Supervisor, Distribution Operations (Electrical Utility)

UTS Consultants has a reputation built on providing comprehensive engineering solutions. Our philosophy is to engineer it once. Our quality workmanship ensures projects are completed on time and on budget. Supervisor, Distribution Operations Lead Utility Operations | Powerline Crews | Electrical Distribution Oakville, ON | Full-Time | On-Site Why Join UTS? * Lead a skilled team within a growing utility environment * Help deliver reliable electrical infrastructure to the community * Influence safety culture and continuous improvement * Work alongside experienced utility professionals * Opportunities for growth and leadership development The Opportunity As the Supervisor, Distribution Operations, you will lead front-line powerline crews and contractors responsible for the construction, maintenance, and restoration of electrical distribution assets. You will balance safety, operational efficiency, workforce planning, and customer service while ensuring work is completed to the highest standards. What Success Looks Like at UTS * Put customers at the centre of everything you do * Lead with integrity, accountability, and respect * Embrace innovation and continuous improvement * Foster collaboration and employee development * Commit to operational excellence and safety Key Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, training, and performance management for technicians * Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with legislation and utility safety standards * Plan, organize, schedule, assign, and supervise employee and contractor work activities * Collaborate with Engineering and Construction teams on project planning and execution * Ensure materials, equipment, and vehicles are available and maintained * Participate in annual capital and operating budget planning What You Bring * 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience * Experience within electrical utility, distribution, construction, or related infrastructure environments * Valid Ontario Class G Driver’sLicencewith satisfactory driving record * Strong knowledge of utility operations, safety practices, and workforce scheduling * Ability to read and interpret distribution, substation, and grid drawings/maps Preferred Qualifications * Journeyperson Powerline Technician certification * IHSA Powerline Technician Trades Training Program completion * CET, P.Eng., or related technical education UTS Consultants Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, UTS Consultants Inc. will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform, People & Culture of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. We confirm that AI is not used in screening of candidates and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

The supervisor will lead front-line powerline crews in the construction, maintenance, and restoration of electrical distribution assets. They are responsible for workforce planning, safety compliance, and collaborating with engineering teams on project execution.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience within the electrical utility or construction industry. A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence is required, and professional certifications like Journeyperson Powerline Technician are preferred.

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• Leadership
• Utility Operations
• Safety Culture
• Workforce Planning
• Performance Management
• Construction Management
• Electrical Distribution
• Project Planning
• Technical Training
• Budget Planning
• Grid Drawings Interpretation
• Compliance
• Coaching
• Operational Efficiency
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Good Driving Record
• Accountability
• Planning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Construction
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• Electric Power Distribution
• Innovation
• Leadership Development
• Operating Budget
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Safety Standards
• Electrical Substation
• Scheduling

• Energy
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Trades
• Distribution Operations Supervisor
• Warehouse / Distribution Supervisor
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
• First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week