Supervisor, High Voltage Operations

Alectra Utilities Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Supervisor for High Voltage Operations to lead a dedicated team in delivering safe and efficient power services. This role involves planning and coordinating activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electric utility operations, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about empowering teams and driving operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Time Off

Disconnect from Work Policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in electric utility as a Journeyperson.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with a strong safety orientation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate trade resources for construction and maintenance.
• Ensure safety compliance and conduct safety audits.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Problem-Solving

Safety Compliance

Project Management

Education

Certified in the Utility Work Protection Code

C.E.T certification or Master Electrician license

Tools

MS Office

Work Management Applications

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:59 AM

Join our team!

Supervisor, High Voltage Operations

Full-time, 40 hours/ week

At Alectra, we’re not just about powering communities; we’re about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.

Are you a skilled leader with a passion for high voltage operations?

The Supervisor, High Voltage Operations is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and overseeing trade resources in the areas of construction, maintenance, and trouble response. This position liaises with internal departments, external agencies, and contractors to plan and coordinate Power Services activities to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery of services.

What you’ll do

Planning and Coordination

1. Plans, organizes, schedules, assigns, and coordinates the activities of employees and contractors engaged in the installation and maintenance of associated overhead, underground, and customer station facilities.
2. Liaises with potential customers for business development.
3. Liaises with the control room for coordination of related planned or unplanned work.
4. Obtains all relevant records and paperwork for construction and maintenance programs.
5. Updates the planner and effectively communicates plans to the Control Room Operating Department.

Safety and Compliance

1. Ensures safe working conditions and procedures in all phases of power services operations, including the proper operation and maintenance of line vehicles and other assigned equipment.
2. Provides safety leadership, enforces rules and regulations, and conducts safety audits to identify and safeguard hazards, which may or may not be covered by established procedures.
3. Ensures compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards.
4. Ensures adherence to and effective administration of the collective agreement.

Leadership and Development

1. Leads the job planning process and ensures that crews are following plans and understand all hazards.
2. Assists in the design process of work orders to ensure proper completion and allocation of resources and assists crews in design or process changes.
3. Provides coaching, development, performance management, technical guidance, and advice.
4. Provides input into department goals and objectives.
5. Leads and/or participates in department projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion within budget.
6. Researches, recommends, and implements new or enhanced policies, procedures, and processes to improve operational effectiveness.

Customer and Stakeholder Relations

1. Maintains positive interactions with employees, customers, and external stakeholders in a proactive manner to maintain optimum effectiveness of operations.
2. Assists in the costing of projects, accounting for expenditures, and billing instructions.

Safety Leadership

1. Ensures all aspects of the Company’s safety philosophy are executed and adhered to.
2. Supports and promotes the corporate safety culture.
3. Ensures all safety audits and work observations are completed and all incidents are investigated in a timely manner.

Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

1. Certified in the Utility Work Protection Code
2. C.E.T certification and/or Master Electrician license is an asset
3. Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license
4. Knowledge of the health & safety systems, operating systems, and other IT systems
5. Advanced knowledge of distribution systems standards and specifications, line construction and maintenance, standards and specifications, design review and development, GPS
6. Knowledge of the regulatory environment including Standards Manuals, E&USA Rule Book and Safe Practice Guides, ESA, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as they pertain to the work
7. Proficiency with MS Office and work management applications

Experience

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in an electric utility environment as a trade Journeyperson
2. Demonstrated experience in a supervisory/lead role
3. Safe work record and strong safety orientation
4. Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset
5. Enhanced conflict resolution skills and the ability to handle difficult situations
6. Willingness to work on-call and/or emergency work duties
7. Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
8. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions
9. Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to convey information accurately and concisely
10. Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines

Where you will work

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving, and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks, and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly, and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs, and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity, and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

1. We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security through our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
2. We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.
3. We care about your work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity, and high performance, we offer the following:
   • Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days, and bereavement days.
   • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can fully unplug outside of regular working hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team.

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honors the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.