Director, Operations Services

At Inter Pipeline, we are building a team of innovators and problem solvers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We cultivate opportunities to get to know each other better and collaborate more effectively. In every part of our organization, you will find people with a sense of purpose and a shared ethos - motivated, engaged, exploring new ideas and pushing for continuous improvements in everything we do. We believe teamwork is core to our success, and in that spirit you will work closely with leaders and team members. This is a great opportunity to amplify your purpose and contribute to meaningful, challenging work at the forefront of the energy sector.

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Description

Based out of the Sherwood Park office the Director, Operations Services, is a senior member of Inter Pipelines (IPL), Pipeline Operations leadership team reporting to the VP, Pipeline Operations. The Director, Operations Services (the “Director”) will have a pivotal role in the overall success and security of pipeline operations. Through strategic leadership, team management, and a focus on technological innovation, the Director will contribute significantly to the resilience, safety, and efficiency of the company's critical infrastructure in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

The Director is responsible for managing a cross-functional team consisting of SCADA, Control Centre, Leak Detection, Control Systems, Telecommunication, OT Cybersecurity, Measurement & Product Quality, and Sherwood Park Office Services. The Director is a multifaceted position involving strategic leadership, technical oversight, and collaboration across various domains.

Key Activities And Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a strategic vision, aligning initiatives with the company's overall business objectives
• Provide leadership ensuring the integration of technology, security, and operational efficiency in pipeline operations, support, mentor and coach Leaders
• Develop and lead incident response and crisis management plans specific to SCADA, control systems, and OT cybersecurity
• Coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution while minimizing operational disruptions
• Develop and implement robust strategies to protect critical infrastructure
• Evaluate emerging technologies related to SCADA, leak detection, control systems, telecommunication, and OT cybersecurity and drive the adaption of innovation solutions utilizing cutting edge technologies
• Define the optimal organizational structure and talent requirements necessary to achieve and sustain business objectives
• Ensure effective employee development plans including annual goals & objectives, role and responsibilities, training and career development plans are in place for team members, support and participate in the annual performance and compensation cycles for your employees
• Understand the impact costs have on IPL’s quarterly cash distributions, and continually seek to manage costs in the long-term best interests of all
• Manage team costs within budget, reforecast costs, and provide variance analysis, as necessary
• Ensure the Sherwood Park offices are fully operational with all utilities functioning properly
• Oversee the sourcing of contracts and service providers for building maintenance, property maintenance, janitorial services, and security
  
  
  

Education, Skills And Experience

• 15 years’ experience of leading a department or departments with proven leadership competencies
• Post-secondary education in a related field
• 10 years of industry experience in overseeing Management programs and systems from risk assessments, to planning and execution of projects, to program learning and improvement
• Attention to detail, ability for problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Solid working knowledge of applicable regulations and industry best practices
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to internal and external stakeholders are essential
  
  
  

Hours

Full time, permanent

As this position is identified as security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of pre-employment education verification and criminal background check assessment with satisfactory results.

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While diversity is a fact, inclusion is the act of recognizing the value of our differences and leveraging them for the betterment of our organization. At Inter Pipeline, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that values, represents, and supports the communities in which we work. We are committed to maintaining a respectful workplace and we are building a culture that supports the diverse needs of our employees. We welcome applications from all individuals including those who are Indigenous, racialized, of varied abilities and ethnicities, members of gender and sexually diverse communities, as well as with any other dimension of diversity.