Manager, Workforce Strategy

at  FortisBC

Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Salary Min: $108,900.00 Annually
Salary Max: $145,300.00 Annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: Yes
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We’re actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.’s energy landscape. As one of BC’s Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let’s shape a brighter future for B.C.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Manager, Workforce Strategy, you will drive the creation and execution of workforce strategies that align with our organizational priorities. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that we meet both current and future workforce needs. By collaborating closely with business partners and key stakeholders, you will integrate comprehensive workforce development strategies into our employment initiatives and workforce agreements. Your leadership will be instrumental in creating job opportunities and fostering the growth of a skilled and inclusive workforce.

Lead the development and implementation of PAIR employment goals and strategies. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to monitor and report progress, support governance, and promote diversity and inclusion. Additionally, you will provide guidance and proactive support to meet the current and future targets established in the PAIR certification process.

• Collaborate with senior leadership and major projects to develop cohesive workforce strategies and integrated workforce plans.
• Develop and negotiate agreements and employment partnerships to meet organizational resourcing needs and increase participation of under-represented groups.
• Partner with Indigenous communities, educational institutions, ISETs, unions, trade organizations, and municipalities to advance employment opportunities.
• Provide direction and leadership as a subject matter expert in achieving equitable representation of Indigenous persons in the workplace.
• Recruit and retain Indigenous talent, support their career development and advancement, and promote mobility throughout employment sectors and levels.
• Provide training and support for Indigenous employees through specific programs or actions.
• Offer strategic advice and recommendations to support operational excellence and increase opportunities for Indigenous and underrepresented groups.
• Collaborate with the team and senior leaders to ensure compliance with company policies, employment and labor laws, regulations, legal and arbitral jurisprudence, and collective agreement provisions.
• Develop and implement strategies aligned with FortisBC values to foster a healthy and inclusive workplace culture.
• Forecast future workforce needs, analyze workforce data, and create action plans to address gaps, particularly for Indigenous and underrepresented groups.
• Lead and mentor a team of workforce development professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Identify emerging skills and competencies needed for the future, encourage continuous learning and development, and implement innovative practices to ensure workforce adaptability and resilience.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of workforce initiatives and make necessary adjustments to enhance overall workforce performance and engagement, with a focus on increasing participation and support for Indigenous and underrepresented communities