Bob Turnbull (Robert)

Senior Training Specialist

Bob has over 35 years of experience in the water and wastewater industry. He has worked in all parts of the distribution system, having considerable experience with wastewater collection systems. Bob's areas of specialization include water distribution systems, municipal operations, and maintenance. He has delivered classroom and hands-on training courses to operators all across Ontario.

Licenses:
  • Water Distribution & Supply Class 3
  • Water Treatment Class 3
  • Wastewater Collection Class 2

    • Dennis Buckley

    Senior Training Specialist

    Dennis has over 20 years of experience in the water and wastewater industry and a diploma in Environmental Technology from Fleming College. Having worked throughout his career as a Water/Wastewater Plant Operator for different municipalities, he brings considerable hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintenance. He is knowledgeable and considered a “jack of all trades” after being exposed to many situations throughout his professional career with little information and being tasked with fixing or identifying the problem and a fix.

    He also has experience training new plant operators and summer students as well as experience tutoring in various topics such as AutoCAD, Arc View, Math, Statistics, Chemistry, and Natural Resources Law.

    Licenses:
  • Wastewater Treatment Class 4
  • Wastewater Collection Class 4
  • Water Distribution & Supply Class 4
  • Water Treatment Class 3
  • Water Quality Analyst
  • Water Meter Installer License

    • Kenneth MacDonnell

    Senior Training Specialist

    Mr. Ken MacDonnell, P.Eng., 25 years of experience in municipal engineering, water and wastewater operations, and technical training. He has led large-scale water treatment and public works projects, managed operational teams, and ensured regulatory compliance as Chief Water Operator and Supervisor for the City of Timmins. At Fleming College and the Ontario Clean Water Agency, he developed and delivered technical and soft skills training in water systems, health and safety, and leadership, supporting workforce readiness and industry certification. Mr. MacDonnell is recognized for his expertise in curriculum development, project management, and fostering a strong safety culture, with extensive involvement in industry committees, technical writing, and public presentations.

    Licenses:
  • Water Treatment Class 4
  • Water Distribution & Supply Class 3
  • Wastewater Collection Operators Class 2


    • Certificates: Trainer (Train the Trainer Course completion) Member of the Health and Safety Committee and Confined Space Certified Member of AWWA/OWWA

    Ian Smith

    Advisor and Senior Training Specialist

    Visit the Training Advisory Board page for full details of Ian's credentials:

    Licenses:
  • Wastewater Treatment Class 4
  • Wastewater Collection Class 4