Supervisor, Lines - Mississauga, Canada - Alectra Utilities

Alectra Utilities

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number:

Position:

Supervisor, Lines**
Location:
Mississauga (Mavis)/ Brampton (Kennedy)

Reports to:

Manager, Lines

Business Unit:

Network Operations

Division:

Lines - Central South

Hours per Week:

40

Rate of Pay:

Number of Openings:

1

Union:

No

Open:

August 18, 2023

Close:

August 31, 2023

Position Purpose:

The Supervisor, Lines is responsible for managing, coordinating and overseeing lines resources in the areas of construction, maintenance and trouble response.

This position liaises with internal departments, external agencies and contractors to plan and coordinate Lines department activities to ensure safe, efficient, high quality cost effective delivery of services.

Responsibilities:

Plans, organizes, schedules, assigns and coordinates the activities of employees and contractors engaged in the installation of the overhead and underground distribution system, connecting services, and troubleshooting & repairing equipment failures
Ensures safe working conditions and procedures in all phases of utility operations are carried out including the proper operation and maintenance of the line vehicles and other assigned equipment
Ensures that crews are conducting quality job plans and identifying & addressing hazards
Provides safety leadership, enforces rules and regulations, and conducts work observations and inspections to identify and safeguard hazards, which may or may not be covered by established procedures
Assists in the design process to ensure proper completion and allocation of resources and assists crews in design or process changes
Liaises with the control room for coordination of related planned or unplanned outages
Obtains all relevant records and paperwork for construction and maintenance programs
Updates the planner and effectively communicates plans to the Control Room Operating Department
Maintains positive interactions with employees, customers and external stakeholders in a proactive manner in order to maintain optimum effectiveness of operations
Assists in the costing of projects, accounting for expenditures and providing instructions for customer invoicing
Provides coaching, development, performance management, technical guidance and advice
Provides input into department goals and objectives
Leads and/or participates in department projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion within budget
Researches, recommends and implements new or enhanced policies, procedures and processes to improve operational effectiveness
Ensures compliance with legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards
Required to provide oncall supervision
Ensures adherence to and effective administration of collective agreement
Demonstrates professional conduct and adherence to Corporate Values
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

Education

Certified Journeyperson/Tradesperson
C.E.T certification is an asset
Certified in the Utility Work Protection Code
Must hold and maintain a valid class "AZ" driver's license, in good standing

Specialized knowledge

A thorough understanding of electric utility standards, practices and construction methods is mandatory
Knowledge of health & safety management systems and policies
Advanced knowledge of distribution systems standards and specifications, line construction and maintenance, standards and specifications, design review and development, and contractor management
Knowledge of the regulatory and legislative environment including Standards Manuals, E&USA Rule Book, IHSA Safe Practice Guides, Utility Work Protection Code, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as they pertain to the work

Experience

Minimum of approximately ten (10) years' experience in overhead and underground distribution line construction and maintenance within an electric utility environment as a Journeyperson Power Lines Technician/Line Maintainer
Approximately 5 years of demonstrated experience in a supervisory/lead role
Safe work record and strong safety orientation
Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset
Must be highly organized, possess good interpersonal & communication skills, and must be a team player with a positive attitude.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

Enhanced conflict resolution skills and the ability to handle difficult situations
Willingness to work oncall and/or emergency work duties
Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions
Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to convey information accurately and concisely
Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines

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