IT Systems Administrator

Become a team member for the largest Indigenous-led infrastructure project in Canada, which will connect 17 remote First Nation communities in Northern Ontario with clean, reliable, and accessible grid power Wataynikaneyap's First Nation leadership established the Guiding Principles, endorsed by its partners, that set out expectations for the Company's development, including respect for the land and First Nation way of life.

Wataynikaneyap Power PM Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of FortisOntario Inc., acts as the Project Manager of Wataynikaneyap Power LP ("Wataynikaneyap Power"). Wataynikaneyap Power is a licensed transmission entity, majority-owned by a partnership of 24 First Nation communities in partnership with Fortis Inc. and other private investors. The partnership is an unprecedented undertaking and has constructed 1,800 kilometres of 230 kV, 115 kV, and 44 kV transmission lines and 22 substations in northwestern Ontario. Located near Thunder Bay in our Fort William First Nation, ON office, Wataynikaneyap Power is currently recruiting for a talented:

IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

(Full-Time Permanent Position)

This position will report to the Corporate Supervisor, Enterprise Infrastructure and Security. We are looking for an organized problem-solver with a positive attitude with the ability to prioritize and work well independently and within a team environment. The IT Systems Administrator will work from the Thunder Bay office, under the general day-to-day direction of the Corporate Supervisor, Enterprise Infrastructure and Security. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment and compliance with Company and regulatory processes, hardware/software management, providing technical solutions, and much more Incumbent must ensure all work assigned is performed efficiently, while demonstrating a personal commitment to the safety of co-workers, the public, oneself and the environment.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in an Information Technology-related discipline, such as Computer Science, Computer Programming, Business Information Systems, or similar.

• Experience with Cloud platforms considered an asset.

• Experience with one or more ITSM platforms would be considered an asset.

• Extremely motivated and self-directed with excellent interpersonal, organization, problem-solving, and communication skills to work with our internal customers.

• Up-to-date vendor certification(s) considered an asset.

• Must have a valid Ontario "G" driver's license and maintain a clean driver's abstract

• Travel will be required for job duties.

• Candidates who speak/understand Anishinaabe or Anishininiimowin and/or have meaningful experience working with or for First Nation communities in Northwestern Ontario (preferred)

What we have to offer:

• This role offers a base compensation range based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

• Share Purchase Plan with company paid 10% top-up.

• Comprehensive pension plan, benefits package, and paid time off.

• Health and wellness reimbursement policy.

• Opportunities for education reimbursement, professional development, and growth within the company.

If you are seeking a rewarding career with the ability to work independently and be part of a collaborative and dynamic team with an attractive compensation package - we encourage you to apply

Submit your cover letter and resume through our Career Opportunities

page at by November 21, 2025.

We encourage First Nation candidates to apply Wataynikaneyap Power PM Inc. thanks all respondents but we will only contact those selected for an interview. The Company is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants that request accommodation(s) during the recruitment cycle.