Regional Drinking Water Officer (various positions)

Regional Drinking Water Officer (various positions)

Regular/Full-Time

Manitoba Environment and Climate Change

Office of Drinking Water, Water Stewardship

Gimli, MB

Advertisement Number: 45134

Salary Range: $61,146.00 - $83,520.00 per year

Closing Date: May 26, 2026

 

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages, and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be established to fill similar regular and term positions within the department throughout the Province of Manitoba and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Department of Environment and Climate Change is seeking qualified and skilled candidates to fill three Regional Drinking Water Officer positions in various locations throughout Manitoba. The Office of Drinking Water Branch is responsible for administering and enforcing The Drinking Water Safety Act and its regulations, licences, permits, advisories and orders to protect public health.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume and cover letter. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

https://www.gov.mb.ca/govjobs/doc/Screening_Application_Form/application_form_for_screening_45134.docx

Duties:
The Regional Drinking Water Officer will facilitate the continued safety and ongoing quality improvement of Manitoba’s drinking water by overseeing water system compliance with The Drinking Water Safety Act and regulations. Reporting to the Senior Regional Drinking Water Officer, the incumbent is responsible for licencing and monitoring water systems including through onsite inspections and sampling; working with Medical Officers of Health to issue and rescind water quality advisories; tracking offences and enforcing compliance by issuing letters of direction, warnings and tickets in accordance with a progressive enforcement strategy; providing guidance and technical expertise about drinking water safety to water suppliers and the public; and contributing to special projects (e.g. policy or procedure development) as needed.           

Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
 
Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan 

 

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees 

 

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.  
 
Organizational Culture and Values 
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
 
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Biological Science, Engineering, or related discipline, with relevant experience.  A suitable equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.
• Experience assessing scientific and technical data and documents in a work or academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake compliance, inspections and enforcement activities.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships in a team environment.
• Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong written communication skills including experience drafting technical reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook) or similar computer applications.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and sampling techniques in a work or academic environment.

 

Desired:

• Experience applying and interpreting legislation related to drinking water, including The Drinking Water Safety Act, The Environment Act and The Public Health Act and related guidelines in either a work or academic environment.
• Knowledge of drinking water treatment principles.
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in French.

 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Must possess and maintain a valid Full Stage Manitoba Class 5 driver's licence
• Must be able to travel throughout the province
• Must be able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends as required
• Must successfully complete the California State University Water Treatment Plant Field Study Program (Volumes I and II) and the Association of the Board of Certification's (ABC's) level II Water Treatment Exam within 2 years of being hired 
• Must be able to conduct field investigations and site assessments which require walking over rough terrain while carrying up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to participate on the Office of Drinking Water's 24 hour On-Call Program which includes the ability to immediately respond to issues and emergencies as they arise

 

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

 

When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

 

Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

 

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.