Sr. Mgr, Rel Stnds Readiness

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 General Accountabilities Support the Director, Rel Standards & Regulation, in providing Hydro One’s Senior Management with: Strategies and specific initiatives needed to achieve corporate objectives, sustain achievement in the face of looming threats and to seize opportunities. Delivery is achieved by leveraging both internal and external expertise and requires comprehensive insight and understanding of trends in the industry and the functions of Hydro One. Externally representing and advocating for Hydro One’s business interests to North American reliability standards authority and/or regulators (FERC, NERC, NPCC, OEB, IESO/ MACD and CER) in respect to emerging reliability standards and material revisions to applicable standards, compliance to applicable standards enforced in Ontario, internal control evaluations and MACD audits, and alignment of emerging standards with Hydro One’s objectives. This may involve participation on Task Forces, Panels, and Working Groups. Internally driving, facilitating, assessing, and reporting upon Hydro One’s preparations for achieving and sustaining compliance to applicable standards, supporting and leading specific initiatives such as audits, benchmarking initiatives, and major customer response/support, and improving Hydro One’s overall compliance posture and risk profile in respect to applicable standards enforced in Ontario. Internally informing, advising and supporting Hydro One’s RSCC (Reliability Standards Compliance Committee) in its governance and oversight roles, and in particular, supporting its timely and informed decision-making in response to emerging and current matters related to North American reliability standards and the IESO market rules related to reliability standards. Specific Accountabilities Within context provided by the Director, Strategy & Integrated Planning (i.e. corporate strategies, policies, accountabilities, tasks, budget and programs, compliance and performance targets, expectations for continuous improvement, etc.), and working collaboratively with Planning management: Adopt, adapt, invent and continuously improve business performance and performance level assessment methods. Implement fact gathering operations and methods for trend tracking and threat detection and assessment. Identify a plan of initiatives to implement continuous improvement that accounts for logistic interdependencies and priorities. Provide alternatives assessment and decision analysis to support the plan and each initiative and obtain approvals and commitments from appropriate levels of management. Implement a reference plan framework for the effective planning, maintenance and operation of the computer tools and databases used for planning functions. Participate in the development of submissions and serve as witness as required for applications to the OEB, MOEE, NEB, and other regulatory agencies. Support and/or lead specific initiatives such as audits of various internal and external activities, benchmarking initiatives, major customer response/support. Managerial Leadership Accountabilities Accountability for the output of others, including setting appropriate context for subordinates, establishing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and fostering continuous improvement. Maintaining a capable team, assessing staff capability, conducting personal effectiveness reviews, providing leadership, translating corporate goals into direction, communicating direction, and defining specific tasks for subordinates. Providing a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring subordinates have the knowledge, skills, information, and equipment to facilitate responsible behavior, minimizing health and safety incidents, valuing diversity, preventing harassment, and demonstrating stewardship of assets and resources. Selection Criteria Requires a 4‑year university degree in Engineering or Science and a P.Eng. licence in Ontario. An MBA is considered an asset. Knowledge of electrical power systems, equipment, transmission system, reliability and power quality analysis, and performance reporting standards. Knowledge of the Transmission System Code, Distribution System Code, IESO and OEB reliability standards and reporting requirements is an asset. Strategic and tactical mindset with the ability to translate strategic directives into actionable outcomes. Demonstrated experience in managing or supervising a team or group with diverse accountabilities and common goals. Knowledge of regulatory processes associated with filings and developing associated evidence. Effective leadership skills to navigate through various organizations, gather resources, and motivate teams. Strong relationship building skills with both internal and external stakeholders. High degree of professionalism, initiative, self‑motivation, and independence. Sound knowledge of business methods, processes, and change management techniques. Excellent communication skills, English proficiency, business writing, effective verbal communication, and compelling presentation skills. Excellent knowledge of Hydro One’s external regulatory environment, NERC, NPCC, and IESO reliability standards. Excellent analytical skills to evaluate reliability compliance posture, perform root cause analysis, and recommend solutions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Hydro One information systems. Experience in project management tools and methodologies for leading or participating in cross‑functional teams. Understanding of Hydro One’s organization structure, business unit accountabilities, processes, and regulatory requirements. Ability to examine processes and suggest improvements. Minimum 8 years of relevant progressive work experience. 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. 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