Posted 2 months ago
Area Supervisor (Water Treatment Level 3)
@ Nexus
Kamloops, British Columbia
Overview
Nexus Water Group, a regulated water and wastewater utility, is hiring an Area Supervisor in Kamloops, BC to oversee multi-utility operations in an assigned area. The role supervises operators and staff, drives maintenance through Lucity, and monitors system performance and compliance. The posting states a salary of $88,000 to $120,000 yearly, with some travel to plants and construction sites.
Pay:
$88,000–$120,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Supervise multi-utility systems in the assigned area for safe, compliant operation
- Monitor system performance and lead corrective actions
- Assign and oversee preventative, corrective and predictive maintenance in Lucity
- Direct staff through recruitment, training and evaluation
- Conduct hazard assessments and site inspections
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 5 years of water, wastewater or utility operations experience
- Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or management role
- Valid driver's licence with driver's abstract
- Water or Wastewater Operator 3 certification is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Construction site, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid Level I, Confined space awareness, Water Operator 3, Wastewater Operator 3 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Nexus
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Who We Are
Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
“Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.
In Canada, Nexus Water Group operates as Bluestem Utilities and West Shore Environmental Services. We serve over 62,000 people in 15 British Columbia and Alberta communities. Our services encompass essential water and wastewater services, as well as supplemental gas and electric utility services in some areas. Our customers include municipalities, residential and commercial real estate developments, and resort properties. Our activities are regulated by municipal bylaws.
What We Offer
- Compensation: $88,000 - $120,000 yearly salary
- Vacation and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation and 12 statutory holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits: We offer our employees extended health and dental coverage that is flexible to meet your unique needs. This can include chiropractic, massages or therapy
- Sick Hours: We offer 15 sick days that you start accruing on day 1 to ensure that you are taking care of your wellbeing without having to worry about getting paid
- RRSP Program: We believe in investing in your future. We match your RRSP contributions up to 5%.
- Grow with us: Professionally development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.
Overview
The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a skilled Area Supervisor . This position is responsible supervising all aspects of operations for the multi-utility services within their assigned operations area. They oversee, coordinate and perform maintenance activities using Lucity, as well as monitoring and enhancing system performances of the various utility operations within the area portfolio. With the support of Operators who report directly to this position, the Area Supervisor aims to maximize the availability, reliability and compliance of all the utilities in their jurisdiction, while also ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence within their operational area.
Work Location and Schedule
This position is located in Kamloops, BC. Some travel required, including visits to working plants and construction sites.
What You'll Do
- Supervises, maintains, monitors, adjusts, and controls the process flow of Multi-Utility systems in their area portfolio, to ensure safe and efficient operation and compliance with internal safety requirements, contractual obligations, external policies, codes, regulations, and laws.
- Monitors and evaluates multi utility system performances against safety, environmental, efficiency and availability objectives. Determines operational performance baselines and performs investigations or corrective actions where necessary to optimize performance.
- Ensures the completion of preventative, corrective and predictive maintenance by assigning, supervising, and participating in the associated activities using the Lucity computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Directs and supervises staff, participating in recruitment, selection, orientation, training and evaluation of employees; maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment; developing personal growth opportunities
- Leads and supports the development of safety documentation such as OERPs, SJP, SWPs, ERP and SOPs
- Performs Site Hazard Assessments, Job Hazard Assessments, Field Level Hazard Assessments and site inspections.
- Regularly monitors all equipment and multi utility systems in their service area on site, and via the VT SCADA and or Apogee systems to ensure equipment, plant and systems are operating correctly
- Oversees and participates in preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance activities performed by Corix operators and external contractors and oversee use of CMMS system.
- Identifies and reports performance issues and take corrective action to prevent injuries, financial loss, reduction in utility availability/reliability and system failure.
- Oversees and participates in emergency first response as required.
- Assists with P&L budget management, forecasting and inventory control
What You'll Bring
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience of district energy and or water, wastewater and utility operations.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role.
Education, Certification and Licenses
Valid driver’s license; must be able to provide driver's abstract.
Nice to Have
- EOCP Water Operator 3, and or Wastewater Operator 3 would be an asset
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Confined Space Awareness
- First Aid Level I
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to provide advice to staff to resolve issues and problem situations.
- Ability to supervise and direct the work of a support or technical work unit.
Our Company
We are is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
If you possess these skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply online in confidence at www.nexuswatergroup.com
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