Manager, Forestry

1 day ago

Edmonton, Canada ATCO Electric Full time

Amazing Team. Rewording work.

**What We Offer**:

- **Competitive Package**:Attractive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including performance bonuses eligibility, flex benefits from first day of employment, extra paid leave, pension, employee share purchase plan, charitable donation matching, hybrid work environment, relocation assistance, and more.
- **Professional Growth**:Opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, and engagement in innovative projects.
- **Community Connection**: A unique opportunity to engage deeply with communities, enhancing ATCO's presence and impact.

**Why Work Here**:
Joining the ATCO Team means being part of a community of people inspiring change on a global scale. It’s meaningful work that can only be accomplished by helping each other, as we collectively look to the future. Collaborating and being professional, down to earth, and caring for one another and for the communities we serve - is central to our core values and cultivates a sense of belonging. We treat people with respect, entrust them to always be their best and take every opportunity to ensure they feel part of our community.

**About the Role**:
This role focuses on leadership and management of programs that ensure safe and efficient operation of the Transmission and Distribution systems. It involves strategic planning, budgeting, reporting, and overseeing the implementation of maintenance programs to control vegetation hazards and minimize system risks.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Lead the Forestry Operations team in managing vegetation on Transmission & Distribution rights-of-way.
- Lead the development and implementation of the annual Forestry Operations Business Plan, aligning with departmental objectives.
- Handle the contracting process, including procurement and management of project resources.
- Coordinate with contractors to ensure high standards of health, safety, and environmental performance.
- Guide the development of a high performing workforce by setting measurable goals and evaluating performance.
- Develop and implement safety leadership plans, ensuring adherence to health and safety policies.
- Serve as a liaison for both management and staff, fostering strong internal communications and addressing safety and operational concerns.
- Maintain and enhance relationships with Indigenous leaders and communities, ensuring engagement and sustainable cooperation.
- Represent the Forestry Operations at management meetings and operational discussions.

**What You Bring**:

- A degree or diploma in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field, or certification as a Utility Vegetation Management Professional.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in operations management with a strong background in vegetation management, forestry, utilities, or oil and gas.
- Willingness to travel as required and a valid class 5 driver’s license.
- In-depth knowledge of applicable Provincial/Federal legislation and industry standards.
- Strong leadership capabilities with excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in regulatory support, project management, and contractor oversight.
- Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

**About Us**:
We are a leading energy provider in North America. Through ATCO Energy Systems we build, operate and maintain electric and gas transmission and distribution lines, safely and reliably serving over three million customers in hundreds of communities. We're advancing the use of hydrogen as a cost-effective pathway for decarbonization using existing energy delivery infrastructure. We’re also building resilience by modernizing our electric grid and connecting renewable generation capacity to our system to meet the needs of customers for sustainable, reliable and affordable energy.

At ATCO, we support a diverse and inclusive environment that values the contributions and perspectives of everyone on the ATCO team. We believe the ATCO team is the foundation of our business and our most valuable asset across our global operations. Without each team members’ unique skills, strengths, and knowledge, we simply wouldn’t be able to achieve our fundamental vision of delivering life’s essential services to our customers around the world.

ATCO is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Visit our website for more information.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional territories and homelands on which many of our ATCO operations and facilities are located. We honour and respect the diverse history, languages, ceremonies, and culture of the Indigenous Peoples who call these areas home.

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