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Current Opportunities

Current positions are listed below. Content is provided by the employer or search firm, and presented as received by CDA. CDA accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information provided. Inquiries should be directed to the employer or search firm.

To post an available position, please contact the CDA Executive Director, executive.director@cda.ca.

Employers: Reach a targeted market of prospective new employees in a fast and affordable way. Your post will remain displayed until the close of the competition. The cost of posting a job is $250 plus applicable taxes; free to CDA Sustaining members, and half-price for Corporate Members.




CompanyManitoba Hydro
Position TitleControls & Automation Engineer
Location:  Winnipeg, MB
Salary: $47.32-$65.33 Hourly, $90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually


Great Benefits

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We are seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to work in the Maintenance & Operations Support Department. Under the direction of the MOES Controls & Automation Section Head, will be responsible for the operational and maintenance engineering support of controls & automation systems primarily within Operations' southern generating stations. This is a 24 month term position with full time hours.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical support for the maintenance and operations of controls & automation systems for generators and related auxiliary equipment in Generation Operations facilities. Specifically:

Qualifications:

Starting Salary
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $47.32-$65.33 Hourly,
$90,677.86-$125,192.08 Annually.

Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply onlineView the ad here.
The deadline for applications is April 14, 2025.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.




CompanyManitoba Hydro
Position TitleProtection Design Engineer
Location:  Winnipeg, MB
Salary: The range for the Professional Engineer classification is $43.44-$59.95 Hourly, $83,247.84-$114,870.60 Annually. The range for the Engineer-in-Training classification is $32.51-$45.74 Hourly, $62,293.92-$87,654.58 Annually.


Great Benefits

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We are seeking a Protection Design Engineer to work in the Station Design Department. Under the general direction of the Senior
Protection Design Engineer, responsible for the design and procurement of protection systems for Manitoba Hydro transmission,
distribution, and HVDC converter stations.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical support for the maintenance and operations of controls & automation systems for generators and related auxiliary equipment in Generation Operations facilities. Specifically:

Qualifications:

Starting Salary
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the Professional Engineer classification is
$43.44-$59.95 Hourly, $83,247.84-$114,870.60 Annually. The range for the Engineer-in-Training classification is $32.51-$45.74
Hourly, $62,293.92-$87,654.58 Annually.

Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply onlineView the ad here.
The deadline for applications is April 14, 2025.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.
 



CompanyWater Security Agency
Division: Infrastructure, Dam Safety

Position TitleSenior Professional Engineer
Location:  Regina, SK
Salary:

Are you passionate about doing meaningful work? Do you care about water as one of our most important resources? The Water Security Agency is seeking a Dam Safety Engineer to join our Infrastructure Planning team.

Reporting to the Manager, Dam Safety, an employee in this position will provide engineering services for a variety of activities directly related to Water Security Agency’s (WSA) Dam Safety Program consisting of conducting dam safety reviews, inspections, risk assessments, dam break analyses, and public safety audits. You will contribute to WSA’s emergency response plans and training as well as prepare operations, maintenance and surveillance manuals. You will support the work of engineering consultants for specialized dam safety studies and analyses. Lastly, you will provide professional engineering support to all dam infrastructure teams.

The successful candidate shall possess a degree in Civil Engineering or a similar engineering discipline, a license to practice professional engineering from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).

This role is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check.

We offer rewarding career opportunities, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package.

To learn more about the work we do, visit wsask.ca

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, quoting the competition number WSA-80-2024/25 and tell us where you found this posting, and a detailed resume by 5:00pm on April 3, 2025, to:

Human Resources
Water Security Agency
4th Floor, 111 Fairford Street East
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan S6H 7X9
Email: hr@wsask.ca (Preferred method)

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  View the ad here.

 



CompanyWater Security Agency
Division: Infrastructure, Dam Safety

Position TitleEmergency Management Coordinator
Location:  Regina, SK
Hourly Rate: $30.60 - $38.25 (Classification 7)


Are you passionate about doing meaningful work? Do you care about water as one of our most important resources? The Water Security Agency is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the Dam Safety team.

Reporting to the Manager, Dam Safety, an employee in this role will be the primary coordinator for emergency management planning directly related to the WSA’s Dam Safety program. Ensuring all Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) are prepared and tested, and internal and external stakeholders are trained in emergency management response protocols. This employee will test and maintain WSA’s mass notification system and maintain accurate records and documentation for the dam safety emergency management program.

You will perform the lead role in the administration of dam safety emergency management planning activities, which includes developing and maintaining dam safety emergency action plans (EAP’s), training and testing of EAP’s, testing and maintaining WSA’s mass notification system, maintaining accurate records and documentation.

The successful candidate shall possess a diploma in Disaster and Emergency Management or a similar technical discipline, with 2 years previous experience in a similar role.

