Distribution Operations Supervisor | InnPower

Distribution Operations Supervisor

Join us at InnPower as a Distribution Operations Supervisor!

About Us

Located at 7251 Yonge Street in Innisfil, InnPower is one of the fastest growing electrical utilities in Ontario, servicing the Town of Innisfil and South Barrie. We serve our community as the local hydro utility – looking after the distribution (“wires”) business – with approximately 24,000 customers, and a service territory of 292 square kilometers.

We’ve created an inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to share new ideas and opinions, and have their voices heard!

Our Mission: To deliver the energy our communities depend on to grow and prosper, with a commitment to safety and reliability, and a passion for value-added services to our customers, employees, and shareholder.

Our Vision: To be one of Canada’s most innovative utilities, committed to boldly leading change, to create maximum value for our stakeholders.

Our Values: 

• Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Stewardship
• Innovation & Sustainability
• Fiscal Prudence
• Fostering a Collaborative, Supportive & Respectful Culture
• Community Leadership & Presence

Why work for InnPower?

• We offer an excellent benefits package and pension program!
• We’re a growing utility – come join the excitement and shape the future of the company!

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will be responsible for the supervision of the field operations of the electrical distribution system, which includes but is not limited to construction, maintenance, service, and project management and coordination.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to: 

• Provide leadership and efficient and effective supervision of operations personnel, contractors, and expenses that impact the Corporation including but not limited to the following: Project Supervision, Emergency Response, Subdivisions, Repairs and Restoration of Service, Overall System Reliability and Maintenance.
• Perform Supervisor duties related to occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that are applicable to the Construction and Maintenance of the distribution system.
• Ensure compliance with all Company and applicable regulatory rules, regulations, and policies.
• Facilitate the development of efficient, organized, and productive operational work plans (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) that allocate resources effectively to achieve the desired objectives in a timely manner.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the Corporation’s electrical distribution system.
• Approve and issue all operational maps, switch orders (OTOs), utility work protection code (UWPC) and other operational documents and orders to ensure safety and reliability of workers and equipment, including acting as an active Controlling Authority agent.
• Responsible for performance coaching/appraisals and the recruitment, development, training, engagement and retention of team members to adequately staff the required work, including after hours.
• Foster positive employee relations through meetings, events, handling complaints, and employee recognition.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees at all levels of the Corporation, external contacts and the public.
• Develop and maintain safe work practices, standards, policies and procedures involving distribution operations.
• Responsible for organizing and leading regular safety meetings involving the field staff.
• Assist with ensuring all work orders are completed and the relevant paperwork filled correctly while meeting the demands of our customers and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparation of cost estimates and capital improvement requisitions for projects.
• Assist in vegetation management by inspecting sites and planning follow up work for line crew and tree contractors.
• Assist with processing of necessary paperwork for recoverable and non-recoverable jobs (i.e. invoices, police reports, photos, documentation, as-built drawings).
• Assist with the implementation of new or innovative technologies.
• Assist with planning and coordinating all internal and contracted work and perform routine inspections to ensure work meets or exceeds all set expectations and safety requirements.
• Assist with preparing budgets and job planning.
• Assist in resolving employee disputes and customer complaints in a timely manner.
• Perform on-call supervisory duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the Powerline Trade
• Minimum of 3 years experience Supervising Powerline crews as crew leaders or supervisors.
• Excellent knowledge of electrical distribution systems and applicable construction standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that is applicable to the area of work.
• Demonstrated experience with construction materials, safe work methods and practices.
• Must be familiar with relevant trade and regulatory policies and procedures, including legal and contractual requirements.
• Working knowledge of the Supervisory & Worker Responsibilities under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (Industrial & Construction Regulations), the IHSA Electrical Utility Safety Rules (EUSR), the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC) and other relevant legislation or codes applicable to the Powerline Technician trade.
• 1 to 3 years of experience as a systems operator would be an asset;
• Operational knowledge of SCADA systems would be an asset;
• Excellent health and safety record
• Valid certification as a Powerline Technician.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant electrical utility discipline
• Valid Ontario Class DZ driver’s license and possess an excellent driving record

If you are interested in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Apply here https://innpower.bamboohr.com/careers/53

InnPower values an inclusive environment.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.  To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources at people@innpower.ca.

We thank all respondents for their interest, however only those who will be requested to attend an interview will be contacted. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.