Supervisor, Distribution Operations

UTS Consultants, a part of Oakville Enterprises Corporation (OEC), has a reputation built on providing comprehensive engineering solutions. Our philosophy is to engineer it once. Our quality workmanship ensures projects are completed on time and on budget.

Successful UTS employees:

Are customer-centric – they understand and embrace the role of delivering exemplary service

Lead – they lead by example through their actions and attitudes

Innovate – they look for opportunities to improve, do things differently, and add value for our customers and business

Commit to Excellence – in all that they do

SUPERVISOR, DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS (OAKVILLE HYDRO)

Focus

The Supervisor, Distribution Operations, is accountable for the powerline crews and external contractors working on OH’s distribution system. The main focus of this position is to plan and schedule the day-to-day activities of the powerline crews in a safe and efficient manner.

Accountabilities:

Provide day‑to‑day leadership to a team of technicians, with responsibility for goal setting, training and development, coaching, and performance management

Provide safety leadership and be accountable for the health and safety of employees by ensuring work is completed safely and in compliance with all applicable legislation, rules, and policies, and by actively promoting a strong safety culture through training, investigations, corrective action, safety observations, meetings, and recognition of positive safety performance

Plan, organize, schedule, assign, and supervise employee and contractor activities engaged in the construction, installation, repair and maintenance of the overhead and underground electrical distribution system

Collaborate with the Engineering and Construction department for project planning, management, design, and material requirements

Ensure that materials, equipment, and vehicles are available, appropriately maintained, and properly used at all times

Participate in setting yearly capital and operating budgets

Other duties assigned by manager

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum of two years’ experience in the industry or equivalent related utility experience

Minimum of three years of demonstrated supervisory experience

Graduate of a related technical program, CET, P.Eng and/or equivalent work experience

Valid Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence and a good driving record

Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA) Trades Training Program - Powerline Technician is an asset

Journeyperson Powerline Technician status is an asset

Ability to understand and read substation and grid maps

Well versed in the IHSA Safe Work practices guide and Electrical Utility Safety Rules

Demonstrated proficiency in a Windows environment and associated software applications

Ability to work all shifts including weekends, as required

Scope:

Reports to: Program Director, Engineering & Energy Transition

Direct Reports: Lead Powerline Technicians and Powerline Technicians

Other Success Factors:

Brand ambassador – enable, engage, encourage, and exemplify the brand behaviours Lead, Innovate, and Commit to Excellence

Stay a step ahead – is in-tune with key industry knowledge, best practices, and disruptors

Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)

Is a creative thinker with strong planning, organization, and execution skills

Is agile, responsive, and displays a sense of urgency

Demonstrate flexibility and projects a positive and professional demeanor

Leverage technology to advance process optimization

Display a keen attention to detail and can prioritize accordingly in a demanding and fast-paced environment

Is forward thinking with a proactive mindset

Embrace a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Is a fast learner who can adapt to an ever-changing environment

Excellent interpersonal skills that build relationships with both internal and external clients

Is self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or asa part of a team

Job Location: In-person/on-site at Oakville Hydro (OH), 5 days per week. Office is located at 861 Redwood Square, Oakville, ON.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, UTS Consultants Inc. will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform, People & Culture of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

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