If you have specific questions regarding this position, feel free to reach out to hr@wsask.ca and the recruitment team would be happy to discuss the opportunity further.

This role is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check. We offer rewarding career opportunities, competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more about the work we do visit wsask.ca.

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, quoting the competition number WSA-83-2024/25 and a detailed resume, and tell us where you found this posting, and a detailed resume by 5:00pm on March 26, 2025, to:

Human Resources
Water Security Agency
4th Floor, 111 Fairford Street East
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan S6H 7X9
Email: hr@wsask.ca (Preferred method)

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  View the ad here.

 


CompanyGovernment of Alberta
Ministry 
Agriculture and Irrigation
Position TitleSenior Dam Safety Technologist 
Position Status:  Full Time Permanent
Location:  Edmonton, AB
Salary
$2,694.27 to $3,537.86 bi-weekly ($70,320 to $92,338 /year)


Role:
As a member of the Dam Safety Team, the Senior Dam Safety Technologist contributes to the delivery and stewardship of the Alberta Dam and Canal Safety Regulatory Program through effective implementation of the Dam and Canal Safety Regulatory Framework. The position also provides technical support to implement the Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation (AGI) Dam Safety Management Program for Department owned water management infrastructure.

Reporting to the Senior Dam Safety Engineer, the position is responsible for:

Requirements:

*Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.

Equivalencies: Equivalencies may be considered - directly related education or experience on the basis of:

Please follow the Link for more details on the position and to apply:  https://jobpostings.alberta.ca/job-invite/66127/.  The deadline for applications is February 10, 2025.

 


Executive Director (Part-Time)

Provide staff leadership in a flexible environment at an energetic professional association!

The Canadian Dam Association (CDA) www.cda.ca is seeking a part-time Executive Director to contribute to fulfilling the CDA’s mission and vision. The Executive Director is the chief staff officer for the CDA and is the primary point of contact for the volunteer Board of Directors and Executive Committee. This individual will be expected to provide some services directly to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, and to coordinate the work of other contract staff, subject matter specialists, outside service providers and contractors, and volunteers.

This role will be of greatest interest to individuals with significant association management experience who are ready to lead an organization and want flexibility in their day-to-day work situation; or to companies providing staff leadership services to several clients.

Overview of the CDA 
The Canadian Dam Association is a group of owners, operators, regulators, consultants and suppliers interested in dams and reservoirs. CDA generates and disseminates technical knowledge on dams and provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and experience in the field of dam safety, public safety and protection of the environment.

More information on the Association is available at www.cda.ca.

Overview of the Position
The primary responsibilities of the Executive Director are governance and external relations. The Executive Director also oversees all other service providers who provide operational functions:

The specific services (position description) are included in the Request for Proposals, available here.

Overview of Contract Terms

The CDA is currently looking to fill several support positions, including this one.

Applications / Proposals Process
The CDA Contact for information on applications and proposals is: 
Don Butcher, MBA, CAE
Interim Executive Director
dbutcher@associationperformance.ca

Applications and proposals are to be submitted to careers@cda.ca. Please supply a proposal in accordance with the Request for Proposals.

NB: Individuals who are unfamiliar with and/or have questions related to a Request for Proposals process are invited to reach out to the CDA Contact for advice on navigating the process.

Question Period Related to the RFP
Specific questions related to the RFP must be submitted via https://forms.office.com/r/yaGEVzJ91t only. 

Closing Date
Proposals / applications must be received by January 17, 2025


Operations & Finance Manager (Part-Time)

Provide high-level operations support in a flexible environment at an energetic professional association!

The Canadian Dam Association (CDA) www.cda.ca is seeking a part-time Operations & Finance Manager (OFM) to contribute to fulfilling the CDA’s mission and vision. The OFM will manage day-to-day operations of CDA; serve as Chief Financial Officer and oversee accounting and bookkeeping services; maintain and update policies, procedures and business systems for successful operations; and prepare the Annual Plan (activities and budget).

This role will be of greatest interest to individuals with significant operations experience in either the for-profit or not-for-profit sector who want flexibility in their day-to-day work situation; or to companies providing operational expertise to several clients.

Overview of the CDA 
The Canadian Dam Association is a group of owners, operators, regulators, consultants and suppliers interested in dams and reservoirs. CDA generates and disseminates technical knowledge on dams and provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and experience in the field of dam safety, public safety and protection of the environment.

More information on the Association is available at www.cda.ca.

Overview of the Position
The primary responsibility of the Operations & Finance Manager is to manage the day-to-day operations. This primarily consists of ensuring business systems, contracts, policies and procedures are in place and adhered to; information technology including the Association Management System meets the association’s needs; and the Annual Plan and budget is created, approved and followed. The Operation & Finance Manage serves as the association’s Chief Financial Officer. 

The specific services (position description) are included in the Request for Proposals, available here.

Overview of Contract Terms

The CDA is currently looking to fill several support positions, including this one.

