Date: Dec 22, 2022

Location: Thunder Bay, ON, CA

Company: Hydro One Networks Inc

45970 - Thunder Bay - Rotation - 12 Months 

Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).

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!

*NOTE* Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes.  Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!

In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!

Senior Advisor, Indigenous Engagement

Duration: 12-month temporary role

Compensation approximately between $96K - $137K 

Do you have relationships and experience engaging with Indigenous Communities in Northern Ontario? Do you enjoy managing complex issues and projects towards success? If so, then this opportunity is for you! We are looking for a highly motivated, self-starter to join our growing Indigenous Relations team at Hydro One!

Diversity on our team is a key pillar and #indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

General Accountabilities:

• Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Relations the successful candidate will support in the implementation of Hydro One’s Indigenous Relations policy.
• Developing efficient and effective working relationships with:
• Management and staff of other departments and divisions, separately and when engaged on multi-disciplinary project planning teams to discuss matters pertaining to Indigenous Relations;
• Representatives of Indigenous communities, government departments and agencies and with federal, provincial, and municipal leaders, to discuss projects/programs affecting Indigenous communities; and
• Consultants and specialists while engaging with Indigenous communities and when dealing with contract administration matters.
• Leading meetings with Indigenous communities to discuss projects/programs, monitor project progress, and assist field staff and other Hydro One representatives.
• Assisting in identifying existing and future barriers to Hydro One's ability to deliver reliable, low cost energy and helping developing strategies to address barriers.
• Supporting the establishment of influential strategic internal and external relationships.
• Consulting with other utilities and ministries with regards to matters relating to Indigenous Relations.
• Leading the management of issues and concerns raised by Indigenous communities in and effective and efficient and timely manner.

Selection Criteria

Essential Competencies:

• Requires experience in project management and negotiations, including development and implementation of Indigenous engagement and consultation plans.
• A background in business planning and reporting with well-developed analytical skills.
• A comprehensive understanding of the goals and aspirations of Indigenous people in Ontario and how they relate to the energy industry.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• A period of over 8 years and up to and including 10 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.
• The ability to work in a busy environment with competing and changing priorities and limited supervision (supervising manager will be based out of Toronto).
• Requires planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning and monitoring the quality and quantity of work.
• A university degree in Indigenous studies, social sciences, public or business administration, public policy or equivalent.
• Frequent travel may be required and a valid Driver’s License is necessary

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 2022.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Deadline: January 10, 2023