Mechanical Trades/Utility Coal Supervisor

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production

Location: Lingan, NS - Lingan Generating Station - On-site

Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Closing Date: May 7, 2025

We are looking for a Mechanical Trades/Utility Coal Supervisor to join our Power Production team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of coal operations at the Lingan Generating Station.

Key Elements Of This Role Include

As a Mechanical Trades/Utility Coal Supervisor:

• You will lead the Coal Services team and a Maintenance Team in the functions of coal unloading, coal hoisting, coal sampling and coal system maintenance.
• You will work effectively with the team on coal transfers, coal system maintenance and scheduling for the plant.
• You will be responsible for ash silo operation, maintenance and interaction with the contractor responsible for ash placement on site.
• You will be responsible for managing safety, leading safety meetings, and ensuring employees are adequately trained and motivated to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• You must be committed to the site safety program and pro-actively manage safety performance and culture.
• You will provide leadership, supervision and development of the Coal Services team, Maintenance Team, co-ordinate with other shifts and departments and maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
• You must demonstrate your ongoing commitment to and participate in the capabilities and leadership development processes.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
  
  

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.

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• Education: A 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate or Chemical Technology Certificate.
• Experience: Proven leadership experience within a coal facility.
• Safety Advocacy: Strong advocate for safety with a demonstrated track record of enhancing organizational safety culture.
• Additional Assets: Other Certifications, diploma, or trade qualifications are advantageous.
  
  

• Industrial Acumen: Experience in fast-paced, multi-faceted, service-oriented heavy industrial operations is beneficial.
• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Self-Starter: Proven organizational and analytical skills with demonstrated multi-tasking abilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills.
• Professional Development: Commitment to personal development and proactive development of coal services team skills.
  
  

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. Have a question or want to learn more about this opportunity? Contact Shaniel Smith - shaniel.smith@nspower.ca.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by May 7, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you.

• 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: Short-term incentive plans 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. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.