Applications / Proposals Process
The CDA Contact for information on applications and proposals is: 
Don Butcher, MBA, CAE
Interim Executive Director
dbutcher@associationperformance.ca

Applications and proposals are to be submitted to careers@cda.ca. Please supply a proposal in accordance with the Request for Proposals.

NB: Individuals who are unfamiliar with and/or have questions related to a Request for Proposals process are invited to reach out to the CDA Contact for advice on navigating the process.

Question Period Related to the RFP
Specific questions related to the RFP must be submitted via https://forms.office.com/r/1gv5cr5Ymu only. 
•    All questions must be received on or before January 10, 2025.
•    Answers will be provided to all potential applicants and proponents by January 13, 2025.

Closing Date
Submissions must be received by January 17, 2025
 


Member and Communications Program Manager (Part-Time)

Apply your marketing and communications skills in a flexible environment at an energetic professional association!

The Canadian Dam Association (CDA) www.cda.ca is seeking a part-time Member and Communications Program Manager (MCPM) to contribute to fulfilling the CDA’s mission and vision. The MCPM will be responsible for delivering communications, and managing membership recruitment, retention and services including the Association Management System (membership database and website). The MCPM reports to the Executive Director and will be working with a team of contracted staff.

This role will be of greatest interest to individuals with membership services and communications experience who want flexibility in their day-to-day work situation; or to companies providing membership and communications services to several clients.

This is a bilingual (English-French) position.

Overview of the CDA 
The Canadian Dam Association is a group of owners, operators, regulators, consultants and suppliers interested in dams and reservoirs. CDA generates and disseminates technical knowledge on dams and provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and experience in the field of dam safety, public safety and protection of the environment.

More information on the Association is available at www.cda.ca.

Overview of the Position
The primary responsibilities of the Member and Communications Program Manager (MCPM) is to lead and implement all of the CDA’s membership and communications functions:

The specific services (position description) are included in the Request for Proposals, available here.

Overview of Contract Terms

The CDA is currently looking to fill several support positions, including this one.

Please review the Request for Proposals before preparing your application or proposal.

Applications / Proposals Process
The CDA Contact for information on applications and proposals is: 
Don Butcher, MBA, CAE
Interim Executive Director
dbutcher@associationperformance.ca

Applications and proposals are to be submitted to careers@cda.ca. Please supply a proposal in accordance with the Request for Proposals.

NB: Individuals who are unfamiliar with and/or have questions related to a Request for Proposals process are invited to reach out to the CDA Contact for advice on navigating the process.

Question Period Related to the RFP
Specific questions related to the RFP must be submitted via https://forms.office.com/r/0dNKvpZG8h only.

Closing Date
Proposals / applications must be received by January 17, 2025
 



 

Quality Lead (Part-Time)

Be a resource for the development and sharing of technical knowledge within the Canadian dam industry.

The Canadian Dam Association (CDA) www.cda.ca is seeking a part-time Quality Lead to support the development of technical guidance by: providing direction to CDA technical committees and working groups; providing quality control of guidance documents and professional development activities; and advising and encouraging technical committees to disseminate their knowledge products through professional development activities.

The Quality Lead will be required to have a high level of understanding and awareness of current technical knowledge and state-of-practice of dam safety in Canada and ideally internationally, usually achieved through a significant career in the sector or academia.

Overview of the CDA 
The Canadian Dam Association is a group of owners, operators, regulators, consultants and suppliers interested in dams and reservoirs. CDA generates and disseminates technical knowledge on dams and provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and experience in the field of dam safety, public safety and protection of the environment.

More information on the Association is available at www.cda.ca.

Overview of the Position
The primary responsibility of the Quality Lead is to support the development of technical guidance by CDA committees and to provide quality control of guidance documents and professional development activities by reviewing and commenting on the products.

The specific services (position description) are included in the Request for Proposals, available here.

Overview of Contract Terms

The CDA is currently looking to fill several support positions, including this one.

Proposals Process
The CDA Contact for information on proposals is: 
Don Butcher, MBA, CAE
Interim Executive Director
dbutcher@associationperformance.ca

Proposals are to be submitted to careers@cda.ca. Please supply a proposal in accordance with the Request for Proposals.

Question Period Related to the RFP
Specific questions related to the RFP must be submitted via https://forms.office.com/r/UHLFZQwwuB only. 

Closing Date
Submissions must be received by January 17, 2025
 


Education

With over 2,000 dams in Canada, and increasing emphasis on dam safety and public safety around dams, a career in dam safety and dam engineering  is a great choice.

EngineeringCareers.ca

The Engineering Institute of Canada, of which the Canadian Dam Association is a member society, runs EngineeringCareers.ca, a job search portal specifically for openings in engineering.

If looking for a job or seeking candidates for an opening, consider EngineeringCareers.ca