Chief Power Engineer

Agropur Cooperative; Truro; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Group insurance plan

Retirement plan with company matching

On-site gym and parking

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative seeks a senior Power Engineering leader to manage and optimize ammonia refrigeration and utilities in our plant. You will coach a skilled team, drive safety, reliability, and energy efficiency, and coordinate maintenance and capital projects to meet production goals.

With 5+ years in industrial refrigeration and appropriate boiler/operator certifications, you will collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Health & Safety to uphold regulatory standards and

Qualifications

• Requires Class 1 Refrigeration Plant Operator Certification and Class 3 Steam/Boiler Operator Certification.
• Minimum 5 years operating and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience in food manufacturing, cold storage, or similar large-scale refrigeration environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and schedule the Power Engineering and Refrigeration team to ensure safe, reliable plant operations.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration, steam generation, utilities, and related systems.
• Respond to equipment failures, coordinate repairs, and minimize downtime.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and energy efficiency.
• Support maintenance and capital projects with technical expertise and coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Ammonia refrigeration

Plant operations

Troubleshooting

Energy efficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Class 1 Refrigeration Plant Operator Certification

Class 3 Steam/Boiler Operator Certification

Job description

Company Culture

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, each role aims to generate value and have a tangible impact on collective performance. Context to maximize your impact: Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation Flexible remote work Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services Employee assistance program Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.) Retirement plan with company contributions Bright offices surrounded by nature, offering a variety of services (free indoor parking, gym, daycare, etc.)

Salary & Benefits

• Salary scale 005: $84,600$ to $105,800 (Base salary will be determined based on your academic background, experience, training, and skills related to the position.)

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and schedule the Power Engineering and Refrigeration team to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration, steam generation, utilities, and related systems.
• Respond to equipment failures and emergencies, coordinate repairs, and minimize operational downtime.
• Troubleshoot complex operational issues and provide technical guidance to support team performance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and utility consumption.
• Support maintenance and capital projects by providing technical expertise and coordinating activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, codes, and standards governing boilers, pressure vessels, refrigeration systems, and environmental requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies and support site audits and inspections.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures, training programs, and competency plans for Power Engineering personnel.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Health & Safety teams to support plant objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage departmental documentation, contractor activities, and compliance records.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while living the organization’s core values.

What You’ll Bring

• Class 1 Refrigeration Plant Operator Certification and a minimum Class 3 Steam/Boiler Operator Certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems in an industrial environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing, cold storage, or other industrial facilities utilizing large-scale refrigeration and utility systems.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of refrigeration, steam generation, utilities, equipment reliability, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and preventive maintenance initiatives.
• Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and making sound decisions under pressure.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered an asset.
• Willingness to participate in on‑call and emergency response activities as required.
• Demonstrated potential to grow into broader maintenance, engineering, or operations leadership roles.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Recruitment Technology

Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

Legal

Agropur is an E‑Verify Employer (US Operations).