Senior Operations Manager, Utility Distribution

The MEARIE Group; North Bay; On-site; CAD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Job summary

North Bay Hydro Distribution Limited is seeking an experienced Manager, Operations to lead the safe, reliable, and efficient construction, maintenance, and operation of NBHDL’s electrical distribution system.

The role oversees distribution, construction and maintenance, capital projects, asset management, fleet and facilities, locating services, and operational planning, with a focus on coaching staff, budget management, and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of related experience with at least 5 years in management/supervisory roles.
• Experience in electrical distribution or utility operations.
• Knowledge of distribution systems, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Operations, including Lines and Stores, with potential future responsibility for Metering and Substation.
• Lead, coach, and develop employees; manage performance, staffing, resources, and labour relations in a unionized environment.
• Oversee distribution construction and maintenance, including subdivisions, new services, relocations, rebuilds, extensions, and system modifications.
• Manage capital and operational projects, including budgeting, scheduling, contracting, quality, and contract administration.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario Regulation 22/04, safety requirements, corporate standards, and applicable legislation.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, inspections, and effective work practices.
• Oversee asset management, fleet, equipment, facilities, inventory, and locating services.
• Develop departmental plans, budgets, policies, and procedures to improve operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Engineering, employees, customers, municipalities, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Support regulatory and ESA audits and participate in the Management Availability rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Professional designation (P.Eng., CPA, C.E.T./C. Tech., or PMP)

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

North Bay Hydro Distribution Limited is seeking an experienced Manager, Operations to lead the safe, reliable, and efficient construction, maintenance, and operation of NBHDL’s electrical distribution system.

The role oversees distribution, construction and maintenance, capital projects, asset management, fleet and facilities, locating services, and operational planning, with a focus on coaching staff, budget management, and regulatory adherence.