Alectra Utilities

Director, System Control

LocationHamilton, ON

About This Job

Hamilton OR Vaughan

In Office

35 hours per week

Spark Your Potential, Ignite Your Future!

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.

Join Alectra as the Director of System Control, where you'll lead a dynamic group responsible for the seamless operation of Alectra’s distribution system. This role is pivotal in driving the strategic goals of the company through innovative system development and process enhancement, ensuring 24/7 operational excellence.


What you’ll do

Provides leadership and guidance to highly skilled technical employees in the safe and reliable operation of the Alectra’s distribution system under normal and emergency conditions on a 24/7 basis.

Accountable for System Control’s quick and effective response to customer power outages and the safe and expeditious restoration of power to the customer.
Establishes a high-performance culture to ensure high levels of productivity, accountability, quality and customer service.
Translates organization strategy into annual business plans and budgets and manages resources accordingly.
Provides overall people leadership and direction through coaching, development, performance management and resource planning.
Provides leadership and is accountable for System Control operations during emergency events related to the operation of Alectra’s distribution system.
Accountable for the coordination of activities and outages on transformer station / transmission lines and distribution equipment with Hydro One/IESO and other Alectra departments to ensure all work is carried out in a safe, economic and efficient manner.
Ensures operational compliance to all IESO Market Rules and specifically the Ontario Reliability Compliance Program (ORCP)
Provides leadership and support to all employees engaged in the day-to-day activities of operating the distribution network to maintain a safe, reliable and efficient supply of electricity
Manages 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.
Develop and strengthen cross functional relationships with other Business Units within Alectra
Prepares annual budget estimates for System Control and administers the allotted budget within the approved corporate system including review and/or authorization of purchasing requests in accordance with corporate policies.
Ensures compliance to legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards.
Ensures adherence to and effective administration of the Collective Agreement.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Corporate Values and Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives


Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Preferred: Membership in Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).
Valid class G driver’s license.
Extensive knowledge of integrated electrical systems, distributed energy resources, SCADA, GIS, and OMS.
Familiarity with Electrical Utility safety rules, Utility Work Protection Code, and relevant regulations (OEB, PIPEDA, OHSA).
Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Experience

At least 10 years of experience in a managerial or senior leadership role within a utility.
Proven track record of building relationships with stakeholders, regulators, and governing bodies.
Experience in a unionized utility environment is advantageous.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

Exceptional strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex scenarios and long-term impacts.
Proven ability to implement and drive strategic objectives.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex information effectively.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives.
Expert conflict resolution and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and address critical issues.

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:

We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
We care about you 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 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 honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectrautilities.com. 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.

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