T&D Supervisor

Nova Scotia Power • Bridgewater Township, MI

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The T&D Supervisor is a leadership role with Nova Scotia Power’s Energy Delivery team in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. The supervisor leads a skilled field workforce responsible for electricity operations, maintenance, and construction, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient service to customers. The role works with field supervisors, regional support teams, and external partners to coordinate resources, support employee development, and deliver work safely and effectively. It also involves rotational supervisory standby and responding to operational needs across the province.

Requirements

• Grade XII education or equivalent.
• Supervisory or other relevant experience within the electrical sector or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution operations, safety requirements, and maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, communicate effectively, and build collaborative working relationships across teams.
• Experience using work management and scheduling systems to coordinate operational activities and resources.
• Commitment to fostering safety, collaboration, employee development, and operational excellence.
• Valid driver's license.
• Compliance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy is required for this safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

• Red Seal Powerline Technician (PLT) Certificate, relevant electrical trade certification, or Engineering Technology credential.
• Six or more years of relevant experience is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture by monitoring safety performance, conducting evaluations and accident investigations, and reinforcing safe work practices.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations, industry standards, environmental and company policies, and collective agreements.
• Lead daily field operations to support safe, reliable, and efficient electricity delivery.
• Provide leadership and direction for operations, maintenance, and construction activities, coordinating resources to meet service expectations.
• Lead, coach, and support employees, identifying training, development, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Build collaborative relationships with field supervisors, regional support groups, and external contacts.
• Contribute to budget planning and cost management, ensuring responsible use of resources and achievement of operational priorities.
• Participate in rotational supervisory standby and support operational needs across the province.

Benefits

• One flexible remote workday.
• Comprehensive benefits plan.
• 24/7 access to virtual health care services for employees and their families through Dialogue.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities to advance within and between affiliate companies, employee development, and sponsored education programs.
• Community investment, mentoring opportunities, fundraising matching, volunteer programs, committees, employee resource groups, and scholarships for employees’ children.
• Short-term incentive plan.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED