Sr Supervisor, Vegetation Managerment

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National Grid is hiring a Senior Operations Supervisor for our Vegetation Management department in Batavia or Buffalo, NY                                                                                                           

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. 

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

The Distribution Vegetation Management program at National Grid utilizes an internal management staff and an external contractor workforce to effectively deliver the annual program across New York. Major program components include annual cycle pruning, hazard tree mitigation programs, customer/new business work and various system reliability projects.

The Supervisor position will oversee the daily activities of the contractor workforce to ensure completion of the Annual Vegetation Management program in accordance with all NGRID requirements.  

Key Accountabilities

• Execution of a Vegetation Management sourcing model that utilizes external resources to deliver the annual workplan per the Asset management strategy.
• Ensure that the Forestry workplan is delivered in accordance with the annual budget and schedule constraints, as outlined by the appropriate Jurisdiction
• Execute comprehensive field audits to ensure contractor compliance with vegetation management line clearances and specifications
• Evaluate Forestry contractor performance relative to NGRID safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Execute Effective Safety Discussions (ESD) and Compliance Assessments (CA) per the agreed monthly targets.
• Implementation of NGRID Forestry Storm/Emergency restoration policies and procedures.  Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the minor and major restoration efforts
• Through inter-departmental coordination, provide professional, technical and legal input in support of other NGRID strategies and objectives
• Through external public relations, deliver and encourage public Forestry education.
• Respond to customer inquiries and concerns while fostering and maintaining an effective working relationship with local officials. Attend various customer, community and municipal meetings as required.
• Monitor contractor productivity to ensure timely assignment and completion of customer related work requests via the Work Management System. Approve contractor timesheets and certify work as complete, prior to authorizing payments.
• Provide off hour coverage on a regular basis for routine emergencies as well as significant storm events. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.269 Line Clearance Tree Trimming Operations, American National Standard A-300 & Z-133 National Electrical Safety Requirements for Arboricultural Operations strongly preferred.
• Must be self-motivated with strong public speaking skills
• Must demonstrate effective decision making, leadership capabilities and fiscal management.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Desired work related experience in the following areas:  utility line clearance, contractor management, fiscal accountability, managerial decision making, public speaking, and natural resource field experience
• Minimum of a two-year degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Forestry or a related natural resources field from an accredited school or related Line Clearance field experience required.
• Arborist Certification from the International Society of Arboriculture preferred.
• Support significant storm events through extended workdays, overnight shift coverage, etc. Travel to alternate locations / jurisdictions as required to support these events is required.
• Ability to traverse rough terrain (foot patrols) in remote locations while performing field crew visits and supporting field storm response is essential. 

More Information

Salary: $103,000 - $121,000 per year

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

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