Manager, Generation & Transmission

Overview

The Generation & Transmission department is responsible for managing and processing proceedings relating to rates, facilities, and the Regulated Price Plan, as well as management of operational policies in support of applications.  The role of the Manager, Generation & Transmission is responsible for providing oversight and direction to staff, creating a culture that harmonizes with the overall mission, vision, strategic priorities, and values of the OEB. The Manager inspires teamwork, cohesiveness, and innovation by working together to effectively deliver the required services in support of the OEB. The Manager will organize and coordinate the analysis of applications relevant to Ontario Power Generation and rate regulated transmitters in Ontario, resolving complex issues, providing professional support on a wide variety of technical and subject matter issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the review of OPG and rate regulated electricity transmitter applications and related projects focusing on providing technical advice to assist in the resolution of issues.
• Provide leadership at meetings and hearings affected by an application.
• Where appointed, act as delegated authority to make decisions on behalf of the Ontario Energy Board with respect to applications such as rates, franchises and certificates, leave to construct and quarterly rate adjustment mechanism.
• Provide expertise, guidance, and advice to senior management, and internal and external stakeholders, on issues related to financial, economic, engineering, accounting and/or public policy-related issues in a regulatory context.
• Assign cases to technical staff and coordinate the review of complex generic issues and the overall review for applications relevant to OPG and electricity transmission rate setting and construction
• Provide regular performance feedback, informal feedback, talent planning and overall performance assessment
• Establish working internal and external networks and seek opportunities for improvement in the rate application process.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and other stakeholders to exchange, share, and develop new policies and processes to align with corporate goals and objectives.
• Prepare formal reports, provide operational metrics, and recommend solutions for review and endorsement by senior leaders to improve business service delivery.
• Develop and provide communication that is transparent and informative to the consumer to ensure accuracy and understanding of relevant energy regulations.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
• A graduate degree or professional designation is an asset.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in one or more of policy research, rate regulation, planning, design, and construction in a unionized environment.
• 3 to 5 years of management experience in a regulated industry, utility, public sector, or not-for-profit setting.
• Proven skills in influencing building rapport and stakeholder relations.
• Issues management experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including formal presentations to audiences.
• Knowledge of cost-of-service principles and the Ontario Energy Board’s Renewed Regulatory Framework is required.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation that affects the Ontario energy sector.
• Project management and organizational skills to undertake complex assignments and manage project teams.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Teams