Supervisor, Transmission, Ottawa Area, National Warehouse and Transmission Integrated Support

Position Title: Supervisor, Transmission, Ottawa Area, National Warehouse and Transmission Integrated Support (T & I)Status of Employment:PermanentPosition Language Requirement:English, FrenchLanguage Skills:English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading - B - Intermediate), French (Speaking - B - Intermediate), French (Writing - B - Intermediate)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.  Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.Unposting Date: 2026-02-11 11:59 PMBehind the scenes, but ahead of the curve: help us develop the next-generation public broadcaster.T&I is the backbone and the future-forward arm of CBC/Radio-Canada. We are the people that make stuff work. We make connections; between media content, systems, people and places. We are the space in between. A place with purpose. CBC/Radio-Canada has always been a highly-regarded pioneer of media technology. Not just in Canada, but around the world. Today, we’re transforming ourselves from a conventional radio and television broadcaster into a modern digital media company. Technology is the driving force and T&I is the team making it happen.Your RoleReporting to the Senior Manager, Transmission Operations, you will be a key leader responsible for supervising a specialized team of telecommunications technology professionals. You bring deep expertise in digital television transmitters (ATSC), FM transmitters, related broadcast equipment, RF systems, antennas, satellite downlinks and IP technologies.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam and Operational ManagementLead, coach and develop your team, overseeing performance management and daily task assignments.Manage transmission infrastructure and operational budgets, and support the planning, development and implementation of various technical projects.Logistics and National SupportCo-ordinate National Warehouse operations to provide critical logistical and operational support for corporate projects, transmission sites and the CBC/Radio-Canada Archives.Supervise the Transmission Integrated Support team, focusing on national-level application support and systems administration.Service Maintenance and Continuous ImprovementMaintain broadcast service continuity, ensuring all infrastructure under your responsibility meets quality, compliance and productivity standards.Help determine technical solutions to meet client and project needs.Drive innovation by evaluating and refining existing processes and developing new workflows in collaboration with your team.Assist the Senior Manager in meeting departmental goals and service requirements.Availability and TravelThis role requires 24/7 on-call availability to respond to emergencies and mobilize staff to ensure operational continuity.Travel is required, primarily within Ontario and occasionally across Canada.Required Skills and QualificationsEducationCollege diploma (DEC) in electronics (telecommunications option preferred), a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant professional experience.ExperienceProven experience managing people in a unionized environment; background in technical infrastructure management, ideally within the radio or television broadcast industry.Relevant experience in application support, project management and inventory/logistics management.In-Depth Technical KnowledgeExpert knowledge of public transmission infrastructure (AM, FM, DTV/ATSC).Deep understanding of TV/radio transmission methods, technical equipment, production workflows, compression standards (analog and digital), IP technologies and satellite communication infrastructure.Ability to select appropriate equipment for specialized technical projects.Soft SkillsStrong background in customer service and technical support.Excellent organizational skills with an aptitude for budget management.High stress tolerance and the ability to multitask.Superior problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to engage, influence and develop a team as well as drive process innovation.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Additional RequirementsBilingualism (English/French) essential.Flexible schedule (24/7 availability).Valid driver’s licence.Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the nextstep will be asked to complete a background check. This includes: A mandatory Criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to . You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.Primary Location:2415 Richardson Side Road, Carp, Ontario, K0A 1L0Number of Openings:1Work Schedule:Full time