Leading Power Engineer in Port Hawkesbury

We are currently looking for a Leading Power Engineer to join our Power Production team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for directing and performing all aspects of the safe and cost-efficient operation of the high-pressure boiler turbine unit, and all associated auxiliary equipment.

Key Elements Of This Role Include:

• Directing and performing all aspects of the safe and cost-efficient operation of the high-pressure boiler turbine unit, and all associated auxiliary equipment.
• Assisting the Operations Shift Supervisor by coordinating specific communication within the shift.
• Assisting in the training and development of Power Engineers and replacing the Operations Shift Supervisor for shift coverage as requested.
• Participating in competency-based training, regulatory training, and on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• Being temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and expected to travel throughout the province.
• Assisting and supporting the supervisor with leading and directing a highly skilled work team on a daily basis and may be assigned "acting" duties of the supervisor in his/her absence from time to time.
• Promoting safety, environmental awareness, teamwork, and work efficiency.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities and supporting all aspects of the work planning process.
• Ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• Ensuring solid environmental performance of the plant and supporting all ISO 14001 processes and initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to applicable areas.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. The successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test.

These Skills Will Make You Successful:

• A valid Power Engineer Certificate, preferably 1st Class, although candidates who possess a 2nd Class ticket may also be considered.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience as a Power Engineer in a generating station or industry with similar processes.
• Demonstrating acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment.
• Proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, strong computer aptitude, and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands.
• Leadership skills, self-motivation, and demonstrated ability to work independently.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift 10-25 lbs. from the floor to overhead on an occasional basis and carry 50 lbs. with two hands.
• Able to push and pull 95 lbs. with whole body strength and 145 lbs. using upper body strength on a minimal basis.
• Perform tasks using a range of grip strength frequently and perform static reaching from waist level on a frequent basis.
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and forward flexional movements on a minimal basis.
• Possess the ability to use side neck flexion, stand, and climb ladders and stairs frequently while walking constantly.
• Must be able to sit constantly, using frequent finger dexterity while using minimal grip strength.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

The perks of joining our team?

• A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan, and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development, and available sponsored education programs.
• Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People, and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy:

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions.