Supervisor, Technical Trades; Non-Union

Position: Supervisor, Technical Trades (Non-Union)
Full-time: 40 hours/week

Location:

Barrie, ON (Patterson)

Status:
This position is to fill a current vacancy

Salary Grade: 16 ($114,546- $148,910 annually)

What You’ll Do
Training Program Management

Conduct training needs analyses and establish short- and long-term training objectives for apprentices and Powerline Technicians (PLTs)

Coordinate training plans with internal and external resources to ensure timely and appropriate delivery

Identify and evaluate new training tools and methods for organizational suitability and effectiveness

Develop and maintain the Apprentice Program Guide

Develop and schedule Skills Boot Camps for apprentices prior to each level of schooling

Training Delivery & Apprentice Development
You Will Support Apprentice Growth And Development By

Delivering orientations for co-op students, new apprentices, and PLT hires

Observing apprentices in classroom and field settings to ensure they receive the learning and support required for success

Ensuring apprentices are instructed and evaluated to provincial standards

Conducting regular visits with apprentices and mentors to identify learning opportunities

Serving as the primary point of contact for apprenticeship program questions and concerns

Assessing performance and analyzing feedback to determine actions that support apprentice success

Conducting periodic performance reviews with apprentices

Partnering with management teams to ensure apprentices receive interdepartmental task exposure

Providing coaching and feedback to internal coaches and mentors

Compliance, Coordination & Program Administration

Ensuring consistent application of the Apprentice Program and alignment with industry guidelines and standards

Partnering with functional areas, Health & Safety, and Human Resources to address issues, concerns, and gaps in program application

Coordinating compliance training schedules with Health & Safety teams and third‑party vendors

Organizing and overseeing the annual Rescue Practice Day and ensuring team participation

Working with Skilled Trades Ontario to initiate apprentice training agreements

Registering apprentices in school

Ensuring apprentice logs are maintained and Journeyperson documentation is obtained upon apprenticeship completion

Providing progress reports on apprentice training and development, as required by functional areas

Coordinating meetings, schedules, and supporting documentation

Ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Alectra policies, procedures, and standards

Recruitment & External Engagement

Planning, organizing, and overseeing the recruitment of new Powerline Technicians, apprentices, and co‑op students

Playing a key role in recruitment, selection, and onboarding, including participating in on‑site meetings with functional managers, providing feedback to trade schools, and observing potential new hires

Travelling, as required, to support recruitment activities at colleges and other institutions

Participating in college Program Advisory Committees

Continuous Improvement & Operational Support
You Will Support Ongoing Program Excellence By

Working closely with Technical Trades Supervisors across Alectra regions to ensure consistency in program content, objectives, and delivery

Organizing and chairing Apprentice meetings

Assessing and recommending upgrades to departmental training facilities

Identifying opportunities to streamline or automate processes to improve service delivery

Identifying opportunities for apprentices to participate in external skills competitions and coordinating involvement

Corporate Values And Conduct

Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties

Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives.

Who You Are
Education & Technical Knowledge

Post‑secondary education in a related field

Holds a recognized trade or equivalent (434A PLT considered an asset)

Train‑the‑Trainer certification considered an asset

Must hold and maintain a valid Class G driver’s licence

Extensive knowledge of OHSA, EUSR, and health & safety regulations

In‑depth knowledge of Alectra policies, procedures, and standards

Proficiency with computing tools,…