System Operator - Mississauga, Canada - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)

Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
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Mississauga, Canada

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Description

System Operator (Future Talent Pool):


Date:
Nov 10, 2023


Location:

CA

Company:
Independent Electricity System Operator


INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)

Requisition ID:


  • 19334
    Location:
  • Mississauga
    Status:
  • Regular
    Business Unit:
  • Markets & Reliability
    Why join us?
You've got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.
We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn't happen by accident.

So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow.

You'll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences - and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.


Who we are


The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province's power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it.

We operate the province's electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario's electricity needs - now and into the future.


The opportunity
As a member of the Control Room Operations Team, the System Operator helps fulfill the IESO's roles as Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator and Balancing Authority for the province of Ontario by administering the IESO Controlled Grid ("ICG") and the IESO Administered Markets ("IAM") on a minute-to-minute basis ensuring a reliable, competitively-priced and sustainable electricity supply for the province:

  • through intense and timely analysis, investigation and execution of control actions;
- in compliance with NERC reliability standards and NPCC criteria;
- within the Market Rules and relevant Regulations;
- through collaborative work with other Operations Team members; and
- under the general direction of the Shift Superintendent.


What you'll be doing


The System Operator works collaboratively with other Operations Team members to execute the minute-to-minute administration of the IESO Controlled Grid ("ICG") and the IESO Administered Market ("IAM") to ensure a reliable, competitively priced and sustainable electricity supply for the province and help fulfill the IESO's roles of Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator and Balancing Authority for the province of Ontario.


The System Operator:
- monitors/identifies potential compliance issues and surveillance activities within the IESO;
- maintains the daily log ensuring all relevant information is documented and correct;
- performs other duties comparable in scope and complexity to the Key Responsibilities listed here as required; and
- executes specific duties and responsibilities related to the following functions:

  • IESO Administered Markets;
  • IESO Controlled Grid;
  • System for Markets;
  • Contingency Operation and System Restoration;
  • Outage Plan;
  • Tool Set;
  • Coaching, Mentoring and Training;
  • Off-Shift Assignments.

What you need to succeed

  • Requires analytical and marketing skills, knowledge of technical writing to prepare reports, and oral and written fluency for effective communication.
  • The job also requires being NERCcertified.
  • Requires experience to acquire a full understanding of the Interconnected Power System Operations, of NERC, and NPCC guidelines; of Agreements; of Market Participant equipment capabilities, and technical Directives; of the Market Rules; of Market Participants; of the Facilities Description Documents, of Market Manuals and Market Procedures; of pertinent Station Data, and of all EMSrelated software programs.
  • A period of over 6 years and up to and including 8 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.
  • An incumbent that does not meet the qualifiecations may be considered at a lower graded position
Note regarding mental pressure
There is frequent and sustained mental pressure associated with the technical nature and sustained concentration associated with the position.

Considerable mental pressure is tied to the decision-making authority relative to the minute-to-minute operation of the electricity delivery system on a 24/7/365 schedule (shift position).


What's in it for you

  • A comprehensive total rewards program, including bestinclass benefits and a flexible workplace
  • A challenging, fastpaced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter
  • Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry


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