Description
Utilities managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of utility companies or services of heating fuel distribution companies. The services provided include treatment of water and waste, distribution of water, electricity, natural gas and heating oil to residential, commercial and industrial consumers, waste disposal and waste recycling. They are employed in public and private sector utilities and in heating fuel distribution companies.
Job Titles
- Irrigation district manager
- Water department director
- Waterworks director
- Waterworks manager
Main Duties
- Manage water filtration, purification processes and pumping operations, schedule and oversee the maintenance of plant equipment and prepare reports on water supply and water quality.
Workplaces
- Private and public sector utilities
Skills
- Management of Financial Resources
- Management of Material Resources
- Time Management
- Coordinating
- Decision Making
Abilities
- Fluency of Ideas
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Memorizing
- Numerical Ability
- Pattern Identification
Personal Attributes
- Leadership
- Service Orientation
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
Similar Occupations
- Senior managers – construction, transportation, production and utilities (00015)
- Facility operation and maintenance managers (70012)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Canada | $38.46 | $57.69 | $85.10 |
Training
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