Job Description

Permanent - Full Time

Location: Regina

At SaskPower, we generate more than just electricity for Saskatchewan people. We offer some of the best jobs in the province.

Our challenging careers will help you grow while being surrounded by a fully-committed team, committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. If you\'re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn\'t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 05/07/2023 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Specialist is accountable for the engineering delivery of distribution capital programs. As a member of SaskPower\'s management team, this position is responsible to provide capital program leadership including distribution design expertise, administrative monitoring & controlling, training and technical support. This position will also be involved in business facing functions such as process optimization, technical innovation, and cross-departmental collaboration.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead and provide oversight to the engineering delivery of distribution capital programs which include design for urban underground (incl ductbank, manholes, vaults, switches and transformers), urban overhead and rural underground/overhead distribution
• Internal/external stakeholder management to remove program roadblocks, maintain good working business relationships and align SaskPower\'s interests with external stakeholders\'
• Provide program specific training, assistance, coaching, and support to develop the technical capabilities of internal and external design staff
• Lead and/or provide subject matter expertise in cross-functional business projects as well as process, organizational and technology change initiatives
• Identify, develop, modify, and implement business solutions and innovations that improve the engineering delivery of the capital programs
• Maintain knowledge of social and environmental pressures and their impact on SaskPower distribution. Stay current on industry trends, technologies and design best practices and adapt them to SaskPower\'s operational environment
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and/or assigned staff as required

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Degree in Engineering, Journeyperson Certificate, Diploma in Technology, or other related equivalent AND/OR;
• Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related experience contract oversight including experience in planning facilities and providing instruction specific to design, construction, operations, commissioning, contract management and coordination of projects
• Team player with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Excellent analytical, research and problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
• Excellent facilitation, project management and decision making skills
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower\'s competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development
• Valid Class 5 driver\'s licence

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

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SaskPower offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Diversity and inclusion are also a priority for us. At SaskPower, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and having a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to selections based on merit and to the full participation of diversity groups. These groups include the four equity groups recognized by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission: Indigenous Peoples, Members of Visible Minority Groups / Racialized Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in Under-Represented Roles, as well as LGBTQ persons and Newcomers to Saskatchewan.

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Please apply by 05/07/2023.

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