Senior Advisor, Operational Excellence

Highlights of the job

Were hiring a permanent full-time Senior Advisor Operational Excellence based in Edmonton AB. Reporting to the Associate Director Operational Excellence this role is responsible for leading process improvement and business process redesign initiatives across EPCOR Water Services. The successful candidate will provide specialized expertise that integrates strategy process technology and information to improve operational performance enhance customer satisfaction reduce costs and support sustainable business outcomes.

As the Senior Advisor Operational Excellence you will work closely with operational leaders project teams engineering health and safety learning and development and other stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and organizational change. This role requires strong analytical facilitation project management and change leadership capabilities to deliver measurable business results.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their @ email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

What youd be responsible for

In the role of Senior Advisor Operational Excellence you will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

• Lead and facilitate business process redesign and continuous improvement projects that improve efficiency customer satisfaction and operational performance.
• Develop and execute operational excellence strategies that align with business priorities and the Operational Excellence Business Plan.
• Provide specialized consultation mentorship and training in change management process improvement business analysis and implementation planning.
• Conduct research analyze performance data and apply innovative problem-solving techniques to identify improvement opportunities and support decision-making.
• Lead multi-stakeholder projects by defining scope coordinating cross-functional teams managing risks monitoring progress and reporting outcomes.
• Develop and implement change management strategies that support employee adoption and long-term sustainment of process improvements.
• Design and document business processes policies procedures and work practices that comply with EPCOR standards and regulatory requirements.
• Establish meaningful performance measures and key performance indicators that demonstrate progress toward strategic and operational goals.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring others and promoting operational excellence methodologies throughout the organization.
• Support business planning and strategic initiatives by providing operational excellence expertise and recommendations to leaders and stakeholders.

Whats required to be successful

Education and Credentials

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Engineering Operations Management or a related discipline.
• Certification or formal education in business process redesign (e.g. Six Sigma or equivalent) is required.
• Change Management certification or coursework is considered an asset.

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of directly related experience leading process improvement and business process redesign initiatives.
• Demonstrated success implementing significant process changes that resulted in measurable operational efficiencies or cost savings.
• Experience working with frontline operations distributed workforces and complex stakeholder environments is preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong expertise in process improvement business process redesign and process mapping methodologies.
• Advanced analytical capabilities including experience with data analysis performance measurement and reporting.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to lead large cross-functional initiatives from planning through implementation.
• Excellent facilitation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills with the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Visio Project and Microsoft 365 tools.

Assets

• Experience developing and delivering training programs and continuous improvement workshops.
• Experience supporting organizational change initiatives within operational or regulated environments.

As the ideal candidate you take ownership of your work and approach challenges with initiative and drive. Youre always looking for ways to improve embracing change with flexibility and a growth mindset. You act with integrity making decisions that reflect strong ethical standards. You know that collaboration is key and working well with others to build trust share ideas and achieve shared goals.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PROF

Class: Professional

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Work Location: Aurum (Edmonton AB)

Application deadline: July 13 2026

Flexibility at Work: The Where We Work Program

At EPCOR we recognize that every team member brings unique perspectives needs and working styles. We believe that embracing this diversity makes EPCOR a great place to work.

Our Where We Work Program is designed to support a more flexible inclusive and rewarding work environment. It empowers employees to work in ways that best suit their individual needs while supporting team collaboration and performance.

For this role the successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the hybrid Where We Work Program after completing 3 to 6 months in the position and meeting the programs eligibility criteria.

EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their @ email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

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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(acopy 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.
• If you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle -Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCORs Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCORs Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.
• The results of this competition may be used to fill similar vacant positions for up to six (6) months.