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In-person
$82,947 / year
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Experienced

Halifax Water is inviting applications for one (1) Term Full-time Water Quality Inspector (approx. 6 months) in the Environment, Health and Safety Department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW26-12E in the subject line (required) confirming their interest by 12 noon on February 2, 2026.

Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer

Responsibilities

The Water Quality Inspector will perform both routine and response water quality sampling, processing, and analysis in source water tributaries and lakes, throughout the treatment process and in the distribution system. Investigate internal and external water quality complaints and issues and recommend methods for resolution. A copy of the full job description can be found on our corporate website at www.halifaxwater.ca

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position include an Undergraduate degree in engineering sciences (or related field) with an emphasis on environmental sciences, water quality and/or municipal servicing (water, wastewater, stormwater); or a Technical Diploma with 2 years' experience in water quality, chemistry, municipal servicing or related field. Along with 3 years practical experience in water quality and quantity monitoring, sampling, research, problem solving, laboratory and field testing and analysis. One must also possess as valid Nova Scotia Driver's License. As part of the conditional offer process, candidates may be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening.

Competition Number: #HW26-12E
Company Website: http://www.halifaxwater.ca
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About Halifax Water

About Halifax Water

As Atlantic Canada's Largest Water Utility, our purpose is to supply and safeguard sustainable, high-quality water services.

Everything we do at Halifax Water is tied to our purpose. With employees who are dedicated to supplying high-quality services for water, wastewater, and stormwater, through a 'One Team One Water' attitude, we can meet the challenges of a growing population, aging infrastructure, and increasing regulatory compliance.

Halifax Water employees strive to be stewards of our environment and are fueled by a passion to serve our communities. Employee commitment and dedication of service mean a great deal to our customers, stakeholders, and to Halifax Water.

As an employee, Halifax Water is proud to offer you:

  • Pension & Benefits: We invest in our employees. As a member of our team, you will have access to a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, fitness incentives and much more. Learn more about the benefits of working at Halifax Water on our website; HalifaxWater.ca
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We continually foster a more diverse workforce representative of our communities at all job levels. We know that a diverse workforce positively contributes to our success and the success of our community.
  • Career & Professional Development: We encourage job development opportunities for all employees, including on-the-job training, tuition assistance, eLearning courses, classroom-based training, and more.

We are committed to providing a safe and hazard-free work environment. Our employees' health and well-being are a top priority, and we promote a safety-first culture to provide daily healthy, safe, sustainable, and reliable services. We take this responsibility seriously and feel immense pride in reaching beyond industry service standards.

As a public service utility operating critical infrastructure on behalf of our customers, our employees are trained in Emergency Measures Operations (EMO) and Incident Command System (ICS). This type of training allows Halifax Water to respond to all emergencies, from simple water main breaks to keeping customer water flowing (water, wastewater, and stormwater) through Hurricanes and other major natural events.

To learn more about What We Do, visit Halifax Water .

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