TE2 Technical Engineering Officer 2
Regular/full-time; Departmental
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management, Engineering and Technical Services
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 43916
Salary(s): TE2 $74,442.00 – $91,910.00 per year (as of March 22, 2025)
Closing Date: April 20, 2025
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 created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Engineering and Technical Services Division provides oversight for the construction, inspection, preservation, maintenance and operation of provincial highway and winter road networks, northern airports and ferries, bridges, and water-related assets. Also undertakes hydrologic forecasting, flood mitigation initiatives, environmental and Indigenous consultation services, and advances the safety and efficiency of Manitoba’s motor carrier industry. The Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management Branch within Engineering and Technical Services is responsible for providing overall direction and coordination required for the optimum development, allocation and conservation of Manitoba’s water resources. The Branch operates the provincial water management system, is responsible for administration of The Water Resources Administration Act, provides provincial flood forecasting services, creates understanding of flood risks, conducts flood mapping and flood mitigation studies, develops operational and strategic policies related to water management and leads the provincial response to flood events.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must have a valid class 5 driver’s licence.
- Must be able to travel throughout the province by ground and air transportation for extended periods.
- Must be able to work extended hours.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology with extensive related experience. A suitable combination of training and experience may be considered. A degree in Civil Engineering is welcome.
- Experience with ESRI Arc GIS software.
- Experience with hydraulic analysis and design of drains and crossings.
- Experience with water resource management studies related to flood risk assessment and flood mitigation works.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate technical documents and correspondence.
- Strong verbal communication skills with experience delivering technical presentations to a variety of audiences.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and judgement.
- Strong team work and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and courteously with internal and external contacts.
Desired:
- Experience with agricultural drainage and related agronomics.
- Knowledge and understanding of economic feasibility principles.
- Experience providing leadership in a group, mentoring other staff, and performing supervisory duties.
Duties:
The Senior Waterway Planning Technologist undertakes specialist technical services for the strategic planning of the Province’s water management studies related to agricultural land drainage infrastructure network and studies and design of various waterways and hydraulic structures. Provides specialist technical services related to water management planning exercises, investigations of water-related problems and disputes, planning and feasibility analysis, and conceptual design of physical water infrastructure works; participates in broader watershed based water management assessment and planning exercises; and assists in providing hydraulic and water management services to the flood forecasting branch during flood periods.
Apply to:
Advertisement # 43916
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
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