Job Description

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Date:

Jul 21, 2025

Location:

Orillia, ON, CA

Company:

Hydro One Networks Inc

50614

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Orillia

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Regular

Not Applicable/Optional

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we're focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.


It's an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Job Function

Conduct studies and recommend solutions on security systems and services provided by the Department, and provide consultative support, guidance and information to Head Office employees on all such systems and services to ensure a safe and secure workplace environment. Lead and manage security projects and programs, perform security investigations and prepare recommendations for senior management approval for disaster recovery and emergency evacuation plans for all Head Office sites.

Conduct studies and recommend solutions on security systems provided by the Department, such as building security, electronic security monitoring systems, security computer software and hardware, assessment of security products, systems and fire security products, employee security systems, and multi-functional employee ID cards for building and parking access, car rental, and other various Hydro services. Prepare problem analysis, develop and define alternative solutions, including options to make or buy, replace or modify. Analyze and evaluate alternative solutions, estimate costs and formulate prototype solutions where necessary. Identify and estimate costs, quantify benefits and make effective recommendations on security systems and services that meet Federal, Provincial, Municipal legislative requirements, Corporate security policies, and client requirements.

Provide consultative support, guidance and information to Head Office employees on all security systems and services provided by the Department to ensure a safe and secure workplace environment. Monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of the systems and services, and effect, guide or recommend corrective actions to ensure problems are resolved. Work with Corporate, Divisional or external groups, such as local law enforcement agencies and emergency response groups, to ensure security systems and services meet specific client requirements. Provide assistance to other parts of the organization to meet any special requirements they might have.

Prepare documentation for retaining consultants, contractors, etc, and co-ordinate project work activities and plans within the Department and with other Divisional and Corporate Departments; assign work to consultants and contractors, and administer and monitor the cost and progress of the project to ensure it remains on schedule and within budget. Inspect the work or installations carried out to ensure work quality meets all specifications and complies with contracts. Conduct post-implementation reviews with clients and ensure their requirements are met. Be familiar with all site electronic devices and their operation and work effectively with other groups to keep these systems operational as intended. Take appropriate action in the event of system, equipment or procedural failures to ensure problems are corrected and systems and equipment are returned to service.

Initiate inquiries and investigations resulting from complaints or information about theft, fraud, willful damage, vandalism, accidents, fire, etc. Conduct investigations of a serious or sensitive nature. Write and edit detailed security investigation and accident reports.

Prepare recommendations for senior management approval for disaster recovery and emergency evacuation plans for all Head Office sites Test and monitor their effectiveness to ensure they meet Corporate requirements, and conform to established security standards.

Provide appropriate training to security and other Department staff, and Head Office employees on security systems and services. Conduct demonstration sessions including identifying the training needs of operating staff. Prepare operating materials as required, conduct classroom sessions and provide individualized instruction where necessary, and act as a resource person for self-instruction.

Respond to emergency alarm situations by directing and coordinating security staff, Ontario Hydro staff and members of the public to ensure their personal safety. Make changes to procedures during emergency situations as necessary.

Be responsible for the work of assigned staff, by planning, organizing, assigning and checking their work, and giving advice, guidance and direction as necessary, in a working environment which is consistent with the philosophy and goals of continuous quality improvement. Refer all personnel issues to Supervisor for resolution.

Participate in the development and maintenance of Departmental planning, work organization, scheduling processes, site security procedures, policies and programs.

Act as a Special Constable and Peace Officer as required.

Within the general context of the job responsibilities, make suggestions to Supervisor on how to improve the effectiveness of the unit and the services it provides.

Perform other duties as required

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada's Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.



Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

"Employer of the year 2025"

Deadline: August 5, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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