Operations Supervisor, Vancouver Island

2 months ago


Courtenay, Canada FortisBC Full time

**Branch**: Gas

**Affiliation**: Management & Exempt

**Employment Status**: Full-Time Regular

**Workplace Flexibility**: No

**Posting End Date**: July 7, 2023

We’re a Canadian-owned and BC-based energy company taking steps toward a lower-carbon energy future by providing renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to more than 1.2 million customers.

We’re looking for new talent to join us as we transform BC’s energy future. Our diverse team of more than 2,600 employees is committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong and grow. Join us and let’s work together for a better BC. Position Overview
You lead by example, putting your safety and that of your peers first and demonstrating your technical expertise in collaboration with your crews to drive effective operations. You have an eye for innovation and are always looking for opportunities to improve on process, and you’re passionate about supporting the development of your peers. We need someone like you to join as our Operations Supervisor, Field.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for supervising and leading a team of skilled field professionals to meet daily operational demands and support the generation, distribution, transmission and delivery of safe and reliable energy to FortisBC customers within a designated geographical area and/or facility.

**In year 1, you will**:
Gain a general understanding of the budgeting process and identify areas to improve efficiency.
Manage and dispatch work effectively and efficiently.
Ensure work programs are completed safely on time and on budget.

**In year 2, you will**:
Participate in other work assignments and company initiatives that are not directly related to your primary role.
Identify and action improvements to safety and efficiency.
Mentor and coach employees to support performance and quality of work.
Provide ongoing training and development to staff.

**What it takes**:
A bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related discipline, certification with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC or a professional equivalent, plus four to seven years of related field experience in a leadership capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Excellent leadership skills and adaptability to work and provide supervision in a fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to manage high stress situations (e.g., gas emergencies) in a calm manner.
Great collaboration skills to innovate on existing processes, support colleagues with their development needs, and excel in a team environment.
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer systems with demonstrated experience using Workspace, SAP, and Power BI.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.



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