Lead Hand, Utilities Operations

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is seeking a Utilities Operations Leadhand to oversee training and safety documentation for Utilities Operations. This role ensures compliance with TSSA regulations and supports HVAC systems management, requiring strong leadership and technical skills in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the operation of high-pressure steam plants.
• Knowledge of Ontario TSSA Operating Engineer Regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and flow sheets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Utilities Operations training programs.
• Assist in compliance with TSSA regulations.
• Provide direction to Operating Engineers managing HVAC systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Third Class Operating Engineer’s Certificate

Job description

Do you enjoy leading teams, developing practical training, and operating procedures? Can you envision yourself ensuring regulatory compliance and providing expert support to operating engineers who manage HVAC and building systems? Our Chalk River campus is seeking a Utilities Operations Leadhand to take charge of Utilities Operations training, procedures, and safety documentation while driving operational excellence. If you answered yes, this may be the job for you—apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Developing and maintaining Utilities Operations training programs, Operating Procedures, and Order-to-Operate/Lockout-Tagout (OTO/LOTO) documentation.
• Assisting in ensuring compliance with Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) regulations for registered/guarded plants and associated equipment within the Site Utilities area.
• Providing direction and support to Operating Engineers managing Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and building systems at the Chalk River campus and Deep River buildings.
• Assisting in resolving production and operational issues within the team.
• Understanding a broad range of safety-related codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines, including Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Radiation Protection, TSSA Act, Canada Labour Code, Technical Operating Engineers, Boiler & Pressure Vessel regulations, Canadian Standards Association (CSA) codes, and environmental liquid and airborne emissions.
• Supporting operational safety through the graded implementation of Canadian Standards Association (CSA) N286 Operations.
• Inputting into concept development, design, and installation of Powerhouse and HVAC equipment and systems.
• Assessing causal factors and root causes of unplanned events, and establishing effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Demonstrating a systematic approach to decision making by identifying, analyzing, and generating alternatives to issues and problems.
• Identifying day-to-day maintenance issues, initiating work requests, and liaising with the Assistant Chief Operating Engineer (COE), Shift Supervisors, and maintenance personnel to address maintenance needs.
• Taking initiative to resolve problems and implement appropriate actions.
• Addressing escalated issues from lower levels and supporting those levels in issue resolution.
• Applying mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and abilities.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • A Third Class Operating Engineer’s Certificate for the Province of Ontario is required.
• Experience
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in the operation of high-pressure steam plants.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of Ontario Technical Safety Standards Authority (TSSA) Operating Engineer Regulations 219/01.
  • Understanding of boilers (oil, natural gas, electric), fans, pumps, motors, compressors, piping systems, chillers, HVAC, water/wastewater treatment equipment, and related auxiliary systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and capabilities.
  • Trade experience with broad knowledge of tools and the ability to assess risk and performance in daily activities.
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, self-motivation, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and flow sheets.
  • Skilled in writing procedures, creating spreadsheets, researching information, and generating reports.
  • Working knowledge of computers and relevant software applications.
  • Familiarity with computerized controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
  • Knowledge of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated equipment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills to gather information from customers and explain technical issues clearly.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required

  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”

Working Conditions:

• 4 x 10-hour workday schedule

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.
  

Location:

CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes. These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.