BC Transit Hiring For Utilization Support Analyst at Victoria, BC Full Time

Are we right for you…

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate people to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you’ll be doing…

To compile both asset and workforce data in order to analyze schedule performance, forecast accuracy, as well as analyzing historical trends in order to make improvements to the forecasting of asset and labour resource needs to ensure service levels and departmental goals are met. Reviews and maintains asset component lifecycles by creating and maintaining an historic lifecycle overview as well as establishes a projected future component end of life dates. Through life cycling of components create cost analysis on historic, current and future maintenance work to support maintenance budgets, refit programs and bus life extension projects. Produces reports on labour performance in order to best develop strategies in determining if resources are being effectively utilized. Analyzes schedule compliance at the shift level in order to support the scheduling department in determining the optimal balance between workforce resources and maintenance activities. Ultimately providing data and recommendations that improve workforce performance and asset lifecycles in order consistently meet our asset service level commitments.

To view the full job description for this role please see the attached.

What you’ll bring to the table…

We value lifelong learners and have found the following combination of education and experience allows people to be successful in this role:

• Completion of a degree or diploma in Business Analysis, Maintenance Technician/Engineering Technologist; will also consider certified trades person with a combination of education and experiential knowledge regarding data analysis and life-cycling of assets and workforce management.
• The following would be considered an asset: CBAP—IIBA (Certified Business Analysis Professional) equivalent
• Required experience in the use of business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
• Excellent computer and communication skills with emphasis on Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Experienced in Cost Accounting/Engineering
• Working with data in Computer Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. JDE or SAP systems)
• Excellent self-management and organization skills
• Knowledge and experience with relational and non-relational databases
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong information gathering and information organization skills
• Strong team orientation
• High level of self-motivation and initiative
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

What we’ll bring to the table…

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you.
• Membership in a “gold plated” defined benefit pension plan, meaning it’s the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retire when you reach 50% of your yearly maximum pensionable earning (YMPE) in a calendar year.
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health.
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health.
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes).
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other’s successes (not just your Leaders!).
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria.

What next steps could look like…

• Interviews will take place between November 24 and 25.
• An assignment or presentation may be included as part of the recruitment process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact [email protected] to let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.