Substation Switchboard Wiring Supervisor

Substation Switchboard Wiring Supervisor

Reports to: Transmission Construction Substation Manager

Location: Reports out of Forest Park, GA (GPC Transmission Construction Building) and requires statewide travel.

NOTE: This position has statewide responsibilities, and frequent travel within the state of Georgia is required – up to 50% of the time. Open to candidates maintaining their regular office in a different area of the state if the candidate is willing to travel to Forest Park as needed.

Job Summary

The Switchboard Wiring Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction to a team of 5 foremen and up to 60 covered wiremen with statewide responsibilities for all field control wiring required on substation projects that are part of the Georgia Power Transmission capital investment portfolio. This position will be responsible for ensuring that Switchboard crews have the training, equipment, and resources to successfully execute their projects. This position is also responsible for leading the team in their support of capital maintenance and restoration work in partnership with the Transmission Maintenance Centers across the state.

The supervisor will conduct ongoing performance management and ensure robust plans for employee training and development at all levels in support of an active learning environment. This position interfaces with Training and Safety to support the initial and ongoing training within Switchboard.

The Switchboard Wiring Supervisor will coordinate with peer Switchboard Project Oversight Supervisor, Substation Construction Physical Supervisors, Substation Construction Equipment Installer Supervisor, Project Management, Substation Control & Physical Design, Transmission Maintenance Centers, Transmission Support, Supply Chain Management, and other internal and external partners to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in a quality manner.

The supervisor is responsible to lead the team in a Safety Excellence environment with a focus on learning and ensuring critical and operational risk plans are implemented. The supervisor will conduct ongoing performance management and ensure robust plans for employee training and development at all levels in support of an active learning environment. Major focus areas include safety, inclusion, performance management, employee development, training, quality assurance, and efficiency improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Model safety leadership and support employee-led safety culture and human performance initiatives.

• Provide leadership for the Switchboard field wiring teams and support initiatives throughout Transmission Construction.

• Partner with Substation Switchboard Project Oversight Supervisor to create and implement strategy to address current and future resource needs of Switchboard.

• Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement.

• Deliver effective performance management and actively support leadership development and training for direct reports.

• Create and implement equitable, proactive plans to support Switchboard team members in their learning, growth and development training for current and future roles.

• Understand and adhere to the Transmission Construction labor agreements.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners – Substation Physical Construction Supervisors, Contract Crews, Project Management, Substation Control & Physical Design, Transmission Maintenance Centers, Transmission Support, Supply Chain Management

• Oversee the hiring and onboarding process for covered employees.

• Ensure routine evaluation and optimization of crew makeup based on experience level and development interests.

• Lead and coordinate emergency equipment failure efforts as needed.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelors degree a plus

Technical Experience:

• Experience within Transmission is preferred; TMC, Sub Design, and/or Construction experience is especially beneficial

• Experience leading covered employees is a plus

• Subject matter expertise in control wiring is a plus

Leadership Experience:

• Performance management experience required

• Demonstrated experience leading inclusive teams and developing others

• Demonstrated focus on Safety Excellence and Human Performance

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external audiences.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to lead and develop a diverse workforce, maximize team effectiveness, set expectations of those around them and hold others accountable.

• Ability to guide, support and develop leaders of leaders.

• Ability to think strategically and help others do the same

• Proficiency as a mentor/trainer

• Ability to lead workgroups through change by understanding, communicating, and implementing strategic initiatives.

• Demonstrated leadership involving multiple work groups and departments with the ability to cultivate a team environment for project success and resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas

• Effective in oral and written communications, facilitation of meetings, and ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with varied contacts

• Working knowledge of IBEW Local 84 Transmission MOA

• Knowledge of the Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) beneficial

• Knowledge of GPC Safety and Health policies, safe work practices & procedures, and System Operating Procedures

Behavioral Attributes:

• Models all aspects of Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

• Demonstrates personal commitment to Safety Excellence

• Influencer and champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion through words and actions

• Strong teamwork, collaborative and interpersonal attributes. Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement.

• Ability to develop effective relationships and establish trust with others

• Exhibits proactive approach, strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions

• Ability to develop creative solutions to solve problems and balance the needs of the company and external public

  Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 11163

Job Category: Construction

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power

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