Asst. Officer - Ops Tools & Fac

Hydroone; Barrie; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro One in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking an Asst. Officer - Ops Tools & Fac to support the life cycle management of IT solutions for the transmission operations business.

The role involves helping develop integrated information solutions, enhancing existing systems for reliability, and delivering estimates, planning and coordination within budget. This is a dynamic team at Hydro One, a leading electricity provider in Ontario, focused on safe, secure transmission systems.

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year university education in engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of engineering science, physics, applied mathematics and computer science.
• Ability to prepare effective reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the life cycle management of information technology solutions for the transmission operations business.
• Support the development of integrated information solutions (software/hardware/communications) as they relate to operations.
• Assist in enhancing existing information systems for reliability and maintainability.
• Identify opportunities for information solutions to improve the transmission system operation.
• Provide estimates for programs and ensure projects stay within budget.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies for secure operation and planning.
• Develop customer relationships to identify improvements and new requirements.
• Contribute to strategic plans and standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Real-time tools

Power systems analysis

Documentation

Education

Four-year university education

Tools

Power system software tools

Computer systems support

Job description

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Asst. Officer - Ops Tools & Fac

Date: Oct 26, 2026

Location: Barrie, ON, CA

Hiring salary range: $3,610.06 - $5,157.24 / Bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Job Function:

Assist in the life cycle management of information technology solutions to the core component of the transmission operations business of secure and economic operation of the transmission system.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of integrated computer based information solutions for processes related to the correct, efficient, safe and secure operation and operations planning of the Bulk Transmission and Sub-Transmission System. Assist in the analysis of customer requirements, the formation of functional specifications and the development of total information solutions (including software, hardware, or communications as they relate to individual contributors or project management).
• Assist in the evolution of existing information systems and tools related to the economic operation, security and settlement of the transmission system by assisting in implementing enhancements to provide additional functionality, improved reliability and/or maintainability and problem correction.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for information solutions that will provide benefits for operating the Bulk Transmission and Sub Transmission System. Address the total solution in terms of communications, data sources, software tools, integration with existing functions, user interfaces, algorithms, etc.
• Perform specific tasks of assigned work or project, which includes scheduling, estimating of requirements and costs, technical specifications, design development work, budget, tendering, resource requirements, etc. Provide estimates for various programs and ensure work or projects remain within budgeted amounts.
• Assist in the evaluation and enhancements of new products/services. Maintain a current knowledge of emerging technologies to ascertain their suitability for use in the secure operation and operations planning of the transmission system.
• Develop a close customer relationship to contribute to the identification of potential improvements to existing systems and to identify new information system requirements.
• Assist in the development of strategic plans and standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Selection Criteria:

• Requires experience with specialized real-time and off-line computer tools required for operating the power transmission system.
• Requires experience related to the fields of
  • (a) computer tool required for secure operation of bulk transmission system,
  • (b) supporting computer system required for transmission network control.
• Requires experience in the areas of
  • (1) design concepts as they relate to the functions and characteristics of power system components.
  • (2) analytical studies and the application of computer techniques to solve power system problems
  • (3) familiarity with power system operation, practices and procedures.
  • (4) computer architecture and computer system support.
• Requires a period of over 4 years and up to and including 6 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.

Education:

• Requires a knowledge of engineering science, physics, applied mathematics and computer science to carry out technical, economic or analytical studies related to the management and control of the bulk transmission system.
• Requires a knowledge of technical writing to prepare effective reports and documentation.
• This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired through the successful completion of a four-year university education in the appropriate discipline, or by having the equivalent level of education.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.

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"Employer of the year 2026"

Deadline: November 9, 2026

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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