Planner, Construction and Maintenance Job at SaskPower

SaskPower Saskatoon, SK

Location - Saskatoon
Permanent - Full Time
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 05/18/2023 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

Location: Saskatoon. Prince Albert, North Battleford and Yorkton locations will also be considered.

The employee in this classification is responsible to develop and implement work plan schedules, priorities and administrative procedures, including monitoring and controlling the flow of information and budgetary aspects for work teams and small to large corporate projects. This position is also responsible to monitor project and work progress, analyze problems, gather information and make recommendations on alternative solutions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:


  • Oversee and coordinate project and work processes and procedures and controls, and review, evaluate and implement new procedures, ensuring they are consistently applied
  • Establish, schedule and assign work priorities, measure work process performance, develop and implement metrics, and ensure timelines are met and procedures are followed
  • Facilitate the coordination of schedules, monitoring and detecting deviations from work plans
  • Analyze and evaluate contracts, tenders, and work related documentation
  • Develop workgroup strategies in order to sustain a high level of performance
  • Conduct analyses and oversee administrative operations related to budgeting, contracting and project planning and management processes
  • Develop and maintain and prioritize work plans, schedules, required to ensure efficient and effective operations, updating as required
  • Develop and maintain plans and strategies for major projects
  • Monitor and report on progress of work schedules, plans and projects on a continual basis
  • Assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
  • Maintain and update documentation related to work processes
  • Recommend ongoing continuous improvements in work planning, project management and scheduling practices
  • Lead safety initiatives related to work objectives and projects
  • Develop and deliver informal training sessions, as required
  • May supervise or provide direction to departmental and related staff
  • Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required
  • Other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:


  • The following qualification requirements will be posted in one or any combination of the following fields:
1) Interprovincial Journeyperson Power Line Technician Certificate, or equivalent
2) Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent
  • The following experience requirements will be posted in one or any combination of the following fields:
1) Five (5) years of related Journeyperson or Technologist experience in construction, or equivalent OR;
2) Five (5) years of related Journeyperson or Technologist experience in maintenance, or equivalent OR;
3) Five (5) years of related Journeyperson or Technologist experience in transmission, or equivalent OR;
4) Five (5) years of related Journeyperson or Technologist experience in distribution, or equivalent OR;
5) Five (5) years of related Journeyperson or Technologist experience in Metering Services, or equivalent
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to identify problems and implement solutions
  • Excellent project management, time management, analytical, problem definition and problem solving skills
  • Ability to use MS Office and related software applications
  • Ability to organize and coordinate a number of diverse assignments among internal and external staff and contractors
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, as required by the position

This position falls within the scope of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2067.
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.
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. Visit our website for details.
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Please apply by 05/18/2023




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