Water Resources Engineer

Water Resources Engineer

Full Time, Permanent

Work location:

Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3

CH Site

: Administration Office

Flexible work arrangement:

Hybrid

Vacancy Status:

Anticipated Vacancy

Posting Start Date:

April 28, 2026

Posting End Date:

May 19, 2026

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Water Resources Engineering, the Water Resources Engineer is responsible and accountable for water resources engineering input and technical review of: regulatory approvals and compliance, Official Plan Amendments, Secondary Plans, Zoning By-Law Amendments, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium, complex Site Plan and Niagara Escarpment Development Applications, Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendments, Environmental Assessments, Subwatershed Studies, and other studies and technical reports. The Water Resources Engineer will:

- Ensure services are effectively and efficiently delivered in accordance with Conservation Halton's policies and procedures

- Engage in a collaborative solutions-oriented approach to provide comprehensive expert advice for proponents, municipality, and other agencies

- Review and maintain flood hazard modelling and mapping

- Participate in the preparation of expert planning and technical teams' advice and opinions on behalf of Conservation Halton at the Ontario Lands Tribunal or other tribunals

- Undertake site inspections prior, during and post construction

- Support the development of procedures, guidelines, and corporate and inter-agency projects and studies

Your Qualifications

- Graduate from University degree program in Water Resources or Civil Engineering or related program from a recognized post-secondary institution

- Designated as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), licensed in the Province of Ontario

- 5 years relevant development review/design experience

- Experience developing, fostering, and sustaining effective and positive work relationships

- Experience in hydrology and hydraulics, with working knowledge of riverine modelling

- Experience in geomorphological, geotechnical and coastal processes and analyses

- Knowledge of principles, design, policies, and procedures related to stormwater management

- Knowledge of watershed management and planning, including the

Conservation Authorities Act

, the

Planning Act

,

Environmental Assessment Act

, and Provincial Planning Statement

- Ability to work with computer software and administrative systems in a Windows environment

Your Reward

- Salary starting at $100,324 annually based on a 35-hour work week

- Comprehensive benefits package

- Participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching

- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks

- Season pass to Glen Eden

- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise

- You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles

- You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team

- You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees

Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion

- We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

Learning and Innovation

- We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service

- We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration

- We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability

- We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

Integrity

- We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience

- We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

Please email your application to careers@hrca.on.ca by May 19, 2026

Your application should include:

1. Your resume and cover letter in one pdf document

2. Reference your name and the position title in the subject line

3. In the body of your email, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Pursuant to the

Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

, personal information provided through the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the

Conservation Authorities Act

R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1), as amended, for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment and volunteer positions with Conservation Halton. Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the

Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

.

Questions about the collection of information can be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, Office of the President & CEO, 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3, 905-336-1158 ext. 2236, admin@hrca.on.ca.