Asset Management Specialist (Radio)

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team. In Asset Management and Maintenance, we play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective service of our transit system as the Metrolinx engineering technical authority and owner of more than $20 billion in assets and growing to $60 billion by 2030. To promote an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment, we provide the following:

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Parental Leave Top-Up
• Lactation Accommodation
• Competitive Pension Plan
• Annual Learning Reimbursement
• Mentorship Program
• Recognition of Prior Public Sector Service for Vacation Entitlements
• Free GO Network Travel 

The Engineering and Asset Management Signals and Communications Asset Management office is looking for an Asset Management Specialist to support the Manager, Radio Asset Management in the development of Asset Management Plans, and support of asset renewal investment strategies and State of Good Repair programs.

The role supports the asset management of Radio Systems assets to optimize the value of diverse technology equipment and integrated systems. This role involves planning risk-based approach and assurance programs to mitigate risks, enhance efficiency and reliability of critical asset classes. Furthermore, it supports the analysis and interpretation of patterns and trends in complex data sets using statistical tools, data modeling, and business intelligence applications to create reports and visual presentations that are accurate, meaningful and relevant. 

What will I be doing?

• Develop and implement Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) workflows and administer datasets from various data sources to produce meaningful insights.
• Assist in the development of asset business cases, cost projections, asset investment modeling, cost-benefit analysis, risk assessments and related asset management strategies.
• Manage the accuracy, security, integrity and confidentiality of data relating to Radio Systems in compliance with established standards, policies and procedures.
• Build predictive models to forecast the outcome of future events and scenarios to help achieve a strategic asset management plan. 
• Develop reports, visualizations, KPI dashboards and trend analysis to identify patterns and forecast needs based on historical data.
• Manage Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems to sustain accurate and relevant asset information in support of the development of recommendations for mitigation and improvement initiatives. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovative data-driven solutions to asset management challenges and continuously staying updated on asset management trends.
• Monitor and maintain inventories at various warehouse locations for accurate tracking and asset reporting of radio equipment, accessories and other resources.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• University Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematics, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent. Asset Management/PMP certification will be an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise in forecasting, data analytics, machine learning, database management and visualization using development frameworks and tools such as Excel, SQL, DAX, NodeJS, Python and Power BI.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities and detail-oriented to achieve innovative solutions to complex challenges and translating complex data.
• Ability to support the whole life cycle management of communication technology assets involving cost modeling, acquisition, inventory, utilization, maintenance and disposal processes.
• Ability to support the review of asset management plans based on the output from the whole life cost model.
• Knowledge in transforming complex and unstructured data into XML and JSON formats and able to integrate them with MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Elastic Stack and other database engines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating in team settings and committed to continuous improvement with a proactive mindset.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license in good standing is required for the role.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?  If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations. Accommodation: We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com. Application Process: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.  For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application. Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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