Strategy Manager Job at Ontario Power Generation
Location: Pickering, ON, CA, L1W 3J2
Req ID: 43014
Status: Regular Full-Time
Working Conditions: Hybrid
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma
Location: Pickering, ON
Deadline to Apply: May 29, 2023
BE THE GENERATION to help build a brighter tomorrow.
OPG continues to set the bar for environmental protection, community involvement and economic impact—all while safely keeping the lights on.
Now we’ve set our sights on being a net-zero carbon company by 2040 and a catalyst to help the economies where we operate achieve net-zero by 2050.
OPG operates a diverse portfolio of generation assets including nuclear, hydroelectric, biomass and solar. We are also a cleantech leader and innovator, offering challenging and unique work opportunities. Help us use our power to change the world.
NEW CAMPUS: In late 2024, OPG is establishing our new campus at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. The new campus will provide a cutting-edge work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
JOB OVERVIEW
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of
Senior Manager, IT Strategy.
Reporting to the Director, Enterprise Digital Technology, this position is responsible for creating, managing and supporting a range of IT strategies, and development and planning initiatives; performing specific assessments and investigations on a range of strategic matters; and develop and leverage supporting internal and external networks and relationships to drive OPG’s IT strategic direction.
We are seeking passionate thought leaders that are able to drive transformational change within OPG. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Develop and execute IT strategic plans that align with OPG's overall business strategy, vision, and goals
- Research and development of emerging technologies to understand their applicability and scalability within OPG.
- Lead cross-functional teams to evaluate emerging technologies and identify trends that can be leveraged to drive innovation and competitiveness
- Define and oversee the delivery of IT initiatives that address business needs, including software applications, cloud implementation, infrastructure, and data management
- Engage with executive-level stakeholders to provide clarity on IT strategy and its alignment with business goals
- Foster collaboration across departments, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with Business Units, technical teams, vendors and other external partners
- Ensure that OPG's technology architecture is scalable and flexible to support the changing needs of the business.
- Develop and maintain IT policies, standards, procedures and ensure compliance with legislative and other requirements concerning IT.
- Help support change management activities in order to align the strategic direction, including aiding in portfolio planning, future investments, infrastructure upgrades, upskilling and gap analyses, and culture changes.
- Develop and mentor IT personnel, enhancing performance and skill set of IT team.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree/College Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
QUALIFICATIONS
- A continuous learner who is forever curious and seeks to innovate, challenge the status quo, and exceed expectations.
- A forward thinking leader with a keen ability for strategic thinking and planning
- Organized, possess a positive attitude with a proactive approach—someone who takes the initiative and has a strong passion and desire to succeed.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and broad conceptual, diagnostic and analytical skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address and overcome current and future challenges; ability to reach well-grounded, independent conclusions and influence outcomes.
- Strong understanding of IT systems, technologies, and interfaces in order to strategically position OPG to continuously improve the IT landscape.
- Demonstrated understanding and in-depth knowledge of data strategy
- Ability to quickly extract scope/requirements and make decisions in a technology environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong experience leading large scale technology programs/transformations
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment
The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.
WHY OPG?
As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, OPG offers an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a fast-paced work environment. Being an OPG employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to the province’s wellbeing.
At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change.
Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship.
Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:
- Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
- Long-term career growth and development opportunities
- Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.
Our promise to you:
- We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
- A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
- Opportunities to stretch and develop.
- Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
- Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
- We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.
If you are looking to learn from others and be part of something important, and you are excited about the future of power generation, you will find the right fit at OPG.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your application
online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by
11:59 PM E.S.T., May 29, 2023. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
ACCOMMODATIONS
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.
If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com
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