Manager, Water Services

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is located on the beautiful central east coast of Vancouver Island, incorporating the municipalities of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach, and seven unincorporated electoral areas that lie between Cassidy to the south and Bowser to the north. The RDN is situated within the traditional territories of several First Nations, including Snuneymuxw, Snaw-Naw-As and Qualicum First Nations and recognizes their rich cultural heritage. The RDN is focused on building strong relationships with these Nations.

The RDN is home to approximately 170,000 people and is growing at a very rapid pace. Growth is due in part to a mild coastal climate, diverse ecosystems, and landscapes from the Salish Sea to rugged mountains, easy access to a range of outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life.

Reporting to the General Manager, Regional + Community Utilities (RCU), the Manager, Water Services is responsible for the development, implementation, management, and coordination of plans, policies and programs, and the operation and maintenance of facilities associated with the Water Services Department.

This is an incredible opportunity for an organized and experienced leader with a passion for drinking water and watershed protection to lead the Water Services team at the Regional District of Nanaimo.  The successful candidate will bring strong leadership and organizational skills to deliver essential services to the community. The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in environmental studies, engineering or other related discipline; with six (6) years of related experience in a local or regional government setting, including three (3) years of supervisory experience overseeing unionized and professional staff in one or more areas of wastewater collection, water supply, water treatment, water distribution, watershed management, watershed protection, plant engineering, asset management, and project management.  Full registration with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) is considered an asset. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

The salary for this position is $137,708 - $153,021 annually and is supplemented by a competitive total compensation plan. This salary is based on the 2024 exempt management salary structure and does not reflect the results of the salary review that is currently underway in accordance with the exempt compensation policy.

Should you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with the RDN, please contact Harbour West Consulting at 604-998-4032 or forward your resume, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca.