The Mearie Group
Job title:
Supervisor, Hydro Group / Utilities Kingston
Company
The Mearie Group
Job description
Supervisor, Hydro GroupCompany Biography
Utilities Kingston is located in Kingston, Ontario, equi-distant from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa, where the St. Lawrence River meets Lake Ontario and the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage site) – Kingston is a stunning, historic city that consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Canada. Kingston’s 123,363 community-minded citizens enjoy an outstanding quality-of-life enhanced by recreational and creative opportunities and supported by excellent health care facilities and municipal services, programs and facilities.Utilities Kingston is unique in Ontario, combining water, wastewater, gas, electricity and telecommunications services in one company under the leadership of a single C.E.O. This shared services delivery model gives Utilities Kingston clear advantages in cost savings and customer service over other utility providers in the province. Utilities Kingston has provided the residents of Kingston with safe and reliable utility services for more than 150 years.Primary Duties
The Supervisor, Hydro Group directs and monitors the daily activities of the Electrical Engineering Technologists & Utility Operators in the Systems Control Centre. The incumbent assists with the planning of work, implements identified efficiencies, ensures that employees have the appropriate tools and equipment to perform work and oversees the safe and reliable operation of the distribution system. They will ensure that work is completed accurately and on time.Major Responsibilities:1. Direct and monitor the daily activities of Electrical Engineering Technologists & Utility Operators.
2. Audit work and processes to ensure compliance to regulatory requirements, legislation and best practices.
3. Understand all the different software requirements for both System Control Center & Electrical Engineering Technologists.
4. Assist in coordinating with various groups to communicate changes to the work plan.
5. Support the re-scheduling of planned work, access resources and assist with the restoration of unplanned events and respond to data information requests.
6. Support restoration planning for outages and power system emergencies.
7. Monitor actual spending to confirm tracking accurately and in line with budgets and assist with making related decisions.
8. Distribute assignments and confirm they are completed on time and within budget.
9. Perform audits and ensure appropriate follow up and corrective action is taken.
10. Work with other departments to ensure requests are being completed on time
11. Identify operational requirements and direct crews to complete planned and unplanned work.
12. Foster engagement and a positive work environment and ensure transparency and consistency.
13. Review 3rd party estimates for capital work projects.
14. Complete purchase requisitions for materials and tools required to complete projects.
15. Complete scheduling, monitor time tracking for accuracy
16. Engage in the recruitment of staff, establish performance objectives and provide regular performance feedback.
17. Confirm training is up to date and maintained for both groupsSkills and Abilities:
- Foster creativity and innovation, actively look for new ideas and technology to improve System Control Center and Electrical Engineering Technologists.
- Intermediate MS Office skills, basic use of financial management system software
- Advanced planning skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Ability to have difficult conversations and hold people accountable
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills by empowering staff.
Knowledge:
- Advanced knowledge of Utility Work Protection Code, Electrical Utility Safety Rules, Ontario Electrical Safety Code & Reg. 22/04
- Advanced knowledge of industry material, tools and equipment
- Advanced knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individuals, the organization and operational requirements
- Knowledge of overhead & underground electrical construction & maintenance, substation construction & maintenance and protection schemes.
- Knowledge of reading and understanding of electrical drawings, feeder/operating prints and schematics
Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required
- Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)
- 6-8 years’ experience of design experience in the Electrical utility sector
- Supervisory experience in a unionized setting is an asset
- Class G drivers’ licence
Positions Supervised:Certified Electrical Engineering Technologists (CET)
Utility OperatorsSpecial Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment
- Criminal record check satisfactory to Utilities Kingston.
- Glass G drivers’ licence
Note: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties which may be assigned from time to time.Closing Statement
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.Accessibility Statement
Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.Employment Equity
Utilities Kingston is committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from all designated group members. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the Kingston community.Utilities Kingston thanks all candidates that apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Internal applicants must inform their supervisor or manager of their application and subsequent status.
Expected salary
Location
Kingston, ON
Job date
Wed, 05 Mar 2025 23:43:36 GMT
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