Posted 10 days ago
Operations Supervisor, Kootenays
@ FortisBC
Overview
FortisBC is hiring an Operations Supervisor for its Kootenays region to schedule, prioritize and delegate Transmission and Distribution work and lead a technical team of power-line technicians. The role is accountable for the operational budget, system reliability and safety compliance. The posting states a full-time regular position with a salary range of $130,000 to $152,900 annually and a short-term incentive, with no workplace flexibility.
Pay:
$130,000–$152,900 a year
Responsibilities:
- Schedule, prioritize and delegate transmission and distribution work
- Lead and direct power-line technicians and field teams
- Manage the operational budget and control costs
- Ensure safety and reliability standards are implemented
Requirements summary:
- Power Line Technician plus 4-7 years T&D experience
- Supervisory operations or construction experience
- Working knowledge of electric power infrastructure
- Knowledge of SPRs, WorkSafe regulations and company safety policies
- Working knowledge of MS Office
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Power line technology, Engineering technology |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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FortisBC
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Energy for a better BC
Full company description
FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the communities where we live and work by investing in grassroots community projects through our Community Investment Program. As an employer, we emphasize occupational health, safety and wellness while striving to attract a spectrum of talent and fostering working environments where multiple perspectives are welcomed and valued. We promote a culture of belonging where employees can connect and grow, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we live and serve. Check our progress to see how we’re striving to ensure safe, affordable and dependable energy infrastructure built for reliability and resilience.
- LinkedIn followers
- 63,175
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,371
- Reported office locations
- 16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey, British Columbia V4N 0E8, CA
- 1975 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V7, CA
- 1290 Esplanade Ave., Trail, British Columbia V1R 4T2, CA
- Business categories
- Energy & Utilities
- Energy, mining, utilities
- Other recorded names
- FortisBC
- Specialties
- natural gas
- electricity
- propane
- geothermal
- district energy
- energy solutions
- natural gas for transportation
- liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- renewable natural gas
- and compressed natural gas (CNG)
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | natural gaselectricitypropanegeothermaldistrict energyenergy solutionsnatural gas for transportationliquefied natural gas (LNG)renewable natural gasand compressed natural gas (CNG) |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 92 |
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Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $130,000.00 to $152,900.00 Annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
Position Overview
This position is accountable for overseeing the operations resource management functions to meet the Transmission & Distribution demands with consideration to system reliability and in accordance with FortisBC System Safety and Lockout procedures; aligns work and resources for optimal scheduling to support efficient delivery of all work on the transmission and distribution assets.
In this role, you will:
- Schedule, prioritize and delegate operational and/or project work for Transmission and Distribution, anticipating medium-term resource requirements and determining the best approach to meet operational/project needs for the respective area.
- Provide direction and leadership using effective management techniques to a highly technical team, including the Power-line Technicians; Set goals and objectives and determine priorities; Oversee the Transmission & Distribution resources to meet operational demands.
- Be directly accountable for the operational budget for Transmission & Distribution projects; Monitor operational/project costs and identify solutions for cost optimization; Contribute to financial performance of the operations by managing costs effectively.
- Ensure safety and mandatory reliability standards, policies and procedures are established and implemented in accordance with FortisBC policy and standards with minimum impact to the efficiency of the operation of the operations.
What it takes:
- Power Line Technician plus 4-7 years of Transmission and Distribution experience, including operations/construction and supervisory experience; Technology Diploma would be considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of the electric power system infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of project management.
- Working knowledge of Transmission and Distribution systems is required.
- Working knowledge of SPR’s, Work Safe Regulations, company safety policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge in MS Office.
- Basic knowledge of labour relations.
- Basic knowledge of budget concepts and principles.
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.
To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
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