Director, Nuclear Business & Governance

SaskPower; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Canada is seeking a Director of Nuclear Business & Governance. This role will involve strategic leadership across governance, organizational structuring, and external relations, requiring at least ten years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will manage resources effectively, engage with stakeholders, and foster a culture of safety and collaboration. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of nuclear development in Saskatchewan, contributing to both corporate goals and community values.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits packages

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ten years of progressive experience in governance and corporate planning.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills for executive-level interactions.
• Strong understanding of Canadian nuclear industry and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for governance and business planning.
• Manage departmental resources and promote innovation.
• Represent SaskPower in external relations and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Governance experience

Leadership

Strategic planning

Exceptional communication

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related

Professional designation in governance

Job description

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We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 02/12/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.

The role will be required to successfully pass Site Access Security Clearance (CSIS Level 1).

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, Nuclear Business & Governance is accountable to provide strategic leadership and direction across governance, organizational, functional and financial structuring, stakeholder engagement, and external relations. As a member of SaskPower’s Senior Management team, this position is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and control the division’s business, governance, and strategic readiness activities to ensure alignment with SaskPower’s corporate goals.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Allocate material, human, and financial resources in order to implement corporate policies and programs, including the establishment of financial and administrative controls for governance, business planning, stakeholder relations, and communications functions.
• Conduct and participate in strategic planning sessions independently or in conjunction with senior leadership in order to set measurable targets for governance, organizational design, business readiness, and external engagement.
• Proactively anticipate, resolve, and prevent divisional issues related to governance, organizational transitions, stakeholder and rightsholder engagement, financial structuring, and government expectations using creative and practical solutions.
• Manage departmental resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for governance, communications, business systems, and strategic, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Deliver presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors, Government committees, Indigenous Nations, industry partners, and/or financial institutions regarding governance issues, policies, strategic plans, budgets, and nuclear business initiatives.
• Oversee and manage the proactive engagement and professional development of leadership staff, including managers and senior advisors, ensuring adequate and appropriate succession planning within the Nuclear Business & Governance department.
• Promote a proud and productive environment for all employees by fostering engagement and establishing and modelling corporate values, while ensuring a nuclear safety culture that reflects accountability, collaboration, and strategic alignment.
• Represent SaskPower and the Nuclear Division as a primary Director level liaison to government, Indigenous Nations, utilities, national and international nuclear organizations, and external partners, ensuring strong relationships that support nuclear development in Saskatchewan.
• Lead the development and oversight of governance frameworks, management systems, and organizational structures.
• Ensure that divisional business planning, financial modelling, integrated management system development, and strategic communications activities are effectively coordinated and executed.
• Oversee and manage the proactive engagement and professional development of leadership staff, ensuring adequate and appropriate succession planning
• Promote a proud and productive environment for all employees by fostering engagement and establishing and modelling corporate core values
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences or Humanities, or other related discipline AND/OR;
• Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR;
• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in governance, strategy, government relations, corporate planning, capital planning, or major transitions within a large organization, government, or utility setting.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills; proven ability to prepare high quality briefing materials for Executive, Board, and government audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in organizational design, strategic planning, major project finance, management systems, and Board level governance.
• Strong understanding of the Canadian nuclear industry context and regulatory environment, including governance and reporting expectations.
• Ability to build effective relationships and negotiate with senior officials, Indigenous Nations, partners, and regulators using diplomacy and political acuity.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage confidential and sensitive issues with professionalism.
• Ability to lead change and foster a high performance, values based culture.
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies.
• Must have a continuing record of professional development.

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act .

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

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