Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO)

Analyst or Senior Analyst, Transformation

Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO)  •  Canada (Hybrid)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

If you are a current AESO employee, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday.

We are seeking an Analyst or Senior Analyst to join our Transformation Management Office (TMO). Reporting to the Manager, Business Design, you will support the delivery of enterprise transformation initiatives by coordinating operational readiness activities, enabling governance processes, and providing strategic and analytical support. Working across business units and leadership teams, you will develop executive materials, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and help drive organizational alignment and transformation outcomes.

Signs you will enjoy this position:

  • You value flexibility to support life and personal needs. We offer a flexible work practice where some weeks may require more onsite presence during key business or operations events.
  • You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere - our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
  • You thrive in a dynamic environment and seek opportunities for transformative change.
  • You have excellent strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Your exceptional interpersonal skills enable you to influence, collaborate and build relationships across multiple teams and organizational levels.
  • You possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced, evolving environment.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

Transformation Readiness, Coordination & Governance

  • Coordinate operational readiness activities to support successful transformation initiative implementation and Day 1 readiness.
  • Report on readiness activities, risks, dependencies, deliverables, and key milestones in partnership with operational teams.
  • Facilitate risk mitigation, issue resolution, and stakeholder alignment across the organization.
  • Develop executive-level presentations, recommendations, and governance materials.

Business Design, Analysis & Strategy

  • Drive stakeholder alignment by connecting strategic objectives, operational requirements, and organizational capabilities.
  • Lead cross-functional workshops and stakeholder discussions to define business needs, align priorities, and support decision-making.
  • Help initiative leads and project teams develop and implement future-state business designs.
  • Analyze business processes, operating models, risks, dependencies, and impacts to support transformation planning and execution.
  • Translate complex business challenges into actionable recommendations and practical solutions.
  • Build strong relationships across the organization, serving as a trusted advisor and facilitator.
  • Develop clear communications, presentations, and materials to support leadership decision-making.

What you’ll bring to us:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, economics, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
  • 7-10+ years of experience in large change initiatives, strategy, operational readiness, or project management is strongly preferred.
  • Skilled in project and/or transformation delivery experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop executive level presentations, recommendations, and documents.
  • Knowledge of change management, operational readiness, or business transformation practices is considered an asset.

Why work with us

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, along with paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of the overall compensation package.

We support a hybrid work environment. The team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, with flexibility to work where you are most effective on Mondays and Fridays.

Application deadline: October 12, 2026

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If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the "AESO") is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) of Alberta.

As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 4 of POPA.

Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO)

About Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO)

Our mandate is to provide for the safe, reliable and economic operation of the interconnected electric system and to promote a fair, efficient and openly competitive electricity market.

We do this in four key areas:

Direct The Safe and Reliable Operation of the Grid: We work with industry partners to keep electricity safely and reliably flowing throughout the province. Our System Controllers dispatch generation to meet electricity demand and direct the operation of the transmission system 24/7, 365 days a year. We ensure almost five million Albertans have power when they need it.

Plan the Transmission System: We plan ahead by developing power supply and demand forecasts and scenarios to ensure the right transmission lines are built in the right locations, as cost effectively as possible. We identify needed transmission solutions and work through the regulatory process to secure necessary approvals.

Connect customers to the grid: We ensure customers can connect to the transmission system in a safe and reliable manner. Timely transmission system access is facilitated through the AESO’s Connection Process. Using transmission tariffs, we recover the costs of the transmission system from customers. After deducting our costs of operating the system, we forward the remainder to transmission facility owners.

Operate the Wholesale Electricity Market: Electricity in Alberta is bought and sold through a wholesale market. We operate the market, manage its financial settlement function, and facilitate its ongoing development by designing and implementing market rules to ensure it is a fair, efficient and openly competitive market.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Calgary, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
aeso.ca
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