Highlights of the job

We are hiring one (1) FT Permanent Asset Management Advisor, working out of Rossdale Water Treatment Plant in Edmonton, AB!

As the Asset Management Advisor, you will determine and implement an asset information strategy and provide support to the asset, project and portfolio management objectives of EPCOR Water Canada. In this role, you must be able to analyze data from all parts of the business and summarize it into trends and key metrics that will provide insight into equipment trends and the operation of assets, as well as capital projects and portfolios across the business.

What you'd be responsible for

Reporting to the Asset Management Senior Manager, the Asset Management Advisor is accountable for, but not limited to:

• Developing and implementing stratum appropriate deliverables, within the context of the Asset Management Methods Office business plan.
• Performing an analysis of asset data and leading the creation of asset and project information standards and processes to improve data across EPCOR Water Canada.
• Developing industry-leading asset management processes and tools that enable end-users to assess and continually manage assets and systems.
• Ensuring tools and processes align with current business practices related to asset information capture.
• Coaching and developing Water Treatment Plant staff on implementing data capture processes.
• Generating contractual reporting for site asset management and liaising with internal clients regarding report content.
• Supporting Asset Management Portfolio Managers and Project Managers in the development of asset management plans and capital prioritization.
• Auditing and developing process improvements for gaps relative to asset data flow.
• Assisting with the creation and prioritization of capital plans based on asset management principles.
• Facilitating asset condition and criticality analysis, and coaching site personnel on using asset management tools to complete these analyses.
• Assisting in the creation of capital projects information and dashboarding to assist in viewing information and decision-making using Power BI to connect to various data sources.

What's required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviors you will possess are:

• An Engineering degree in a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a water or wastewater treatment related field, including maintenance, operations, projects, engineering or asset management.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Asset Management with a comprehensive understanding of data mining and analysis and information systems.
• Strong understanding of maintenance strategy development methodologies, such as RCM & FMEA would be an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience using the following:
  • IVARA or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System
  • Lifecycle cost and project optimization software, such as WiLCO and/or EDA Asset
• Familiar with Power BI and data visualization techniques and best practices.
• Ability to develop capabilities of and promote an asset management culture to frontline employees.

As our best candidate, you possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and are fully engaged and committed to making innovative improvements on an ongoing basis. You take ownership and demonstrate initiative by achieving objectives on schedule and to a defined standard. You respond to change with an open attitude and demonstrate a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish your work and objectives. In addition, you collaborate well with others and are able to deliver results, plan and organize work, and develop and meet schedules.  

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PROF

Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly, Monday to Friday

Application deadline: July 29, 2021

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.