Section Leader

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself being responsible for overseeing projects, providing project oversight, and contributing to the Integrated Work Control process to develop work packages for the safe execution of work in the field? Does the idea of providing leadership and direction for direct reports, including setting their goals and implementing development plans, appeal to you? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you

What will you be doing

• Providing leadership and day-to-day oversight to deliver results in line with the department’s goals.
• Providing oversight for new activities, projects, and facilities planned for the Section, with a focus on excellence, new technology, knowledge transfer, and staff training, to ensure these activities/projects/facilities are executed safely, delivered on time, and remain on budget.
• Leading and coordinating a team of field engineers, technologists, planners, supervisors, and design/construction contractors supporting all projects within Construction & Project Delivery.
• Ensuring that the Facilities are operated to protect Health, Safety, Security, and the Environment.
• Interfacing with CNL stakeholders and staff to develop and implement strategies for the best possible project implementation.
• Reviewing and supporting the development of project documentation based on the Integrated Work Control Process.
• Ensuring that the projects conducted within the facilities under Construction & Project Delivery are conducted in a safe and compliant manner.
• Monitoring project progress, work activities and key resources on a frequent basis, and performing safety inspections as required.
• Ensuring adherence to work plans and permits, including hold points and sign-offs prior to advancement.
• Ensuring that the facilities are maintained cost-effectively to preserve physical integrity and support a safe, sustainable state.
• Reporting and investigation of incidents and unplanned events, and management of the emergency response function within the facilities.
• Managing the inventory of assets and procured tools, equipment, and materials needed to execute planned work within their responsibility.
• Mentoring the Construction & Project Delivery staff on meeting Capital Project Program requirements.
• Preparing justification documents for capital equipment purchases.
• Supporting the preparation of documents (including training, operating instructions, and maintenance procedures).
• Monitoring and reporting to the Facility Authority (FA) and Facility Managers (FM) on the effectiveness of the implementation of the Capital Project Program within their respective facilities.
• Ensuring that all activities (including those by internal CNL groups and external contractors) carried out in the facilities are planned, assessed for potential hazards, and authorized.
• Monitor and direct facility operations and program activities to ensure work is performed to standards of operational safety, reliability, and efficiency, and in accordance with the site license, the Construction & Project Delivery program, technical specifications, applicable standards, and other internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education.
• Experience
  • Significant related experience in a field of specialization, including eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in a leadership position.
  • Experience in leading a team, maintaining a clear focus on team goals, and establishing good rapport with groups and individuals of many diverse professions is required.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong technical background in commissioning techniques to guide project teams in developing sound decisions when preparing project documentation and construction strategies.
  • Ability to assume responsibility for activities that (i) carry legal liabilities, and (ii) have the potential for major and adverse impacts on health, safety, and the environment.
  • Project management skills to ensure that critical activities are identified and planned for success.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, unusual or hazardous conditions and to lead others in such conditions.
  • Initiative to resolve problems and expedite resources, work plans or other appropriate actions.
  • Have a good base knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, WHMIS, CNSC regulations, and other codes pertaining to life safety, such as Ontario Regulations dealing with hazardous products, including asbestos-containing materials.