New Grad Program – Assistant Network Officer – Barrie

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play. It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

New Grad Program

Candidates selected for this position will be included in Hydro One's New Grad development program. Our New Graduate program reflects our long-term commitment to invest time and resources to build the best and brightest team. We are always on the lookout for individuals who have a passion for learning and are looking to build their career with Hydro One. The two-year program offers a permanent position from Day 1, a combination of training and coaching, and the ability to rotate through several roles allowing New Grads to gain experience working on different projects and in different environments.

Program Eligibility

• You have graduated with your bachelor's degree in 2025, 2026 or will graduate by May 2027
• Or, you are currently completing a master's degree in a related field, you are graduating by May 2027, and have a maximum of 1 year between completing your bachelor's degree and enrolling in your master's program.
• Good Academic Standing (A copy of your Official/Unofficial Transcript)
• Valid, permanent driver's license (Ontario Class G)

Overview

Our team connects planning, workforce management, performance insights, and operational execution to deliver transparent, efficient, and reliable forestry programs. Through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, we enable informed decision-making, optimize resources and investments, and support the successful delivery of Hydro One's Forestry objectives.

Duties May Include

• Conduct operational, technical, economic, and regulatory analyses to identify business needs, evaluate solutions, and support program delivery.
• Manage forestry programs and projects, coordinating activities with service providers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Prepare financial reports, analyze program performance, and provide recommendations to support decision-making.
• Present updates to Leadership such as financial details, program risks and opportunities.
• Support the development and improvement of vegetation management programs, standards, processes, procedures, and risk management practices.
• Monitor service provider performance and recommend corrective actions to ensure program objectives are achieved.
• Contribute to business planning, budgeting, and regulatory submissions related to forestry and vegetation management programs.
• Analyze data and develop dashboards and reports using Power BI and Excel to support operational and business insights.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance vegetation management programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must meet New Grad Program eligibility requirements.
• University degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated interest in utility operations, asset management, project management, or process improvement through co-op, internship, academic, or extracurricular experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using data and reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel, and SharePoint/Teams is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with SAP, project management principles, and workflow automation is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Additional education or certification in business, project management, or data analytics is considered an asset.

Deadline November 2, 2026

Accommodations

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Compensation

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves.

Consent and Privacy Notice

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