Hydro Plant Operator

Nalcor Energy; Happy Valley-Goose Bay; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Plant Operator for the Muskrat Falls facility. The role involves operating the generating plant, inspecting facilities, and ensuring reliable power delivery.

Relocation is required. A journeyperson certificate as a Power System Operator and a valid driver’s license are required. This is a permanent, non-rotational position with opportunities to contribute to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school graduation supplemented with a journeyperson certificate as a Power System Operator.
• Shall have a thorough knowledge of regulations and safety rules.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operates the generating plant and performs regular inspections of all generation, transmission and distribution facilities and reports deficiencies.
• Prepares, checks and carries out switching orders and observes instruments to ensure adequate power flow and prevent overloading.
• Periodically inspects support structures and associated equipment to detect deterioration or malfunction.
• Participates as a member of the plant emergency organization and responds to all plant emergencies.

Education

High school graduation

Journeyperson certificate as a Power System Operator

Driver's license

Job description

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team.

Hydro Plant Operator

Competition #: NLH-NR-26-054

Status: Permanent

Location: Muskrat Falls

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Key Responsibilities:

Operates the generating plant and performs regular inspections of all generation, transmission and distribution facilities and reports deficiencies; prepares, checks and carries out switching orders and observes indicating and recording instruments to ensure adequate flow of electric power to meet demand and to prevent overloading on generating and associated systems; periodically inspects support structures and associated equipment to detect deterioration or malfunction; participates as a member of the plant emergency organization and responds to all plant emergencies. May be required to work at heights up to 10m. All other duties related to or associated with this classification.

Responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation's Safety and Health Program. Responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.

What You’ll Need:

High school graduation supplemented with a journeyperson certificate as a Power System Operator through the Corporation’s Apprenticeship program. Shall have a thorough knowledge of all regulations and safety rules. Must possess an appropriate valid driver’s license.

This is not a rotational position and will require relocation.

CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2026

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is the people’s utility that you can count on – providing safe, cost-conscious, reliable electricity while harnessing sustainable energy opportunities to benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. There’s lots to learn at www.nlhydro.com

We’re looking for energy we can count on!

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.