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SCADA Specialist

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.

 

If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team!

 

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

 

Posting ID: 4951
Department: Public Works
Division: Water & Wastewater Treatment
Pay Range: $87,515 - $109,410
Job Type: Permanent
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: February 10, 2026
Application Deadline: February 23, 2026 

 

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months.  

 

If you’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Halton Region but don’t meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply! This position may be eligible for an underfill opportunity for candidates who do not meet every qualification. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team! 

 

Job Summary

This position works as part of a team of SCADA specialists to provide a full range of support services for all aspects of the SCADA systems in the Region’s water and wastewater facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and software, mainly SLC 5/05s, CompactLogix and ControlLogix and applicable software.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct Wonderware’s InTouch, I/O Servers and Historian Client software. 
  • Provide first level troubleshooting and diagnosis of Ethernet networks in the Water and Wastewater facilities.
  • Direct and manage external SCADA contractors work to ensure work is cost effective, and completed in a timely manner. 
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct Allen-Bradley PanelViews and Allen-Bradley RSView PanelBuilder software (all versions).
  • Provide input for improvement to the Region’s SCADA standards.
  • Ensure compliance with the Region’s SCADA standards on Capital Projects through reviews of narratives, engineering drawings, contract specifications PLC and HMI code and attending factory and site acceptance testing and other start-up and commissioning activities.
  • Manage work orders in a SAP Plant Maintenance module environment.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering or an Engineering Technologist diploma.
  • Five (5) years progressive experience in programming Visual Studio .NET, Microsoft SQL Server in a PLC/ SCADA System environment.
  • Five (5) years progressive experience programming Allen-Bradley PLCs (all versions), programming Wonderware’s InTouch, Historian, Historian Client, SQL Server and I/O Servers; experience using PanelBuilder32 and FactoryTalk View Studio Machine Edition (all versions) and Windows 7, 10 and Windows Server operating systems.
  • Experience working with Ethernet networks.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills, along with the ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to read, interpret and develop process control narratives from process and instrumentation drawings, electrical control schematics and instrumentation loop drawings.

 

Preferred

  • Knowledge of related legislation and acts pertinent to the Water and Wastewater industry such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Water Regulation Act, Safe Drinking Water Act is required. Experience working in a municipal water and wastewater environment.
  • Experience working with Wonderware’s System Platform, Terminal Services, thin clients and Rockwell’s ThinManager software platform for distribution of InTouch applications.
  • Experience working with Rockwell’s FactoryTalk AssetCentre.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

  • Required to serve on stand-by on a rotational basis, and respond to after hour callouts.
  • Daily travel within Halton Region is required. Must supply own transportation.

 

Employment Condition

  • Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment.
  • The incumbent 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 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of 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. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

 

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