Job Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.


As a Waste Management Engineer, you will oversee the ongoing contract management for the Calgary Composting Facility, ensuring that the City's interests are met, both environmentally and financially, throughout the operation of the facility. You will provide in-house subject matter expertise in composting, anaerobic digestion and organics program delivery. Primary duties include:

Assist with monitoring the operational and financial aspects of the Calgary Composting Facility Project Agreement during the Operations, Maintenance and Rehabilitation (OMR) period. Support the review of daily activities of the facility operator, including odour management, equipment monitoring, building maintenance, facility wait times, feedstock contamination, and residuals. Assist in verifying that the facility operator complies with the Shepard Waste Management Facility operating approval and other applicable legislation. Support monitoring and assessment of contractor performance and help address issues as they arise. Provide technical assistance in coordinating and tracking operational activities and contribute to the development of annual plans and budgets. Collaborate with colleagues, contractors, City business units, and other interested parties to support resolution of issues related to the operation of the Calgary Composting Facility. Contribute to building relationships with internal and external technical experts and operations staff to encourage adoption of new technologies, tools, and innovations.

Qualifications

A degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering or a related Engineering field and at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work. Click here for more details. A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current charges or suspension pending is required. Experience supporting or managing large complex projects and contracts is required. Strong technical knowledge of organics processing systems including composting and/or anaerobic digestion is essential, along with demonstrated knowledge and experience with municipal, provincial, and federal legislations related to waste management. The successful candidate will possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships and partnerships. Success in this position requires strong collaboration skills, the ability to work effectively within a team, and the capacity to support change initiatives. You must be able to communicate technical, operational, and business information clearly to various audiences and demonstrate political acumen, customer service focus, critical thinking, problem solving, and solid project coordination skills.

Working Conditions:

Office environment with field visits and site inspections as required.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Waste and Recycling Services

Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 24 months)
Location: Various

Compensation: Level P3E $113,200 - 141,500 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: September 15, 2025

Job ID #: 312511