Training Manager, Regional Ops - Lower Sackville, Canada - Nova Scotia Power Inc.

Nova Scotia Power Inc.

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Lower Sackville, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:

Training Manager, Regional Operations

Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power, Regional Operations

Location:
Sackville, or Lakeside, NS

Type of Employment:
Regular, Full Time

Closing Date:

***August 30, 2023

Reference Number: 11644

At Nova Scotia Power, we're committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive.

We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system - for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers.

Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia.

It's why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities.

Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

We are currently looking for a Permanent
Training Manager to join our Regional Operations team in Energy Delivery, overseeing multiple Training needs and Apprenticeship programs.

Reporting to the Director, Regional Operations, you will have overall accountability of Nova Scotia Power's Powerline Technician & Substation Electrician apprenticeship program.

Nova Scotia Power annually recruits new apprentices to complete the four-year program.

As Training Manager, you will:

Lead a team dedicated to managing Apprenticeships and Training needs of Regional Operations
Develop and implement various continuous improvement training initiatives/programs for all Regional Operations employees.
Work with NSPI Safety Team, ensure integration and implementation of all Safety related training initiatives throughout the Regional Operations Team
Work with all Regional Operations management teams to ensure the safety of the apprentices throughout the program
Complete safety observations, mentoring and coaching to apprentices
Complete apprentice performance reviews soliciting feedback from Field level Lead Hands and Regional Operations Supervisors
Work with Technician Leads across the province to ensure apprentices are completing the required competencybased training
Determine apprentice's rotation schedules with Regional Operations Supervisors to ensure appropriate work experiences are provided
Continue to advance the effectiveness of the apprenticeship training content
Lead and participate in Joint Apprenticeship Committee
Overall accountability for the apprenticeship training budget
Lead the attraction and recruitment efforts for the various Technician Apprenticeship positions annually
Write annual regulatory report on Powerline Technician succession planning
Participate with external agencies (i.e., Nova Scotia Community College) on apprenticeship initiatives that relate to the apprentice programs at Nova Scotia Power and trends in the industry
Support storm restoration efforts

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of the apprentices, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

At Nova Scotia Power, we value employee safety above any business interest.

In accepting this offer, you will be asked to complete a Medical Assessment to ensure you can conduct the physical demands of the position.

You will only be evaluated on the bona-fide job requirements of your position and the information will be maintained in your medical file as a condition of employment.

What skills will make you successful?
You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

You must be a certified Powerline Technician, Electrical Technician or have relevant work experience in Power Utility Grade Electrical construction and maintenance.
Ten+ years' experience working in, supervising, or managing Powerline Technician / Substation work and Apprenticeship programs is required.
A Valid driver's license and the ability to travel and support a broad geographic region.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right.

Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees.

The Training Manager will demonstrate well-developed abilities in the areas of Speaking up on Heal