Careers in Water and Wastewater
A career in water and wastewater offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
Peel Region water and wastewater professionals draw on environmental stewardship and innovation to deliver safe drinking water and reliable wastewater services that protect public health, preserve natural resources, and support a growing population.
Water and wastewater careers offer diverse opportunities for project managers, engineers, planners, specialists, technicians, technical analysts, and operators. Many roles combine hands-on field experience with office-based responsibilities.
Learn more about career specializations in water and wastewater at Peel Region.
Leading through innovation
At Peel Region, a career in water and wastewater means working on projects that shape the future of our communities.
From record-breaking micro-tunnelling to major reservoir upgrades, our teams are delivering innovative solutions that provide safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services for a growing region.
Whether it’s installing infrastructure deep underground to minimize community disruption, completing complex tunnelling operations, or supporting landmark projects, Peel Region employees are at the forefront of building sustainable systems that protect public health and the environment.
Watch us in action
The following Peel Region water and wastewater projects showcase the cutting-edge engineering, technology, and collaboration that drive our work:
- Record-breaking micro-tunnelling on the Gore Road in Brampton
- Major watermain installation on Dixie Road in Brampton
- The moment the tunnel boring machine completes its underground journey and the new watermain reaches the exit point.
- Water tower demolition in Snelgrove
Qualifications and skills
Qualifications vary depending on the role. However, many positions in water and wastewater share common skills and knowledge requirements, including:
- Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems and relevant legislation.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Innovation and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to health and safety.
Your rewarding career starts here
Peel Region offers and supports:
- A healthy workplace.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Work-life balance.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace.
