Manager, Transmission Engineering Lines

SaskPower; Regina; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manager, Transmission Engineering Lines at SaskPower provides leadership to results-driven teams and directs work to align staff development and performance with corporate goals.

This role involves policy development, staff planning, succession planning and delivering presentations to executives and government committees, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Engineering credentials (P.Eng or equivalent) and substantial lines design experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Industrial, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• P.Eng designation and/or seven years of related lines design experience.
• Strong leadership and ability to develop staff and influence performance.
• A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Responsibilities

• Participate in development, implementation and management of departmental and corporate policies and programs, including financial and administrative controls.
• Assist staff with career planning and succession planning.
• Conduct planning sessions with senior management to align work objectives with strategies.
• Promote engagement and model corporate core values.
• Anticipate, resolve and prevent issues with innovative solutions.
• Deliver presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors and government committees regarding policies, programs and budgets.
• Manage resources by identifying efficiencies and best practices; focus on safety, continuous improvement.
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Influencing

Teamwork

Staff development

Education

Engineering degree

P.Eng designation

Job description

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!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager, Transmission Engineering Lines is accountable to provide leadership and direction to results driven team(s) or function(s). As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to maximize the development, performance and engagement of staff, including directing work and providing regular performance feedback to ensure alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Participate in the development, implementation and management of departmental and corporate policies and programs, including the implementation and administration of financial and administrative controls
• Assist assigned staff with career planning, ensuring effective and appropriate succession planning
• Conduct and participate in planning sessions with senior management and assigned staff in order to align work objectives with departmental and corporate strategies
• Promote a proud and productive environment for all employees by fostering engagement and establishing and modelling corporate core values
• Proactively anticipate, resolve and prevent issues utilizing innovative and practical solutions
• Assist in the development and delivery of presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors and/or other Government committees regarding policies, programs and/or budgets
• Manage resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for the area of responsibility; focusing on industry best practices and continuous improvement
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Degree in Electrical, Industrial, Civil or Mechanical Engineering AND/OR;
• Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng) AND/OR;
• Seven (7) years of related experience in lines design
• Strong team leader and member with the ability to select and develop staff and influence the performance of others
• Ability to impact and influence employee engagement and development, while focusing on teamwork and holding people accountable
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to influence and manage complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• 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.

Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.

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