Section Manager, SIES Overhead

Description

• Enhance the Company's public image by effectively directing the performance of the organization's field forces and the appearance of its equipment. Instills a sense of customer satisfaction in subordinates and peers. Emphasizes and achieves SAJFI/CAIDI targets.
• Develop and implement programs to maximize the productivity by utilizing and monitoring the work management system and reviewing performance reports. Establishes methods to improve work performance and maintain a high degree of effectiveness by reducing delay and other non-productive time.
• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ensure compliance with operating, housekeeping and safety procedures to provide for employee safety and welfare.
• Implement plans and programs to improve the performance, reliability and restoration of the overhead electrical distribution system.
• Leads the Organization to ensure completion of annual load relief projects and minimize feeder outages.
• Establish and maintain liaison with local governmental agencies to ensure that the regional construction efforts are in accordance with the municipal codes and other requirements.
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Evaluate the performance and integrity of the regional overhead electrical distribution systems and participates in the development and implementation of goals and plans to improve the reliability of the system. Establishes priorities and assigns human resources to efficiently schedule all repairs and maintenance of the overhead distribution system with special emphasis on Storm restoration activities including acting frequently as an Operations Chief.
• Ensure a high level of technical expertise that will improve competence of all personnel.
• Responsible for section's capital, O&M, Human Resources and overtime budgets and ensure the section is 0perating within budget guidelines.
• Monitor, direct, guide and assist subordinate employees to successfully meet assigned goals and tasks.
• Plan and direct related activities for overhead construction.
• Provide a positive employee relations atmosphere through proper and effective administration of the Company's personnel policies, procedure, and practices including but not limited to Training and Development Performance Appraisal, Counseling, Discipline and Security.
• Comply with the Company's Equal Employment Opportunity policies and instructions.
• Direct and enforce the administration of provisions of the collective bargaining contracts and conducts union negotiations at the local level.

Requirements

• 5-7 years Supervisory and relevant work experience and demonstrated ability to lead large field organizations. Required
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• 5-7 years Emphasis on overhead distribution systems including open wire loops, Auto Transfer Switches and Construction and Operations of 4kV, 13kV and network distribution system preferred. Required
• 5-7 years Candidate should have competent working knowledge of relevant Corporate Environmental and Safety
• 5-7 years Must possess proven leadership qualities/skills and the ability to motivate people. Required
• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant work experience
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Must be available during off hours; be on call 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies or direct activities when necessary.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 5-7 years Familiar with in-house systems and storm restoration procedure. Required
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• 5-7 years Technical work experience in electric distribution system construction required. Required
• Driver's License Required
• Ability to lead/manage others
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• 5-7 years Must have experience in the management of capital, O&M and overtime budget; planning processes, implementing, directing and controlling the work of union and management/supervisory employees; and handling complex personnel and productivity issues. Required
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• 5-7 years Must be articulate, have a professional demeanor and be comfortable dealing with all levels of management, union personnel, and customers. Required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance