Job Information
Ontario Power Generation Senior Manager Asset Resource Optimization in Toronto, Ontario
Senior Manager Asset & Resource Optimization
Location:
Toronto, ON, CA, M5G 1Z5
Req ID: 47694
Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: On-Site
Education Level: University Degree
Base Location: Toronto, ON
Number of Position(s): 1
Shifts(s): Days
Travel: Up to 15%
Deadline to Apply: July 16, 2024
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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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, Asset & Resource Optimization.
Reporting to the Director of Asset and Transmission Management, the Senior Manager, Asset and Resource Optimization manages: outage optimization; hedging; hydroelectric forecasting; hydroelectric optimization; short term forecasting function; key internal (Stations, Plant Groups, Market Operation, Trading and Origination) and external (IESO, Hydro One, etc.) relationships; and assists the Director of Asset and Transmission Management as required in the execution of all of Director’s responsibilities and accountabilities.
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
Act for the Director of Asset and Transmission Management during periods of the Director's absence.
Manage the development of the Asset and Transmission Management strategy (including optimization and hedging)
Manage the Asset and Resource Optimization (ARO) team that will meet OPG revenue targets from the optimization and co-ordination of outages in collaboration with CO&E - Integrated Resource Planning and the stations, while: a) observing market rules and market power policy objectives b) meeting OPG supply commitments at minimum net cost c) subject to asset availability and reliability constraints (i.e., within any constraints identified by the stations) d) ensuring commercial, environmental (i.e., global CO2, SO2, NOx) targets are met
Manage, negotiate, and influence the optimization of all of OPG's outages (i.e. nuclear, hydroelectric and thermal)
Manage the ARO post review analysis to improve operational strategies to increase OPG's financial return.
Manage the communication of OPG outage plans and deratings to the IESO, as well as limited energy resources to facilitate the 14 and 28 day Security Adequacy Assessments (SAA).
In collaboration with Hydroelectric Plant Group staff, assist in their development of: a) an integrated hydro operational strategy and utilization/drawdown plan to optimize OPG’s return from these assets by incorporating the Commercial Operations perspective (recognizing station staff are accountable for respecting limits associated with safety, environment, regulatory and equipment) b) monthly hydroelectric energy forecasts for all time frames by incorporating the Commercial Operations perspective (recognizing station staff are accountable for respecting limits associated with safety, environment, regulatory and equipment).
Manage the co-ordination of the overall hydroelectric energy forecast for incorporation into the Integrated Revenue Planning corporate forecast, and the associated relationship regarding the input in developing this plan.
Manage resources to staff the Water Desk function in Market Operations group in a manner which is consistent with the integrated hydro strategy.
To provide market based expertise and analysis in support of adhoc requests from the hydroelectric stations which may have a commercial impact for OPG
Assist the Director of Asset and Transmission Management in managing the OPG / IESO relationship.
Assist the Director of Asset and Transmission Management in key discussions in the resolution of IESO and Hydro One issues for OPG's nuclear, thermal and hydro assets.
Manage the coordination of OPG planning, procedures and processes with the IESO beyond the day ahead period.
To manage the development of an integrated and optimized rolling generation plan using short term forecasting process (weekly resource integration planning - WRIP) for use by Market Operations in Day Ahead and Real Time timeframes.
Manage portfolio optimization and hedge portfolio risks beyond 'Day Ahead' time frames while respecting the risk limits and administrative limits identified by VP of Electricity Sales and Trading.
Manage surplus base-load generation, optimally, beyond the 'Day Ahead' time.
Manage development of portfolio risk limits (as required) and coordinate the approval with Risk Services.
Manage timely development of ATM strategies, procedures and instructions as required.
Provide input and support to other areas of OPG as necessary/required and beneficial.
Ensure a coordinated and integrated response, on behalf of OPG, to system security concerns from a commercial perspective, and, in accordance with any market or other procedures/guidelines.
EDUCATION
University Degree required
Energy Markets experience considered an asset
Project Management experience considered an asset
What Makes a Career at OPG Different?
As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.
At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:
Safety – it’s our business
Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility
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.
Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T., July 16, 2024. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.
In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.
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