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Co-op Student - Plant Capital & Engineering

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

 

Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s co-op program provides a paid professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and develop the skill set you need to build a successful career. 

 

We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As a co-op at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.

 

Posting ID: 4868 
Department: Public Works 
Division: Water & Wastewater Treatment 
Pay Range: $20.61 - $23.86
Job Type: Co-op Student 
Contract Duration: Up to 12 months  
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant - 2195 North Service Road West, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy 
Posting Date: January 30, 2026
Application Deadline: February 13, 2026

 

To be eligible to apply for a co-op student position, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
  • In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school upon completion of the co-op work term(s).

 

This position will require the successful incumbent to provide proof of co-op eligibility, a transcript and tax credit form(s) from their school’s co-op department.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Technical Services, this position is responsible for providing technical and administrative support to a multidisciplinary operational support team working with Region water and wastewater treatment facility operations staff. The Technical Services team provides support to facility operations groups by providing data coordination and reporting assistance, and leading optimization initiatives such as trials, studies and capacity demonstrations. The Technical Services team also provides engineering support on capital projects, and operations lead process reviews and upgrades.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide support in procuring engineering services including preparation of Request for Quotations (RFQ), Request for Tender (RFT) and Request for Proposals (RFPs).
  • Analyze engineering drawings and retrieve data as required to perform various job functions.
  • Perform engineering calculations and reviews.
  • Prepare presentations, graphs and technical reports.
  • Analyze, interpret and effectively communicate data for reporting purposes.
  • Liaise with internal Regional Departments (including: Asset Planning, SCADA, Treatment Plant Operations and Maintenance etc.) to support delivering projects.
  • Assist in preparing meeting agendas and minutes, managing project files.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Examples of past co-op student initiatives:
    • Review, summarize and document results from a side by side instrument trial. 
    • Wastewater treatment plant stormwater management works inventory and maintenance plan development. 
    • Development of a strategy for long term granular filter media quality monitoring program. 

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

  • Currently enrolled in a Civil or Chemical Engineering program, or equivalent, at a recognized university.
  • Demonstrated computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with Microsoft Teams.
  • Strong communication skills to interact with co-workers, management, internal groups, and the public are required along with time management and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, teamwork, and listening skills.
  • Eligible to participate in a 12-month co-op term (September 2026 to August 2027).

Preferred

  • Experience in water and wastewater treatment, engineering design and project management.
  • Completion of at least two (2) full years (four (4) terms total) of an undergraduate degree.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions:

  • Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance of our employees. Where the work permits, employees will have the choice to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals. Please note, this position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program/Work from Home Arrangement.
  • Candidates should assume a minimum of three (3) days per week will be required at the base office location of Mid-Halton wastewater treatment plant. In addition, site visits to other Halton Region facilities will be required. 
  • Flexibility in working hours will be required as there may be frequent trips to operational facilities.
  • Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region, the successful candidate must have and supply their own transportation.

 

Employment Conditions:

  • The successful candidate will be required to provide a copy of their driver’s license by their first day of employment.

Important information about your application:

  •  In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
  •  Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
  •  Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
  •  We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
  •  Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
  •  If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.


Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.
 

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