Operations Department
General Foreperson
Reporting to the Manager - Operations, the General Foreperson administers and manages the maintenance and capital projects in the Operations Department of Brantford Power Inc. The incumbent maintains records in the field within the Overhead and Underground Line Division both manually and in a computerized format and schedules work in order of priority or time line whether it is unexpected or planned in advance. The General Foreperson ensures a high standard of customer satisfaction and that tasks are completed safely and within budget.
Applicants require a valid Provincial Certificate of Qualification as a Journeyman/Powerline Technician or equivalent in order to be considered. Applicants require a valid DZ drivers license and a current UWPC certification in order to be considered. Previous supervisory experience, within an electrical utility environment would be an asset. Knowledge of the specifications and safe work practices in the E.U.S.A. Rule Book and the Occupational Health & Safety Act is absolutely necessary. Candidates should have demonstrable experience in substations, switchgear and underground cable and transformer installations at voltages up to 27.6 kV, and be fully familiar with overhead and underground work up to 27.6 KV. If the successful candidate does not already possess an Ontario Master Electrician License, Brantford Power will support the successful applicant in obtaining their Master Electrician License within 12 months of appointment to this position. Strong management; communication, planning skills and computer experience are essential for success in the position. Applicants may be required to undergo skills assessment testing.
SALARY RANGE: $85,978 to $105,084 per annum (based on a 35 hour work week) plus benefits
Qualified candidates are invited to send a detailed resume and cover letter by THURSDAY OCTOBER 15, 2015 at 4:30 p.m., to the attention of:
Human Resources Representative
Human Resources Department
Corporation of The City of Brantford
P. O. Box 818, 1 Market Square, Lower Level
Brantford, ON N3T 5R7
Fax: (519)752-5719
E-Mail: resumes@brantford.ca
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Information gathered relative to this position will only be used for candidate selection.
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
September 24, 2015
