and existing Plant Operations facilities;
review and provide input into proposals, shop drawings, and contract specifications
• Prepare, monitor, and control budgets for the SCADA division within the purchasing
by-laws.
• Recommend equipment purchases and preparation of purchasing agreements, informal
quotes, and tenders.
• Develop, plan and maintain standardized SCADA environments.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for SCADA activities and outcomes.
• Hire, develop, coach, mentor, direct and train SCADA division staff to ensure work
is completed in an effective and safe manner.
• Assess strengths, weakness, opportunities, and threats related to the SCADA division
• Liaise with Regional departments, internal and external consultants, and regulatory
bodies.
• Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable health and safety legislation
and all corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to occupational
health and safety.
• Maintain current technical skills and keep abreast with new SCADA technology trends
and regulatory requirements and provide recommendations on the effective use, best
practices, acquisition and integration of technology.

The successful applicant will possess:

• Post secondary diploma in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information
Technology or a related discipline.
• Extensive demonstrated experience with in-depth knowledge of industry requirements
and applications in Process Automation, Industrial Networks and Operational
Technology (OT) infrastructure.
• Several years of demonstrated experience with responsibilities for design,
construction and operation of industrial process control systems including DCS, PLC
and SCADA based systems especially in water and wastewater collection, distribution,
and treatment.
• Experience in the design, configuration and maintenance of LAN/WAN network
topologies and security.
• Several years of experience supervising technical staff, and an ability to work
effectively with consultants, contractors, and other external stakeholders to ensure
compliance with process control system implementation guidelines and standards.
• Experience interpreting, updating, and cataloguing of SCADA drawings (P&ID, loop
diagrams, networking infrastructure), factory acceptance testing/site acceptance
testing documentation, equipment/instrumentation layouts/schematics, specifications,
process diagrams, process control narratives, and various industrial control system
standards.
• Demonstrated project management skills used to manage complex activities, plan, and
organize multiple assignments within tight timelines and budgets.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, team building, problem solving and conflict
resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in water and wastewater process operations and knowledge of computerized
maintenance management systems is an asset
• Possession of PMP, C.E.T., ITIL or CISSP certifications or equivalent are considered
an asset.
• Knowledge of Drinking Water Quality Management System and ICS-Cert is considered an
asset.
• A valid Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Management & Exempt Salary Grade 7

Salary: $108,242 to $135,302 per annum

Conditions of Employment

Prior to the start date, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check within two (2) months from date of hire. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements, including a current Driver’s Abstract, will also be collected.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants;
however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (https://bit.ly/3UrESoH) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting. The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region’s Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca.

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Regional Municipality of Durham
Application Deadline: 2024-05-20
Date Posted: 2024-04-25
Location: Whitby, Ontario
Compensation: To Be Discussed