The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a

Associate Area Manager, Water and Wastewater Operations

**Posting Date:**Wednesday, March 11, 2026

**Closing Date:**Wednesday, March 25, 2026 @ 12:00 NOON

Starting Rate:$101,107 annually

Salary Range:$101,107 - $118,281 annually

**Hours of Work:**37.5 hours per week

**Classification:**Management, Class M3

**Status:**Permanent Full-Time

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

The District: Muskoka is a great place to live and play, and the District is a four-season municipality passionate about

protecting, servicing and caring for this community. We have opportunities that will allow you to learn, grow and

build your career amongst other ambitious leaders and innovators. We offer a competitive compensation

package and are committed to promoting diversity, accessibility and inclusion.It’s what we do!

The Opportunity: The Associate Area Manager, Water and Wastewater Operations is responsible for supporting the effective

operation, maintenance, rehabilitation, and continuous improvement of Muskoka’s water treatment, storage

and distributions systems and wastewater collection, treatment and disposal systems, with a primary focus on

the delivery of state-of-good-repair projects and minor capital improvements.

What you will do:

• Manage and develop employees in a manner consistent with District values, policies and procedures,

including selection, work scheduling, training and performance evaluation.

• Analyze asset condition data, work history, inspection findings and system risks, and translates those

findings into prioritized state-of-good-repair projects, rehabilitation initiatives, and capital budget

recommendations.

• In collaboration with the Area Managers, Chief Operators, and Asset Management staff, prioritize and

coordinate maintenance, rehabilitation, and renewal activities based on risk, regulatory requirements,

asset criticality, and operational impact, while minimizing service disruption.

• Lead and coordinate the planning, scoping, design, tendering, construction, and contract administration

of state-of-good-repair projects and minor capital works.

• Oversee the work of contractors and consultants by conducting inspections, confirming compliance with

contract documents and regulatory requirements, and approving work progression and completion.

• Conduct site inspections to assess asset condition, confirm scope, support troubleshooting, and

coordinate with internal staff and contractors to ensure work meets operational, safety, regulatory

expectations and project milestones.

• Track maintenance and project milestones, monitor progress, identify barriers, recommend corrective

actions, and provide status updates to the Director, Area Managers and Capital Project Staff.

• Work collaboratively with operational leadership and subject matter experts to support the

development, monitoring, and continuous improvement of maintenance strategies, work plans, working

collaboratively to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, Environmental Compliance Approvals,

District policies, and industry best practice.

• Draft or update procedures to reflect new equipment, technologies, regulatory changes, and lessons

learned from operational events.

• Provide technical support and structured problem-solving assistance to operations staff for complex or

recurring system issues.

• Assist with preparation, monitoring, and control of operating and capital budgets related to assigned

projects and programs.

• In collaboration with operational leadership and Asset Management staff, develop and track key

performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance planning, asset renewal, risk reduction, and

project delivery, and prepare performance reports identifying trends, gaps, and recommended

corrective actions.

• Undertakes standby duties on a rotational basis as required.
• May act as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) if assigned and in accordance with regulatory

requirements.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Graduate of a three-year community college diploma program in engineering technology,

environmental technology, public works, water/wastewater, or a related field, or an equivalent

combination of education and experience.

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in water and wastewater operations,

infrastructure management, asset management, or related municipal services.

• Demonstrated knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation, municipal infrastructure

standards, and water and wastewater system operations.

• Strong project management, organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with computer-based tools including asset management systems, maintenance

management systems, project tracking, and standard office software.

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License.

What we are offering: The District is proud to offer the following benefits with this job:

• Health benefits

• Paid vacation

• Paid leaves

• OMERS pension

• Work-life flexibility

• Perks and discounts

• Wellness programs

• Fostering and fun environment

• Professional development and education opportunities

• Pay range progression based on length of time in the job and satisfactory performance

The Next Step If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications, and can support our vision and values (RISE:

Respect, Innovation, Service and Equity), submit your application using the apply now link below.

APPLY NOWor visit ourcareers pagefor other opportunities.

The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all

qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of

goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related

accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.

Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the

Human Resources Department.