Field Operations Specialist

Job Posting Information

Field Operations Specialist
One (1) Regular Positions
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E22384-2026

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Enterprise Project Management Office, the Field Operations Specialist will focus on the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Wires portfolio. This position will be primarily focused on Transmission Line Life Extension (TLLE) program which has the objective to maintain the reliability of the transmission system through rebuilds and life extension projects, thereby reducing the risk of transmission line failure. Other work in the portfolio includes renewable and large customer connections, distribution transformer replacement program, and large distribution generation and customer connections.

The Field Operations Specialist role is vital to the success of the T&D Wires portfolio as it is the most front-line supervisory position in the program. Additionally, the Field Operations Specialist will interface with the contractor Superintendent and staff to ensure they are fulfilling their contract obligations, working safely and managing issues as they arise.

Key functions include:

• Safety and Environmental Compliance: Promote and enforce safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Conduct field inspections, tailboard meetings, and job hazard analyses and ensuring compliance with utility standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental guidelines. Identify and report safety concerns, near misses, and incidents; support corrective actions.
• Project Planning: During the construction off-season, develop comprehensive construction plans, including detailed timeframes and budgets, in alignment with NB Power's Project Management Methodology. Additionally, providing field support to other project managers for larger-scale projects including access planning, stakeholder engagement with landowners, municipalities, emergency response, and providing asset condition evaluation.
• Project Reporting: Track field progress and provide regular updates to the project teams. Prepare reports to meet project governance and oversight requirements, ensuring compliance with the Enterprise Project Management Office standards.
• Project Execution: Oversee project execution and contractor management, including participation in contractor meetings, conducting Quality Assurance (QA) assessments, coordination material deliveries, obtaining necessary work permits, and tracking and documenting field changes. Ensure a seamless transition from construction through commissioning and handover to operations. Support other project managers in executing larger projects as required.

The ideal candidate will have one of the following combinations of certifications and experience:

• Powerline Technician CQ plus six years' post certification experience in Transmission or Distribution Line Construction with at least four years of experience in Transmission including contractor/crew and safety oversight.
  OR
• Distribution System Operator CQ plus eight years post certification experience in Transmission or Distribution Line Construction with at least four years of experience in Transmission including contractor/crew and safety oversight.
  AND
• Valid Class V Driver's License

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

Preference will be given to those candidates with transmission live line experience and work methods.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Adedoyin Tope-Daramola at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, May 13, 2026

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.