Asset Manager

The Opportunity

Company : Emera Energy

Location : Halifax, Nova Scotia

Closing Date : September 25, 2024

We are looking for an Asset Manager to join our commercial Asset Management team at Emera Energy. Reporting to the Vice President, Commercial Operations you will joina team of three Asset Managers at our Halifax location.

Emera Energy’s Asset Management team is responsible for the commercial management and performance of 3.5GW’s of electric generation predominantly located in NYISO, ISONE and IESO.

As an Asset Manager your commercial responsibilities will include the development and execution of dispatch strategies, fuel purchasing decisions, facilitating hedging opportunities, and overall responsibility for the strategic objectives of our Asset Owners.

Key Elements of the role include :

• The commercial management of merchant power assets in the Northeastern US / Canadian energy, ancillary and capacity markets, providing an exceptional level of customer service to generation asset owners and associated stakeholders;
• Maintain a superior understanding of the northeast power and gas markets with an emphasis on the commercial operation of assets under management, the market rules and associated commercial implications;
• Ensuring that Emera Energy’s contractual obligations are fulfilled, that all commercial activities function within the framework of governing documents and are compliant with market rules, business practices and relevant regulatory obligations;
• Developing and implementing commercial strategies to manage risk and maximize earnings for assets and Emera Energy;
• Liaise with asset stakeholders, traders, plant personnel and the relevant system operators to ensure successful operation and execution of the strategies;
• Assessing market fundamentals and indicators in the near, medium and long term to support strategic recommendations for facilities undermanagement.
• Identify and facilitate the use of financial products to capitalize on commercial opportunities and manage risk within Emera Energy’s portfolio;
• Represent the asset’s interests through stakeholder engagements and communications with System Operators and relevant governing entities;
• Prepare market-based reports, reconciliations and analysis associated with generating assets;
• Supporting a variety of projects with an emphasis on market research, data collection and analysis related to northeast power markets;
• As a key member of a dynamic team, you will be expected to work flexibly providing coverage along with other team members outside of regular working hours.

These skills will make you successful :

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below :

• You possess an undergraduate degree in a Business-related field with a minimum of 5+ years’ experience in the energy markets;
• Have strong communication skills, exceptional analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail for problem solving and independent decision making in a fast-paced environment;
• Must be an entrepreneurial thinker who is dynamic and adaptable to change that can work independently but can also demonstrate strong relationship and team skills;
• Have superior computer skills with an emphasis on the utilization of Microsoft Excel to create and analyze detailed spreadsheets;
• The ability to develop code in a variety of languages such as VBA, .NET, JavaScript, etc. is considered a definite asset.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values :

Our Values define our culture and support the achievement of our business objectives. Safety and Wellness, Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Environmental Responsibility are table stakes for us.

In addition, Emera Energy values Commercial Acumen, Performance, Collaboration, Challenge and Opportunity, Loyalty, Good Citizenship and finally, Fun and Celebration .

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported.

Come build a career as unique as you are : making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world.

Apply by September 25, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer :

Health & Wellbeing : A comprehensive benefits plan, 24 / 7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.

Grow Your Career : Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.

Community Engagement & Care : Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching and volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

Competitive Compensation : Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers , Top Employers for Young People , and Top Diversity Employers .

We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera company is driven by its people : a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values .

The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions.

We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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