Network Operations Manager

Execulink Telecom; Woodstock; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Execulink Telecom in Woodstock, Ontario, seeks a Network Operations Manager to lead the Network, Systems and LAN teams. You will set strategic direction, oversee operational standards, and drive automation to improve service delivery for customers across Southwestern Ontario.

This role requires strong leadership, budgeting oversight, and experience with ISO 27001 readiness, to ensure security and reliability of core networks and services. Hybrid in-office schedule expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma or science degree or related professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of network operations and infrastructure management.
• Experience with automation, scripting and modern ISP technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical operations across Network, Systems, and LAN teams.
• Provide strategic direction on technologies, standards, and procedures.
• Champion automation and continuous improvement within the department.
• Develop and monitor metrics to assess operational performance.
• Prepare operating budgets with senior leadership.
• Oversee SLA compliance, vendor relations, and change management.

Skills

Network leadership

Automation scripting

ISO 27001

Change management

Budgeting

Leadership

MS Office

Education

Diploma / Science degree

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Job description

You deserve an awesome career! At Execulink, you'll join a team of talented individuals who feel like family and support your growth and career goals. As we rapidly grow, we continue our unwavering commitment to live and breathe our Vision, Mission and Values. While enhancing life at home, work and play, we continue to grow our team with innovative individuals who are as excited about creating an awesome experience for our customers as we are!

About This Opportunity

Lead the team that power Execulink’s network and internal technology environment. As Network Operations Manager, you’ll provide strategic direction and operational oversight across the teams responsible for network operations, service operations support, systems, voice, and internal corporate IT. This role is accountable for the infrastructure and services that support everything from our core network and customer-facing services to corporate networking, end-user devices, and Microsoft 365.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a leader who enjoys driving innovation and continuous improvement. You’ll help guide major initiatives such as network automation, next-generation architectures, systems modernization, and ISO 27001 readiness, while supporting the teams that help deliver an AWESOME experience to customers across Southwestern Ontario.

Position Details

• Woodstock, ON
• Permanent, Full-Time
• On-Site Hybrid
• Required to work in office a minimum of 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
• Hours of Work
• Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Flexibility may be required outside of core business hours, based on business demands to fulfill responsibilities of the role
• As this is a key position for product service delivery, must be flexible in working any required hours based on the operational needs of the business
• Expected to be available to support 24/7 Operations, as required

Responsibilities

• Manage all technical operations with supervisors to maintain the integrity, quality, and consistency of all services across the Network, Systems, and LAN teams
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction regarding new and existing technologies, operational standards, policies, and procedures in addition to staff development
• Champion a culture of automation and continuous improvement across the department, supporting and enabling automation and programmability initiatives within the Network and Systems teams
• Develop (with VP of Technology) a balanced set of metrics and targets that will be used to monitor the effectiveness of the Operational performance of the Systems and Network that support the organization and the team that manages them
• Work with the VP of Technology and the CFO in preparing an operating budget for the fiscal year identifying the following financial needs:
• Capital Equipment, Leased Services, Manpower, Maintenance, Training and Development, and Employee Expenses
• Oversee SLA compliance, escalation resolution, purchase order approvals, and monthly progress reporting to senior management
• Drive intradepartmental coordination, quality control, and vendor relationship management to support operational excellence across all teams
• Lead technical standards development, change management, and the full lifecycle of software and hardware across the department
• Direct the strategic roadmap for future products and services, managing day-to-day operations to deliver an experience that aligns with Execulink’s VMV and UVP
• Lead Execulink’s information security initiatives across the department, including advancement toward ISO 27001 certification, ensuring that security policies, controls, and best practices are embedded across all operational teams
• Other Duties as Assigned

HR Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of the Network Operations Supervisor and the Systems Operations Supervisor
• Indirect oversight of the Network Operations, Service Operations Support (SOS), Systems Operations, Voice Operations, and LAN teams
• Review, approve, and submit timesheets for all direct reports
• Conduct Performance Reviews (PRs) and Employee Performance Improvement Plan (EPIP) meetings for direct reports
• Participate in cultural interviews as requested
• Actively contribute in executive, management, and company meetings

Qualifications

• 3–5 years demonstrated success managing and leading network operations
• Diploma or science degree or related professional qualification
• Networking skills and understanding of network structure, design, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with different operating systems (UNIX, Linux, Windows)
• Understanding of network automation principles and modern ISP technologies, including scripting and programmability concepts
• Video, audio, analog, digital, addressable, and data knowledge
• Experience in all aspects of planning and implementing network operations; ability to make sound decisions and implement them
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio or AutoCAD
• Proven experience in change management; adaptable and able to persuade others to accept new ideas
• Familiarity with information security frameworks and standards; experience with or working toward ISO 27001 is a strong asset
• Valid Class G Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Motivate and empower others in order to reach organizational goals
• Planning and engineering skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze error reports and data
• Good mechanical and analytical ability
• A proven ability to work under pressure, quickly respond to situations requiring immediate action, and deal with multiple deadlines
• Effectively handle stressful situations
• Able to make decisions in a variety of situations
• Ability to champion automation and technology modernization initiatives across multiple technical teams
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and information security best practices, with the ability to embed a security-conscious culture across technical teams

What We Offer

• Internal growth and learning opportunities
• Challenging and rewarding place to work
• Comprehensive health and benefits
• Competitive starting rates
• Employee discount plan on Execulink services
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

At Execulink Telecom, the largest locally owned independent telecom company in Southwestern Ontario, our only goal is to enhance your lifestyle at home, work, and play. We have an unwavering commitment to continue to build a positive team, with a friendly, family spirited approach. The selection of exceptional talent is important to us!When you join Execulink, you’re joining a team that’s focused on not only providing an AWESOME experience to our customers, but to our employees as well. We live and breathe our Vision, Mission and Values and are searching for individuals who are excited to contribute and do the same!

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