MRS Risk and Control Lead - NERC

T-Net British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance consultancy in Metro Vancouver is seeking an MRS Risk and Control Lead to ensure adherence to NERC standards. The role involves conducting risk assessments, leading compliance initiatives, and collaborating with project teams. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in the electric utility sector and hold a relevant degree. This is a two-year contract position, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the electric utility industry.
• Experience designing and implementing risk programs and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments of compliance to MRS.
• Lead the development of internal controls with compliance teams.
• Implement compliance initiatives and training.

Skills

Risk assessments

Compliance monitoring

Collaboration

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Additional assurance certifications

Job description

Job Title: MRS Risk and Control Lead - NERC

Job Description:

One of TEEMA clients' key business priorities is to ensure compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Mandatory Reliability Standards (MRS). The approximately 120 adopted Standards cover topics such as real-time operations, long-term transmission system planning, protection system maintenance programs, and critical infrastructure protection.

This role is focused on compliance to the Operations and Planning (O&P) Standards, by conducting effective assessments of risk, evaluating and developing associated internal controls, and working with business unit compliance teams to implement the internal controls.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Conduct risk assessments of compliance to MRS, particularly O&P standards.
• Assess existing internal controls at the MRS requirement level and co-create improved internal controls with business group compliance teams.
• Lead project and business group compliance team resources to develop and implement MRS internal controls at the requirement level and any process, procedure, policy, and program changes required.
• Work with the project team to automate internal controls with workflows in the compliance management system where feasible.
• Work with the project team and internal stakeholders for the successful implementation and sustainment of compliance with MRS, including coaching and assisting with training material development.
• Identify MRS-related improvements including governance, compliance monitoring processes/procedures and assisting with implementation plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or other relevant fields, or equivalent experience related to risk/controls/audit and assurance activities.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the electric utility industry and/or equivalent industry.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience as this role requires a broad depth of O&P MRS and project leadership experience.
• Demonstrated and proven senior level experience, ability and knowledge in designing, evaluating and implementing risk programs and internal controls project leadership roles.
• Preference will be given to candidates with NERC/MRS Programs in Canada and/or the US.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills at all levels within the organization.
• Excellent relationship management, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Effective presentation skills, including the ability to convey complex technical issues to diverse audiences.
• Additional assurance certifications will be beneficial, such as Certified Internal Auditor or equivalent certifications.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered for a lower-level role.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

TEEMA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

This is an initial two (2) year contract that may extend beyond that duration based on performance and workload.