The Municipality of Leamington is seeking an applicant to fill one (1) Board of Director position on the Essex Power Corporation (EPC) Board of Directors for a four (4) year term commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2028.
Essex Power Corporation is a dynamic energy company that provides safe, reliable and economical energy supply and services to our customers. Our commitment to innovation, performance management and leading by example has built the foundation for Essex Power and our affiliates to establish a diverse set of energy products and services that are valued by our customers. Essex Power’s commitment to innovation, performance management and leading by example has built the foundation for EPC to provide best-in-class delivery services to our customers.
The EPC Board of Directors provides strategic direction and governance to the corporation. Suitable candidates will possess a strong business, legal and/or financial background supplemented by an understanding of government regulations, ideally in the energy industry. Understanding of the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and other regulatory agencies would be an asset as well as an understanding of the Ontario Business Corporations Act. Prior board experience in the private, public or community sector would be beneficial.
The primary obligations of the Board Director consist of:
- Supporting the mission, vision, and values of the Essex Power Corporation and participating in the company’s strategic goals and objectives.
- Attending Board of Directors meetings (at least four per year) and preparing for decision making by reviewing relevant materials prior to meeting.
- Involvement in Board Committees and applicable meetings.
The successful candidate would have the following qualifications:
- Experience in corporate finance, business and corporate governance.
- Knowledge of the energy industry and policy.
- Legal, regulatory and risk management knowledge.
- Knowledge and experience concerning human resources, labour relations, and occupational health and safety.
- Knowledge and experience concerning environmental matters.
- Experience in customer service.
- Knowledge of the community.
Board Members are compensated. Application forms are available on the Municipality’s website leamington.ca/committees or at the Leamington Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington.
For more information, please contact the Clerk’s Office at 519-326-5761 or email clerks@leamington.ca
The application deadline for Committees is Friday, October 4, 2024, at 4:00 PM.