Power Engineer

• You must be able to work effectively as a member of the Power Production Operations Team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
• You will be required to participate in competency-based training, regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• You will work on an as required basis within the confines of the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• You will be responsible for solid environmental performance of the plant and support all ISO 14001 processes and initiatives. We encourage that you participate as a member of the Emergency Response.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• It is the responsibility of the Power Engineer to ensure that NSPI is in compliance with all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to Power Production.
• Your primary residence must be located within 60 minutes of headquarters, and you may be required to respond to call-outs.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

• A 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Power Engineer in a generating station or industry with similar processes are required.
• You will be required to demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment.
• You have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments.
• You must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, a strong computer aptitude and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands.
• If no qualified candidates apply, applicants who possess a 3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate or are currently enrolled in the final year of a 3rd Class Power Engineering program will be considered as Power Engineer Apprentices.
• As a registered apprentice, you will be responsible to complete all papers and skills required to successfully obtain your 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate within a specific time frame.

• 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 and from laterally to overhead on an occasional basis.
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and forward flexional movements on a minimal basis.
• Perform squatting, crouching, neck rotation, neck extension and finger dexterity occasionally.
• Possess the ability 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.
• Perform frequent static reaching at waist level and occasional reaching from below the waist to shoulder height.
• Perform minimal bending, stopping, and forward flexion.
• Use neck extensions and rotations occasionally and using side neck flexion frequently to complete tasks throughout the shift.

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: 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.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Nova Scotia Power